Data Centre Mechanical Construction Lead

Winthrop Technologies Ltd.; Sines; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work on Europe’s largest data centres

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Collaborative high-performance team

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies Ltd in Portugal is seeking a Mechanical Construction Manager for a site-based role to deliver complex mechanical building services on major data centre projects. You will report to the Mechanical Project Manager and coordinate with the project team and clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires a mechanical degree, previous construction management experience in M&E contracting, and a focus on safety, quality, and timely procurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in mechanical-related degree or equivalent qualification.
• Experience as Mechanical Construction Manager or similar role in M&E contracting is desirable.
• Data centre experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain effective communication with the client and wider project stakeholders.
• Prepare and implement method statements and risk assessments for mechanical construction activities.
• Coordinate sequencing of mechanical installations, including pipework, to meet milestones.
• Oversee commercial aspects from handover to technical procurement of equipment and subcontractors.
• Document and cost scope changes, including monthly valuations and final accounts.
• Monitor the two-week look-ahead programme with the project team.
• Ensure labour resources are planned, mobilised and maintained per programme.
• Maintain high workmanship and quality, coordinating subcontractor activities on site.
• Identify and notify variations and delays to project management.
• Ensure plant/materials meet specifications, are stored/handled safely.
• Comply with health, safety, environmental, and governance requirements on site.

Skills

Data centre experience

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Winthrop Technologies Ltd in Portugal is seeking a Mechanical Construction Manager for a site-based role to deliver complex mechanical building services on major data centre projects. You will report to the Mechanical Project Manager and coordinate with the project team and clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires a mechanical degree, previous construction management experience in M&E contracting, and a focus on safety, quality, and timely procurement.