Mechanical Construction Manager

PE Global; Sines; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotation packages

Job summary

PE Global Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Construction Manager for a leading Data Centre Construction project in Sines, Portugal. The role is full-time with rotation packages, on-site responsibilities, and oversight of HVAC installations and subcontractors.

Ideal candidates hold a mechanical engineering degree and have experience in M&E contracting, with strong organizational and communication skills to manage multiple fronts in a fast-paced site environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in mechanical-related degree or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a Mechanical Construction Manager role within an M&E contracting environment is desirable.
• Data centre experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts in a fast-paced, deadline-driven site environment.

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, ensuring all HVAC deliverables are completed in line with project, quality, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate closely with the project team to sequence mechanical installations, including pipework, to meet programme milestones and scheduled dates.
• Manage the project commercially from handover from estimating through to technical procurement of equipment, specialist subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist in the documentation and costing of scope changes, including preparation of monthly valuations and contribution to the final account.
• Manage and monitor the two-week look-ahead programme in conjunction with the project team.
• Ensure labour resources are planned, mobilised, and maintained in line with programme requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and quality, managing and coordinating subcontractor activities on site.
• Ensure all variations and delays are identified, documented, and formally notified to project management.
• Verify that all plant and materials delivered to site meet agreed specifications and are coordinated, stored, and handled safely and securely.
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and governance requirements on site.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in mechanical engineering

Job description

PE Global Recruitment are currently working with a leading Data Centre Construction company to recruit multiple Mechanical Construction Managers to join the team in Sines, Portugal.

These are full time, permanent roles, which will offer rotation packages

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, ensuring all HVAC deliverables are completed in line with project, quality, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate closely with the project team to sequence mechanical installations, including pipework, to meet programme milestones and scheduled dates.
• Manage the project commercially from handover from estimating through to technical procurement of equipment, specialist subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist in the documentation and costing of scope changes, including preparation of monthly valuations and contribution to the final account.
• Manage and monitor the two-week look-ahead programme in conjunction with the project team.
• Ensure labour resources are planned, mobilised, and maintained in line with programme requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and quality, managing and coordinating subcontractor activities on site.
• Ensure all variations and delays are identified, documented, and formally notified to project management.
• Verify that all plant and materials delivered to site meet agreed specifications and are coordinated, stored, and handled safely and securely.
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and governance requirements on site.

Requirements

• Relevant bachelor's or master's in mechanical-related degree or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a Mechanical Construction Manager or similar role within an M&E contracting environment is desirable.
• Data centre experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts in a fast-paced, deadline-driven site environment.