Mechanical Package Manager

Winthrop Technologies; Sines; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative team environment

On-site in Sines, Portugal

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies seeks an experienced Mechanical Package Manager to lead the full mechanical package on a large-scale data centre project in Sines, Portugal. You will oversee design coordination, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning while coordinating with subcontractors and site teams.

The role requires a strong track record in large mechanical systems, piping packages, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in project management on large-scale mechanical systems projects.
• Strong coordination and leadership skills with safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full mechanical package from design coordination to installation and commissioning.
• Oversee site safety, QHSE culture and subcontractor activities.
• Plan and control schedule, resources and costs including labour and materials.
• Maintain snagging systems, documentation and progress reports.
• Attend site meetings and handovers; support close-out including O&M manuals.
• Coordinate with design teams and implement procedures across packages.
• Lead weekly commercial meetings to capture variations and costs.
• Ensure successful delivery of the mechanical package.

Skills

Project Management

Mechanical Systems

Piping Packages

Site Coordination

Leadership

Health & Safety

Budget Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Winthrop Technologies is Europe’s only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Package Manager to join our team on a large-scale data centre project in Sines, Portugal. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full mechanical package, overseeing design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning.

We are specifically seeking experience with large-scale piping packages, as part of our expanding team.

The role will involve close coordination with subcontractors and site teams to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full Mechanical Systems package from design coordination to installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Oversee site safety, QHSE culture, and subcontractor activities, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Manage project schedule, resources, and all associated costs, including labour, subcontractors, materials, plant, variations, and valuations.
• Maintain snagging systems, documentation, and photographic records; produce internal and external progress reports.
• Attend site meetings, reviews, and handovers; support project close-out including O&M manuals, punch lists, QA and safety files.
• Schedule and track material deliveries, and coordinate change management for cost and programme impacts.
• Hold weekly commercial meetings to capture variations and issue costs to the client.
• Develop and implement company procedures in coordination with other package managers.
• Perform all other duties as required to ensure successful delivery of the mechanical package.

• Relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in Project Management, ideally on large-scale projects, ideally data centres, pharmaceutical, or industrial.
• Strong record of coordinating and managing complex mechanical systems projects.
• Experience handling industrial relations matters.
• Solid Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and practices.
• Experience in design and build projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant mechanical software and excellent technical knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive team performance effectively.

• Work on Europe’s largest and most advanced data centre developments.
• Be part of a rapidly growing organisation at the forefront of the digital infrastructure sector.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative, supportive, and high-performance team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to landmark projects shaping the future of digital infrastructure across Europe.

Winthrop Technologies Ltd are an equal opportunities employer