Data Center Mechanical Construction Lead

Winthrop Technologies; Skellefteå kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Market-leading employer

Large-scale data centre projects

Collaborative team

Career progression

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to join our project team in Skelleftea, Sweden. This role will manage all mechanical works on site, delivering safe, on-time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will lead day-to-day site operations, coordinate with planners and design teams, oversee QA/QC, manage subcontractors, and drive a strong safety culture on a large-scale data centre project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or similar discipline.
• Minimum 8+ years’ experience within mechanical construction, with a focus on site management.
• Proven experience managing mechanical systems (HVAC, piping, and associated services) on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, coordination, and programme delivery.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems, installation practices, and commissioning processes.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and drive project delivery.
• Data centre, industrial, or mission-critical project experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all Mechanical construction activities across the project lifecycle.
• Lead day-to-day mechanical site operations in coordination with the wider project team.
• Ensure QA/QC processes are implemented and maintained in line with project specifications and standards.
• Coordinate project schedules with Planners, Project Managers, subcontractors, consultants, and design teams.
• Manage mechanical subcontractor performance, including progress tracking, manpower levels, and coordination meetings.
• Ensure all subcontractor documentation, including safety documentation, is maintained and up to date.
• Attend and lead Site Meetings, Engineering Reviews, Planning Meetings, and Handover Meetings.
• Liaise with the design team to ensure construction information and technical submittals are issued in line with programme requirements.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure quality, compliance, and buildability of mechanical systems.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety standards and drive a strong safety culture on site.
• Support commercial management by tracking variations, managing costs, and attending weekly commercial meetings.
• Issue progress reports to senior management and the project team.
• Manage mechanical snagging activities and ensure effective and timely close-out.
• Proactively identify and resolve technical, design, and coordination issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Site management

Project coordination

Team management

Quality assurance

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Engineering

Job description

Winthrop Technologies is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to join our project team in Skelleftea, Sweden. This role will manage all mechanical works on site, delivering safe, on-time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will lead day-to-day site operations, coordinate with planners and design teams, oversee QA/QC, manage subcontractors, and drive a strong safety culture on a large-scale data centre project.