MEP Lead

Matchtech; Skellefteå kommun; On-site; SEK 719,265 - 940,577; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading impact

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary package

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced MEP Lead for a large-scale data centre project in Skellefteå, Sweden. The position involves leading a multidisciplinary MEP engineering team and ensuring projects meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering, extensive leadership experience, and a proven record in delivering MEP systems on large-scale projects.

Join a dynamic team focused on industry-leading infrastructure projects and enjoy competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading multidisciplinary MEP teams.
• Proven track record in integrated MEP systems for large-scale Data Centre projects.
• Experience in scheduling and sequencing complex construction works.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Mechanical and Electrical Engineers.
• Implement design changes for cost efficiency and quality.
• Monitor construction activities for quality and adherence to specs.
• Ensure financial objectives are met.
• Liaise with Contracts Manager and site engineers.
• Verify understanding of drawings and specs.
• Establish project resource requirements.
• Champion HSE standards across the site.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Sector Expertise

Project Controls

Procurement Knowledge

Soft Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline

Job description

MEP Lead - Data Centre Project (Skellefteå, Sweden)

We are Europe's leading dedicated data centre construction partner, providing full turnkey solutions from initial design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin with a portfolio of major projects across seven European countries-totalling over 500MW of IT load currently in flight-we have cemented our reputation as the most trusted name in the industry.

We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient MEP Lead to join our team on a large-scale data centre project in Skellefteå, Sweden. This is a senior-level position responsible for leading our multidisciplinary mechanical and electrical engineering function, driving operational excellence, and ensuring our projects are delivered to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

As the MEP Lead, you will provide comprehensive technical and operational leadership across the full project lifecycle. Your duties will include:

• Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and mentor a combined team of Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, ensuring high performance and technical alignment.
• Design & Value Engineering: Propose and implement design changes to improve cost efficiency, accelerate construction programmes, and enhance final specification quality.
• Operational Oversight: Monitor all construction activities, ensuring rigorous quality of workmanship and strict adherence to material specifications.
• Commercial Astuteness: Apply strong commercial awareness to project decision-making, ensuring financial objectives and procurement targets are met.
• Project Coordination: Act as a key liaison between the Contracts Manager, site engineers, and other discipline leads to ensure all subcontractors and personnel are provided with timely, accurate information.
• Technical Compliance: Verify that all drawings and specifications are fully understood; ensure that any errors or omissions are identified and formally communicated to the design team immediately.
• Resource Management: Establish project resource requirements, ensuring teams are adequately staffed and supported to meet project deadlines.
• Safety Leadership: Oversee and champion the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance across the site.

Candidate Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
• Leadership Experience: Extensive experience in effectively leading multidisciplinary MEP teams is essential.
• Sector Expertise: Proven track record in the successful delivery of integrated MEP systems within large-scale Data Centre projects.
• Project Controls: Solid experience in scheduling, programming, and sequencing complex construction works.
• Procurement: Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain management.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Industry-Leading Impact: Work with a market leader on critical, high-profile infrastructure projects.
• Professional Development: Join a forward-thinking, high-growth environment with significant opportunities for long-term career progression and development.
• Competitive Package: We offer a highly competitive salary package commensurate with your experience and the critical nature of the role.
• Collaborative Culture: Become part of a supportive, dynamic, and high-performing team where technical excellence is at the heart of our operations.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.