Project Manager

Vallum Associates; Malmö kommun; On-site; SEK 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallum Associates, a leading Data Centre Design & Build contractor, seeks a highly skilled Mechanical Lead in Sweden to oversee all mechanical systems for a major hyperscale expansion. The role covers end-to-end delivery including liquid cooling, HVAC, plumbing and fire protection, with focus on technical excellence and on-time execution.

Candidates should have 7–10 years in mechanical systems delivery on large projects, strong leadership, proficiency with BIM tools, and fluency in English

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years experience in mechanical systems delivery on large scale projects.
• Experience in managing mechanical installations.
• Familiarity with BIM and mechanical design/review tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks).
• Experience of working in Sweden and the Nordics is an advantage
• You preferably live in South West area of Sweden
• Fluent in English; Swedish language is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical team.
• Vendor and subcontractor management.
• Ensure on time delivery for mechanical systems by planning and coordinating mechanical installation works, resources and subcontractor activities.
• Review drawings, submittals, method statements and installation readiness.
• Monitor mechanical quality, HSE, inspections and compliance with approved requirements.
• Coordinate interfaces with electrical, CSA, controls and commissioning teams.
• Track progress, constraints, defects and corrective actions within assigned scope.
• Support testing, completion, punch-list closeout and handover activities

Skills

Mechanical lead

Team leadership

Engineering background

BIM experience

English fluency

Education

Mechanical/Building Services Engineering qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

I'm representing a leading Data Centre Design & Build General Contractor who are embarking on a 130MW Hyperscale expansion in Sweden.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Lead to oversee all mechanical systems and services within our data centre facility delivery. The successful candidate will manage the end-to-end delivery of mechanical works—including advanced liquid cooling systems, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and more—ensuring technical excellence, cost-efficiency, and on-time execution. This role is vital to the successful integration of mechanical systems into high-quality building solutions.

Responsibilities

• Leadership of mechanical team
• Vendor and subcontractor management
• Ensure on time delivery for mechanical systems by planning and coordinating mechanical installation works, resources and subcontractor activities.
• Review drawings, submittals, method statements and installation readiness.
• Monitor mechanical quality, HSE, inspections and compliance with approved requirements.
• Coordinate interfaces with electrical, CSA, controls and commissioning teams.
• Track progress, constraints, defects and corrective actions within assigned scope.
• Support testing, completion, punch-list closeout and handover activities

Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant Mechanical/Building Services Engineering, trade or technical qualification.
• Mechanical installation or site-management training is desirable.
• Minimum 7–10 years experience in mechanical systems delivery on large scale projects, mission critical is meriting.
• Proven experience managing mechanical installations.
• Familiarity with BIM and mechanical design and review tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks).
• Strong technical and engineering background in mechanical systems.
• Experience of working in Sweden and the Nordics is an advantage
• You preferably live in South West area of Sweden
• Excellent problem-solving and coordination skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of sustainable mechanical solutions (e.g., energy efficiency, green building standards) is a plus.
• Understanding of commissioning procedures and testing.
• Fluent in English; Swedish language is advantageous