Data Center Mechanical Lead — Build, Install, Commission

PORR Deutschland GmbH; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 104,000 - 139,000; Full time

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Job summary

PORR Deutschland GmbH is seeking a Mechanical Lead to manage site delivery on a large data center construction project. You will oversee mechanical installation, plant coordination, QA/QC, and commissioning readiness on site.

The role requires coordinating with electrical, BMS, and fire protection teams, and ensuring safety with lifting and permit controls. English fluency is essential, German or Polish is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering or comparable qualification.
• Minimum 8 years' mechanical construction experience on large projects.
• Experience in data center, mission-critical, industrial, energy, or high-tech projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical works on site, including cooling systems, chilled water, pipework, ventilation and plant rooms.
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors and verify compliance with drawings, specs and method statements.
• Review drawings, technical submissions, procurement status and installation details.
• Coordinate plant access, lifting routes, installation sequence and testing areas.
• Coordinate interfaces with electrical, BMS, controls, fire protection and commissioning teams.
• Track long-lead equipment, testing readiness, flushing, pressure testing, balancing and pre-commissioning.
• Coordinate inspections with QA/QC and complete test records and handover documents.
• Ensure safe control of mechanical works, including lifting and permit requirements.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project leadership

Subcontractor management

Quality control

Testing & commissioning

BMS interfaces

English fluency

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

PORR Deutschland GmbH is seeking a Mechanical Lead to manage site delivery on a large data center construction project. You will oversee mechanical installation, plant coordination, QA/QC, and commissioning readiness on site.

The role requires coordinating with electrical, BMS, and fire protection teams, and ensuring safety with lifting and permit controls. English fluency is essential, German or Polish is advantageous.