Mechanical Lead

Mechanical Lead – Data Centre – Frankfurt, Germany

Salary: €120,000–€130,000 + Accommodation + Rotation + Travel + €28,000 Living Allowance
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Sector: Data Centre / Mission Critical
Employment Type: Permanent

A leading international engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to join its team on a major data centre project in Frankfurt, Germany.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead the mechanical package on a large-scale mission-critical project, managing site delivery, subcontractors, procurement, quality, safety, costs and programme performance.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the mechanical package and day-to-day site operations.

* Oversee site safety and quality assurance for mechanical works.

* Coordinate project schedules with the project team, engineers and client.

* Manage package costs, subcontractors, materials, plant, variations and valuations.

* Mentor and support junior engineers within the team.

* Coordinate procurement and ensure materials and equipment arrive on schedule.

* Monitor subcontractor progress, labour levels and programme performance.

* Manage snagging, punch lists and outstanding works.

* Attend site meetings, engineering reviews, planning meetings and handover meetings.

* Prepare progress reports, labour projections and safety statistics.

* Ensure subcontractor safety and technical documentation is maintained.

* Manage change control, including cost and programme impacts.

* Coordinate project close-out, final accounts, O&M manuals, QA files and handover documentation.

* Work with commercial teams to capture variations and manage costs.

* Ensure company procedures and project standards are followed.

Requirements

* Trade background with a relevant third-level qualification.

* Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Mechanical Engineer.

* Proven experience coordinating mechanical works on construction projects.

* Strong understanding of mechanical installation and subcontractor management.

* Experience managing project schedules, procurement, costs and quality.

* Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, AutoCAD and MS Project.

* Strong communication and organisational skills.

* Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

* Experience delivering large-scale construction projects is desirable.

* Flexibility to travel
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed