Mechanical Lead - Data Centre in London

Join one of Europe's leading data centre contractors who are seeking a Mechanical Lead for a new project in the Netherlands. As the Mechanical Lead, you will work for an innovative, forward-thinking contractor that operates a diverse business model. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience, determination and be focused on delivering leading-edge construction solutions across a range of key sectors, including data centre and pharmaceutical. In terms of experience, someone coming from a data centre background is advantageous; however, it is not a necessity.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee site safety management in collaboration with the project team and Safety Advisor, including the setup, maintenance, and close-out of the project safety file.
• Lead a team of engineers and supervisors, coordinating with other disciplines to avoid delays or schedule impacts.
• Manage site Quality Assurance (QA) activities related to the Mechanical scope, ensuring proper setup, tracking, and close-out of the QA documentation.
• Monitor and manage the project schedule in line with the project team, consulting engineers, and client expectations.
• Control and track all project-related costs, ensuring alignment with budgetary targets.
• Supervise daily site operations, ensuring smooth coordination and execution of works.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, tracking progress against schedule and manpower targets; ensure weekly documented meetings are held.
• Maintain the snagging system, ensuring supervisors provide updated punch lists weekly.
• Submit direct labour and subcontractor hours to the time administrator for centralized tracking.
• Participate in key project meetings, including Site Meetings, Internal Project Reviews, Engineering Reviews, Planning/Coordination Meetings, and Handover Meetings.
• Support the close-out of all project deliverables including Final Accounts, O&M Manuals, Punch Lists, Safety and QA Files, relocation of materials and equipment, and completion of the Project Plan.
• With support from the project QS, maintain the Filekey system by uploading weekly internal progress reports summarised from supervisors' input, detailing WBS-based progress percentages, risks, and concerns (e.g., delayed deliveries).
• Prepare and submit a weekly internal progress report to the Project Manager, identifying access issues, delays, design shortages, third-party constraints, and overall project progress. This report will feed into the external client-facing report.
• Ensure that all subcontractor documentation, including safety files, is kept current and properly archived.
• Provide weekly safety statistics and labour forecasts.
• Conduct weekly commercial meetings with the QS/commercial team to ensure variations are tracked and submitted to the client.
• Ensure internal and external Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met or exceeded.
• Assist in the development and implementation of company procedures in collaboration with your team.
• Manage changes effectively, ensuring that all impacts on cost and schedule are properly captured and communicated.

Requirements:

• Background in a relevant trade, supported by a third-level qualification.
• Proven experience coordinating across disciplines on complex projects.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience working as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, AutoCAD, and MS Project.
• Flexibility to travel throughout Ireland if required.