Mechanical Lead

Data Centre Construction:
Our client is a multi-disciplined main contractor operating across the UK and Europe with a turnover of €750m and sustained annual growth of 5%–7.5%. They deliver large-scale, turnkey projects for blue-chip clients, with a strong focus on data centres and other technology-heavy developments.
Due to continued growth and a recent major project win, our client is now seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to take full responsibility for the mechanical services delivery on a flagship data centre project in Düsseldorf, Germany. This is a senior, site-based leadership role on a complex, high-value, mission-critical project.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
•    Overall responsibility for the delivery of all mechanical services on the project
•    Lead the mechanical scope from design coordination through procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and final handover
•    Manage and coordinate mechanical subcontractors, specialist vendors, and suppliers
•    Act as the primary technical authority on site for mechanical systems, including HVAC, cooling systems, chilled water, pipework, plantrooms, and BMS interfaces
•    Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards
•    Review and approve technical submissions, drawings, specifications, and method statements
•    Manage RFIs, change control, and technical queries in collaboration with the wider project team
•    Coordinate closely with Electrical, CSA, commissioning, and project management teams
•    Drive compliance with project specifications, German regulations, and client standards
•    Lead and support testing, commissioning, and integrated systems testing (IST) activities
•    Liaise directly with the client, consultants, and third-party inspectors

Salary & Benefits Package
•    Competitive basic salary
•    Fully expensed accommodation in Düsseldorf
•    Extensive allowances package (travel, subsistence, rotation where applicable)
•    Pension scheme
•    Private healthcare
•    Performance-related bonus
•    Additional benefits and long-term career progression across European data centre projects