Mechanical Lead – Data Centre Construction

Job Title: Mechanical Lead – Data Centre Construction
Location: Finland
Leading European Data Centre Contractor
Excellent Salary €90,000 - €120,000 DOE plus Package Accommodation Rotation Flights Pension Career Progression

The Company

One of Europe’s leading specialist data centre contractors is seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to join a major hyperscale data centre project in Vaasa, Finland. With a strong pipeline of large-scale mission critical projects across Europe, this contractor has built a reputation for delivering high-value mechanical and electrical packages to the highest industry standards.

Operating exclusively within the data centre and mission critical sector, the company delivers complex turnkey projects from design and construction through to commissioning and handover. Their continued growth across Europe has created an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Lead looking to progress within a fast-paced international environment.

The Role – Mechanical Lead

The Mechanical Lead will take ownership of the mechanical systems package on a large-scale data centre project, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

You will work closely with the Project Manager, subcontractors, consultants and client teams to coordinate all mechanical installation activities across the project lifecycle. This is a key leadership position with responsibility for driving programme delivery, quality assurance and site performance on a technically demanding mission critical build.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full mechanical package on a large-scale data centre construction project
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors and site teams to ensure programme targets are achieved
• Drive a strong Health & Safety culture across all mechanical activities on site
• Work closely with the Project Manager and Safety Team to manage site compliance and safety documentation
• Oversee mechanical QA processes including inspections, testing and handover documentation
• Monitor project progress and ensure works are delivered in line with programme requirements
• Manage package budgets, forecasting and cost control throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with client representatives, design consultants and commissioning teams
• Ensure all mechanical installations meet required industry and client specification
• Lead site meetings and provide regular progress reporting to senior management

About You

• Trade background or relevant third level qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Mechanical Lead, Mechanical Project Manager or Senior Mechanical Supervisor role
• Strong background delivering large-scale mechanical installation projects
• Previous experience working on data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial or mission critical construction projects preferred
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical systems, QA procedures and construction sequencing
• Strong leadership and subcontractor management experience
• Proven ability to manage programme delivery within fast-track construction environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Organised, detail-focused and capable of managing multiple priorities on site

What’s on Offer

Salary: Excellent Salary Package €90,000 - €120,000 DOE

Benefits:

• Accommodation provided
• Rotation options available
• Flights included
• Pension contribution
• Career progression opportunities across European projects
• Ongoing professional development within the data centre sector
• Opportunity to work on one of Europe’s major hyperscale data centre developments

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Lead to join one of Europe’s most established data centre contractors on a flagship mission critical project in Finland. The company continues to secure major hyperscale developments across Europe, offering long-term career stability and progression opportunities for experienced mechanical professionals.

You will gain exposure to complex, high-value data centre construction projects while working alongside some of the industry’s leading specialists in mission critical delivery. For ambitious Mechanical Leads looking to progress within the rapidly growing data centre sector, this role offers excellent long-term potential.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this Mechanical Lead role, contact Breagh Recruitment today.

Email: stephen@breaghrecruitment.com
Phone: 353 1 531 4345

Why Breagh Recruitment

Breagh Recruitment are specialists in recruiting Mechanical Leads, Mechanical Project Managers and Building Services professionals for data centre construction projects across Ireland and Europe. We work closely with leading mission critical contractors delivering hyperscale data centres, pharmaceutical facilities and large industrial developments.

If you are looking for Mechanical Lead jobs in Finland, data centre mechanical project management roles, or mission critical construction opportunities across Europe, Breagh Recruitment can help you take the next step in your career.

Related roles include: Mechanical Project Manager, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Building Services Manager, Mechanical Supervisor, MEP Manager.

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