Senior Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager – Data Centre Projects

Senior Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager – Data Centre Projects
Location: Co. Kildare
Leading Mechanical & Engineering Contractor
€80,000 – €100,000 + Vehicle + Bonus + Pension + Benefits

The Company

This established engineering and construction contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering complex mechanical packages across pharmaceutical, industrial, and advanced manufacturing projects. Known for working in highly regulated environments, they specialise in mechanical installations, utilities, and process systems on technically demanding builds.

With a consistent pipeline of high-value projects and long-standing client relationships, the company places real emphasis on technical excellence, practical delivery, and developing strong leadership within its teams.

The Role – Senior Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager

This is a senior-level mechanical pre-construction role focused on leading the front-end delivery of large-scale projects. You will take ownership of the pre-construction phase, ensuring all mechanical aspects are thoroughly planned, costed, and aligned with programme and client expectations.

Working closely with internal design, commercial, and delivery teams, you will play a key role in shaping how projects are delivered from the outset, ensuring technical accuracy, buildability, and cost efficiency across complex mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical pre-construction activities from concept through to tender submission
• Review specifications, drawings, P&IDs, and technical documentation
• Prepare detailed mechanical estimates, budgets, and project programmes
• Drive value engineering and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
• Coordinate with design, procurement, and project teams to ensure full alignment
• Manage risk assessments and resolve technical challenges early in the process
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout pre-construction
• Support planning for installation, commissioning, and handoverMentor and guide engineers and pre-construction team members
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards

About You

• Strong mechanical background with experience in pipework, pumps, utilities, or process systems
• Proven experience in pre-construction, estimating, or mechanical project planning
• Comfortable reviewing mechanical designs, drawings, and specifications
• Background can be trade-based or degree-qualified in mechanical engineering
• Strong commercial awareness including cost control and value engineering
• Experience working on industrial, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing projects
• Effective leader with the ability to coordinate technical teams
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Detail-focused with a commitment to quality and programme delivery

What’s on Offer

Salary: €80,000 – €100,000 (DOE)

Benefits:

• Company vehicle or allowance
• Performance-related bonus
• Pension contribution
• Healthcare package
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear progression to senior leadership roles

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to take a leading role in the early stages of major mechanical projects within high-spec sectors such as pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing. You will have real influence over how projects are planned, designed, and delivered, working on technically challenging builds with high-profile clients.

The company offers long-term career progression, a strong pipeline of secured work, and an environment where both practical experience and technical expertise are genuinely valued.

How to Apply If you’re interested in this role, send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call Stephen on 015314345 for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment

Breagh Recruitment are specialists in placing Senior Mechanical Pre-Construction Managers, Mechanical Project Managers, and M&E professionals across Ireland’s construction and engineering sectors. We work closely with leading contractors delivering complex mechanical and process systems in pharmaceutical, industrial, and manufacturing environments.

If you are exploring Senior Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager roles, mechanical estimating positions, or pre-construction leadership opportunities, we can offer direct access to some of the most technically challenging and rewarding projects in the market.

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