Mechanical Lead (m/f/d) Data Center Construction

Your Tasks

PORR is expanding its data center activities and is seeking a Mechanical Lead to manage mechanical site delivery on a large data center construction project. The role covers mechanical installation, plant coordination, subcontractor management, technical interfaces, quality control, testing support, and commissioning readiness.

Leadership of mechanical works on site, including cooling systems, chilled water, pipework, ventilation, CRAH/CRAC units, plant rooms, pumps, valves, supports, insulation, and fire protection interfaces

Coordination of mechanical subcontractors and verification of compliance with current drawings, specifications, and approved method statements

Review of mechanical drawings, technical submissions, procurement status, and installation details

Coordination of plant access, lifting routes, installation sequence, maintenance zones, and testing areas

Coordination of mechanical interfaces with electrical, CSA, BMS, controls, fire protection, and commissioning teams

Tracking of long-lead equipment, testing readiness, flushing, pressure testing, balancing, and pre-commissioning status

Coordination of inspections with QA/QC and completion of test records and handover documents

Safe control of mechanical works, including lifting, pressure testing, hot works, and permit requirements

Your Profile

Degree in mechanical engineering or comparable mechanical qualification

Minimum 8 years' mechanical construction experience on large projects

Experience in data center, mission-critical, industrial, energy, or high-tech projects preferred

Strong knowledge of cooling systems, chilled water, ventilation, plant installation, pipework, valves, supports, testing, and commissioning interfaces

Good understanding of maintainability, access, water quality, leak prevention, and BMS/controls interfaces

Experience managing mechanical subcontractors and vendor packages

Relevant mechanical qualifications or construction licences desirable

Fluency in English; German or Polish language skills advantageous

Your Benefits

There are many reasons to choose a job at PORR:

Happiness – Membership in a highly motivated, collaborative team working together on challenging tasks and exciting projects

Career – Individual training and development opportunities to support long-term professional goals

Extras – A wide range of additional benefits and discounts enhancing both everyday work and leisure time

Health – Regular health initiatives and comprehensive insurance coverage through PORR CARE+

Team Spirit – Strong team cohesion through company events, networking activities, and sports events

Job Security & Stability – A secure and stable position within a financially strong and well-established construction group

Personal Development – Support for individual life phases, including sabbaticals and caregiving arrangements