Mechanical Lead
CV-LibraryGermanypermanentPosted: 13 October 2026
Apply NowMechanical Lead – Data Centre – Frankfurt, Germany
Salary: €120,000–€130,000 + Accommodation + Rotation + Travel + €28,000 Living Allowance
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Sector: Data Centre / Mission Critical
Employment Type: Permanent
A leading international engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to join its team on a major data centre project in Frankfurt, Germany.
This is an excellent opportunity to lead the mechanical package on a large-scale mission-critical project, managing site delivery, subcontractors, procurement, quality, safety, costs and programme performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the mechanical package and day-to-day site operations.
* Oversee site safety and quality assurance for mechanical works.
* Coordinate project schedules with the project team, engineers and client.
* Manage package costs, subcontractors, materials, plant, variations and valuations.
* Mentor and support junior engineers within the team.
* Coordinate procurement and ensure materials and equipment arrive on schedule.
* Monitor subcontractor progress, labour levels and programme performance.
* Manage snagging, punch lists and outstanding works.
* Attend site meetings, engineering reviews, planning meetings and handover meetings.
* Prepare progress reports, labour projections and safety statistics.
* Ensure subcontractor safety and technical documentation is maintained.
* Manage change control, including cost and programme impacts.
* Coordinate project close-out, final accounts, O&M manuals, QA files and handover documentation.
* Work with commercial teams to capture variations and manage costs.
* Ensure company procedures and project standards are followed.
Requirements
* Trade background with a relevant third-level qualification.
* Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
* Proven experience coordinating mechanical works on construction projects.
* Strong understanding of mechanical installation and subcontractor management.
* Experience managing project schedules, procurement, costs and quality.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, AutoCAD and MS Project.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
* Experience delivering large-scale construction projects is desirable.
* Flexibility to travel
Salary: €120,000–€130,000 + Accommodation + Rotation + Travel + €28,000 Living Allowance
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Sector: Data Centre / Mission Critical
Employment Type: Permanent
A leading international engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to join its team on a major data centre project in Frankfurt, Germany.
This is an excellent opportunity to lead the mechanical package on a large-scale mission-critical project, managing site delivery, subcontractors, procurement, quality, safety, costs and programme performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the mechanical package and day-to-day site operations.
* Oversee site safety and quality assurance for mechanical works.
* Coordinate project schedules with the project team, engineers and client.
* Manage package costs, subcontractors, materials, plant, variations and valuations.
* Mentor and support junior engineers within the team.
* Coordinate procurement and ensure materials and equipment arrive on schedule.
* Monitor subcontractor progress, labour levels and programme performance.
* Manage snagging, punch lists and outstanding works.
* Attend site meetings, engineering reviews, planning meetings and handover meetings.
* Prepare progress reports, labour projections and safety statistics.
* Ensure subcontractor safety and technical documentation is maintained.
* Manage change control, including cost and programme impacts.
* Coordinate project close-out, final accounts, O&M manuals, QA files and handover documentation.
* Work with commercial teams to capture variations and manage costs.
* Ensure company procedures and project standards are followed.
Requirements
* Trade background with a relevant third-level qualification.
* Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
* Proven experience coordinating mechanical works on construction projects.
* Strong understanding of mechanical installation and subcontractor management.
* Experience managing project schedules, procurement, costs and quality.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, AutoCAD and MS Project.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
* Experience delivering large-scale construction projects is desirable.
* Flexibility to travel