Mechanical Project Manager Data Centre Projects

Job Title: Mechanical Project Manager Data Centre Projects
Location: Eskilstuna, Sweden
Leading International Data Centre Contractor
€90,000 DOE plus full package including accommodation, rotation, flights and benefits

The Company

This contractor is a recognised leader in the delivery of large-scale data centre and mission critical projects across Europe. Known for delivering technically complex builds to the highest standards, they have built a strong reputation for quality, safety and on-time delivery across major hyperscale developments.

With a strong pipeline of work in the Nordic region, they offer long-term career progression, exposure to flagship projects and the opportunity to work within a high-performing, collaborative engineering environment.

The Role Mechanical Project Manager

As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the mechanical package on a major data centre project in Eskilstuna. This is a senior leadership role where you will drive programme delivery, manage costs, and ensure all mechanical systems are installed, tested and handed over to the highest standard.

You will play a critical role in coordinating site teams, subcontractors and stakeholders while maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety and programme performance across all phases of construction through to commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of mechanical project delivery across programme, cost and quality
• Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety standards across all site activities
• Manage project programme, sequencing and critical milestones to avoid delays
• Oversee subcontractor performance, manpower levels and progress against programme
• Control mechanical project costs including labour, materials, procurement and variations
• Coordinate closely with package managers, site teams and commercial departments
• Review drawings, specifications and technical submissions for buildability and accuracy
• Monitor and track material procurement and deliveries in line with project timelines
• Chair weekly commercial and progress meetings, ensuring accurate reporting of costs and variations
• Produce detailed progress reports highlighting risks, constraints and mitigation strategies
• Manage snagging, commissioning support and full mechanical handover process
• Drive a strong quality culture through inspections, QA processes and documentation control
• Maintain clear communication with clients, consultants and internal stakeholders

About You

• Proven background as a Mechanical Project Manager on large-scale construction or data centre projects
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services including HVAC, pipework and plant systems
• Demonstrated experience managing full mechanical packages from construction through to handover
• Excellent commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, variations and reporting
• Strong programme management skills with the ability to track and drive key milestones
• Experienced in subcontractor management, procurement and site coordination
• Effective communicator with strong leadership and stakeholder management ability
• Detail-focused with a commitment to quality, safety and timely project delivery
• Data centre project experience is essential

What’s on Offer

Salary: €90,000 DOE
Benefits:

• Accommodation and rotation
• Flights and travel support
• Bonus structure
• Pension contribution
• Healthcare
• Ongoing CPD and career progression within the data centre sector
• Opportunity to work on high-profile European projects

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to take on a key leadership role within one of Europe’s most active data centre construction environments. You will be working on a flagship project where your input will directly impact delivery, quality and client satisfaction.

The company offers long-term career progression, exposure to cutting-edge projects and the chance to work alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the data centre sector. If you are looking to step into a role with real responsibility and influence, this is a strong move.

How to Apply

To apply, send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call 015314345 for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment

Breagh Recruitment specialise in placing Mechanical Project Managers, MEP Project Managers and Building Services professionals across the data centre and mission critical construction sector. With a deep understanding of mechanical project delivery on complex builds, we work closely with both clients and candidates to match the right Mechanical Project Manager to the right project.