Mechanical Project Manager – Mission Critical Projects

Job title: Mechanical Project Manager – Data Centre / Mission Critical Construction
Location: Dublin City, Co Dublin
Company: Established Mechanical Contractor delivering mission critical projects across Dublin
Package: €90,000 DOE plus full package

The Company

This established mechanical contractor has built a strong reputation delivering large-scale mechanical installations across data centres, pharmaceutical facilities, commercial developments and other technically demanding projects throughout Dublin and the wider Leinster region.

Known for strong project delivery, high technical standards and well-structured site teams, the company continues to secure major mission critical projects with a strong pipeline of work already secured long term across Dublin.

The Role: Mechanical Project Manager

This Mechanical Project Manager role is based in Dublin City, Co Dublin on a major mission critical construction project.

You will take full ownership of large mechanical packages from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover, managing programme delivery, subcontractor coordination, commercial performance and technical compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful Mechanical Project Manager will lead multidisciplinary site teams in a fast-paced live construction environment while maintaining strong control over quality, safety and programme certainty.

You will work closely with senior management, commercial teams, design teams and client representatives to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest standard.

Must Have Requirements

• Proven experience delivering large mechanical packages on complex construction projects with at least 10 years’ experience
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, pipework, plant rooms and mechanical services installations
• Experience managing mechanical subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams is required
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing variations, delays and cost impacts
• Experience with a mechanical contractor or main contractor delivering large-scale projects in Ireland is required

Preferred Experience

• Data centre or mission critical project experience preferred
• Experience working within fast-track construction environments beneficial
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management experience preferred
• Experience managing commissioning and handover processes advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the mechanical scope of works from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover
• Plan, organise and control site activities to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget
• Lead and mentor engineers, package managers, supervisors and foremen on site
• Coordinate closely with design teams and subcontractors to ensure buildability and technical compliance
• Manage weekly and short-term planning including lookaheads, labour planning and sequencing
• Oversee subcontractor performance, productivity and quality of installation
• Drive programme delivery through daily and weekly work plans and reporting
• Manage variations, delays and changes in conjunction with the commercial team
• Chair and contribute to coordination meetings with internal teams and subcontractors
• Maintain a strong QHSE culture across all mechanical works
• Produce clear and accurate progress and commercial reports

About You

You will be an experienced Mechanical Project Manager with a strong background delivering complex mechanical installations on large construction projects in Ireland or the UK.

You will have a practical understanding of programme delivery, subcontractor coordination, commissioning and commercial management within fast-paced site environments.

Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to lead teams, drive productivity and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

This role suits a Mechanical Project Manager who is organised, commercially aware and confident taking ownership of technically complex projects from start to finish.

What’s On Offer

Salary: €90,000 DOE
Benefits:

• Pension
• Bonus
• Healthcare
• Long-term project pipeline in Dublin
• Strong support structure across commercial and engineering teams
• Career progression into senior project leadership roles
• CPD and ongoing technical development

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Project Manager to join a well-established contractor delivering some of the most technically demanding projects currently underway in Dublin.
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ou will be given real autonomy on site with the backing of experienced commercial and engineering teams, allowing you to focus on successful project delivery while continuing to progress your career within the mission critical construction sector.

The company has secured a strong pipeline of work across Dublin, offering long-term stability, high-profile projects and clear progression opportunities for experienced Mechanical Project Managers.

How to Apply

Call Stephen Nugent on 01 531 4345 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment

Breagh Recruitment are specialist recruiters for Mechanical Project Manager jobs, M&E construction roles and mission critical construction appointments across Ireland and the UK.

We work closely with mechanical contractors, M&E specialists and main contractors delivering data centres, pharmaceutical facilities, industrial projects and large-scale commercial developments.

If you are a Mechanical Project Manager, Senior Mechanical Project Manager, M&E Project Manager or Mechanical Contracts Manager looking for your next role in Dublin or across Ireland, we can help you secure the right opportunity.

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