Mechanical Construction Manager

Winthrop Technologies is Europe’s only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector.

We are pleased to announce that we have a vacancy for a Mechanical Construction Manager to join our expanding team in Portugal. This is a site-based role, playing a key part in the successful delivery of complex mechanical building services works on major data centre projects.

Reporting to the Mechanical Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain effective communication with the client and wider project stakeholders.
• Prepare and implement method statements and risk assessments for mechanical construction activities, ensuring all HVAC deliverables are completed in line with project, quality, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate closely with the project team to sequence mechanical installations, including pipework, to meet programme milestones and scheduled dates.
• Manage the project commercially from handover from estimating through to technical procurement of equipment, specialist subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist in the documentation and costing of scope changes, including preparation of monthly valuations and contribution to the final account.
• Manage and monitor the two-week look-ahead programme in conjunction with the project team.
• Ensure labour resources are planned, mobilised, and maintained in line with programme requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and quality, managing and coordinating subcontractor activities on site.
• Ensure all variations and delays are identified, documented, and formally notified to project management.
• Verify that all plant and materials delivered to site meet agreed specifications and are coordinated, stored, and handled safely and securely.
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and governance requirements on site.

• Relevant bachelor’s or master’s in mechanical-related degree or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a Mechanical Construction Manager or similar role within an M&E contracting environment is desirable.
• Data centre experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts in a fast-paced, deadline-driven site environment.

• Work for a market leader delivering turnkey data centre projects
• Collaborative working environment
• Supportive career and fast-track development
• Competitive salaries and a rotational roster

Winthrop Technologies Ltd are an equal opportunities employer