Mechanical Lead

Mechanical Lead (Lisbon, Portugal)
€90,000 – €100,000 + Accommodation + Transport + Rotation + €1,000 Living Cost p/m

We are partnered with a leading European Data Centre delivery specialist who design, build, and commission major hyperscale facilities across the continent. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to join a flagship project in Lisbon, Portugal.

In this role, you will lead the full mechanical delivery across a large-scale data centre build, from engineering leadership to installation oversight, coordination, quality control, and project management.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and manage a team of Mechanical Engineers

* Propose design changes to improve cost, quality, and constructability

* Oversee mechanical installation quality, materials, and compliance

* Liaise with Contracts Manager, Engineers, and discipline leads

* Ensure subcontractors receive accurate, timely technical information

* Review drawings, specifications, and communicate errors/omissions

* Define resource requirements and motivate the project team

* Maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety on site

Skills & Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related)

* Strong procurement and commercial awareness

* Experience with scheduling, programming, and sequencing

* Proven track record leading MEP teams

* Previous experience delivering data centre MEP projects

* Excellent communication and leadership skills

Benefits

* €90,000 – €100,000 + Accommodation + Transport + Rotation + €1,000 Living ost p/m

* Accommodation, transport & rotation package

* Work with Europe’s top data centre delivery partner

* Fast-track career development

* Collaborative and supportive project environment