Mechanical Construction Manager

Job Summary:

Datalec Precision Installations (DPI) is a leading provider of data centre design, supply, build, and managed services. We are committed to delivering seamless and integrated solutions for data centre operators worldwide. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of service and excellence in every project we undertake.

We are seeking a Mechanical Construction Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for overseeing and managing the construction activities across data centre projects within UAE This role ensures that all construction projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

- Manage and supervise construction activities across multiple data centre sites within Norway.

· Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure project milestones are met.

· Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

· Monitor project budgets and schedules, providing regular updates to senior management.

· Conduct site inspections and quality assurance checks.

· Resolve construction-related issues and escalate when necessary.

· Support procurement and logistics planning for construction materials and equipment.

· Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for all construction activities.

· Represent the business, upholding our core values and behaviours with all internal and external customers, clients and third parties

· Maintain business and client confidentiality, adhering to applicable Data Protection regulations and Information Security Standards in line with company, and group policies and procedures.

Qualifications: Skills and Experience

· Professional certification (e.g., PMP, RICS, CIOB) is an advantage.

· Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction management, preferably in data centre or critical infrastructure projects.

· Managing subcontractors, permits, risk mitigation, resource allocation and site logistics.

· Deep MEP technical expertise in mechanical systems, HVAC, chilled water, pumps, piping, CRAH/CRAC units and mechanical plan installations.

· Expertise in MEP co-ordination, integrating mechanical systems seamlessly with electrical and plumbing infrastructure.

· Commissioning and testing mechanical installations, often in mission-critical environments like data centres.

· Strong leadership and project management skills.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

· Proficiency in construction management software and tools.

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously across different countries.

Values & Behaviours:

DPI Values

Dedication Precision Integrity

Behaviours

· Inspiration - Has a clear vision of where to go and the ability to articulate it. Empowers people to implement our vision and strategy. Great communicator who captures the imagination, generating trust and commitment.

· Team Spirit - Thinks about "we" not "me"; we do this together. Brings purpose to the team to make it a cohesive unit. Knows when to seek help and when to give it. Prepared to take action to address issues for the good of the team and celebrate others' successes.

· Self-Awareness - Emotionally intelligent; has empathy for others and gets the best out of people by meeting them on their terms. Great at building rapport with colleagues and customers; knows that their behavior impacts on the performance of others and adapts approach to achieve the best results.

· Achievement - Always striving to be the best and consistently delivers. High performer: bringing high energy, competence and making the right decisions to get things done.

· Tenacity - Relentless in the pursuit of their goals. Excellent at solving problems and overcoming obstacles; seeing the challenges before others see them and taking action, to avoid them becoming problems. Sees setbacks as opportunities and becomes stronger in adversity.

· Influence - Highly skilled at getting others committed to the goal. Confident, enthusiastic and encourages creativity. Understands the needs of stakeholders and as a result, engages them.

Our Vision

· To compete at the highest standards in data centre fit-out, MEP construction and managed services throughout Europe and beyond.

Our Mission

· Continue to develop and deliver products and services unparalleled in terms of quality.

· Retain our clients, broaden our breadth of service identifying closely with their changing requirements.

· Execute a robust H&S and Wellbeing strategy. Consider and implement wherever possible initiatives that relate to environmental improvements.

Our Strategy

· People - Build an organisation capable of managing the business we will become. Recruit and retain and develop the best industry professionals. Health, Safety and Wellbeing remain paramount, for our employees and clients.

· Products - must address an industry need. We must have differentiators such as assured quality, modularisation, and off-site construction techniques. Datalec’s commitment to quality is unsurpassed in the industry, we seek perfection. New products and services must be delivered to the same exacting standards.

· Purpose - relates both to our clients and our organisation. We need to understand both how to be able to confidently present our solutions and product strategy to the market. Separately, we create a working environment that promotes and rewards employees fairly, actively supporting a culture of transparency and mutual respect.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Deep MEP technical expertise in mechanical systems

Experience:

• construction managementstructure projects: 7 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PMP, RICS, CIOB (Preferred)

Work Location: In person