Mechanical Project Manager - Data Centre

Mechanical Project Manager Opportunity – Data Centre Project - Southeast London We are working with a leading M&E Contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their team on a flagship data centre project in South East London. Operating as the Principal Contractor, this organisation has built a strong reputation delivering complex schemes across the data centre, commercial fit-out, and critical infrastructure sectors. With a robust pipeline of secured work and continued growth, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business known for its high-performance culture, quality delivery, and investment in its people. The Role: As Mechanical Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the mechanical package on a large-scale data centre project, ensuring delivery from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover. Key responsibilities include: * Managing the full lifecycle of mechanical installations on a major data centre scheme * Coordinating with design teams, subcontractors, and client stakeholders * Overseeing programme, cost control, and quality assurance * Driving health & safety standards across site operations * Leading commissioning and handover processes in line with critical environment requirements * Reporting into senior leadership and contributing to overall project strategy About You: * Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within M&E / building services * Strong background delivering data centre, mission-critical, or large-scale commercial projects * Experience working for a main contractor or principal contractor environment * Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills * Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems and commissioning processes * Ability to manage complex programmes in fast-paced environments The Company: * Established leading M&E contractor with a strong UK presence * Extensive track record across data centres, commercial fit-out, and critical infrastructure * Operating as Principal Contractor on major projects * Known for repeat business, technical excellence, and delivery capability * Continued growth with a strong pipeline of high-value projects What’s on Offer: * Highly competitive salary and package (among the best in the market) * Clear and structured career progression from day one * Opportunity to work on flagship, high-profile data centre projects * Supportive, culture-driven business that values its people * Long-term career stability with a growing contractor If you’re a Mechanical Project Manager looking to step into a major data centre project with a forward-thinking contractor, this is a standout opportunity