Mechanical Lead

Job description / Role

Our client is a leading multinational engineering services provider and general contractor who employ over 2,000 and deliver leading-edge construction solutions across a range of key sectors including Data Centres, Healthcare, Life Sciences and Technology, Fire protection, Building Services, and Technical Support Services. They are currently seeking a Mechanical Lead to join them on a Data Centre Project in Frankfurt.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Lead the coordination, installation, and delivery of all mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
• Manage mechanical subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring safe and efficient execution of works in line with the construction programme.
• Review mechanical design drawings and specifications, identifying clashes or technical issues, and liaise with the design team and consultants to resolve them.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of key systems such as HVAC, chilled water, DX/CRAC units, pipework, valves, pumps, and fire suppression systems.
• Ensure mechanical works comply with relevant codes, standards (e.g. ASHRAE, CIBSE), and local regulations, and are delivered to client expectations.
• Plan and supervise testing and commissioning activities, including pressure testing, flushing, balancing, and handover documentation.
• Coordinate closely with electrical and CSA leads to ensure full MEP integration, resolving coordination issues through BIM and site-based collaboration.
• Promote and enforce health, safety, and environmental compliance, ensuring all RAMS, permits, and risk controls are in place and actively monitored.

A trade background or a relevant mechanical qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in managing large projects.
• Data experience is not essential but is desired.
• An EU passport is required for this role.

Savile Lloyd and our Clients are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success. Savile Lloyd is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all, and we encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.

Salary:
EUR 9,500 to 10,500 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

Savile Lloyd is a leading provider of construction professionals to the International market.

We offer a thorough and professional service to both our clients and our candidates.

Through our extensive experience and development of key relationships we have been able to provide an understanding of the construction industry and to be flexible in differing markets.

With a highly experienced team we are able to provide a professional service that keeps clients retaining our services for future vacancies.