Mechanical Lead – Data Centre | Bertonico (Lodi) About the opportunity PeoItaly, an employment agency authorised by the Italian Ministry of Labour, is conducting this search on behalf of a confidential international general contractor specialising in the turnkey delivery of mission-critical Data Centres. The selected candidate will be employed directly by the client and join the construction team delivering a major Data Centre development in Bertonico, in the province of Lodi. We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to oversee the successful delivery of all mechanical construction works, from design coordination and construction planning through installation, testing, commissioning support and handover. The Mechanical Lead will be responsible for managing mechanical construction activities, coordinating subcontractors and project resources, monitoring budgets and schedules, and ensuring that all mechanical works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project quality standards. Working closely with Project Management, Design, Engineering, Commercial, EHS, QA/QC, Electrical and Commissioning teams, the successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating mechanical installations, managing subcontractor performance and ensuring the successful integration of mechanical works with the overall construction programme.

Key responsibilities
• Lead and oversee the delivery of all mechanical construction works, ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards, budgets and construction schedules.
• Coordinate mechanical activities throughout the project lifecycle, from design coordination and construction planning through installation, completion, testing, commissioning support and handover.
• Manage and monitor mechanical project budgets, costs, labour resources and overall delivery performance.
• Develop and implement construction strategies, installation sequences, work programmes and resource plans to ensure the timely delivery of mechanical packages.
• Oversee day-to-day mechanical construction activities, coordinating site teams, mechanical subcontractors and specialist contractors.
• Manage mechanical subcontractor performance, including manpower planning, progress tracking, coordination meetings and compliance with contractual and project requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective reporting, documentation and scheduling procedures to monitor mechanical construction progress and package performance.
• Review mechanical construction drawings, technical specifications, equipment schedules, material submittals and project documentation, identifying potential discrepancies and coordinating appropriate technical resolutions.
• Oversee the coordination and installation of mechanical infrastructure, including HVAC systems, chilled water distribution, pipework, cooling equipment and associated building services.
• Coordinate the installation of critical cooling infrastructure, including chillers, pumps, heat exchangers, air handling equipment and associated mechanical systems, as applicable to the project scope.
• Oversee the coordination of mechanical plant rooms, equipment installation, piping networks and associated infrastructure, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications and installation methodologies.




• Coordinate mechanical installations with fire protection, water supply, drainage and other building services systems, as applicable to the project requirements.
• Promote and monitor Health, Safety and Environmental compliance, working closely with the EHS team to maintain a strong safety culture across all mechanical construction activities.
• Ensure mechanical subcontractor documentation, including method statements, risk assessments and safety documentation, is maintained and aligned with project requirements.
• Work closely with QA/QC teams to ensure the implementation of project quality procedures, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), inspection requirements and approved mechanical installation standards.
• Monitor mechanical inspections, snagging activities, non-conformities and the timely closure of outstanding works.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Quantity Surveying teams to monitor costs, evaluate variations and support the commercial management of mechanical packages.
• Maintain effective communication with the client and project stakeholders, providing regular updates on mechanical construction progress, costs, risks and delivery milestones.
• Chair and participate in Site Meetings, Engineering Reviews, Planning Meetings, Subcontractor Coordination Meetings and Handover Meetings.
• Proactively identify and resolve technical, design and construction coordination issues that may affect programme delivery. Candidate profile We are interested in candidates with:
• A bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in mechanical construction, including proven responsibility for leading mechanical construction activities and managing project teams.
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Lead, Mechanical Construction Manager, Mechanical Package Manager, Senior Mechanical Project Manager or in a comparable mechanical construction leadership role.
• Previous experience delivering large-scale Data Centre, industrial, pharmaceutical, commercial or technically complex construction projects within a General Contractor or contracting environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical construction activities, installation methodologies, sequencing and commissioning interfaces.
• Solid understanding of HVAC systems, chilled water networks, mechanical plant rooms, piping installations and associated building services.
• Experience coordinating critical cooling infrastructure, including chillers, pumps, heat exchangers, air handling equipment and associated mechanical installations, would be highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience managing mechanical subcontractors, construction teams, manpower allocation and installation progress.
• Experience managing mechanical construction budgets, project resources, schedules and delivery performance.
• Strong understanding of construction planning,



programme management and coordination between different project disciplines.
• Ability to review mechanical drawings, technical specifications, construction documentation and technical submittals, identifying potential issues and coordinating effective solutions.
• Experience working closely with Project Management, Engineering, Commercial, EHS and QA/QC teams.
• Good understanding of mechanical interfaces with Electrical, Civil, Structural and Architectural construction activities.
• Familiarity with mechanical QA/QC processes, Inspection and Test Plans, inspections, snagging, testing, commissioning preparation and handover requirements.
• Experience coordinating mechanical completion activities, including pressure testing, flushing, pre-commissioning checks and preparation for system commissioning.
• Strong leadership, organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple construction priorities while maintaining a clear focus on safety, quality, cost and programme objectives.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken, to communicate effectively within an international project environment.
• Availability to work on-site in Bertonico, in the province of Lodi. Previous experience on Data Centre or mission-critical construction projects is highly desirable. What is offered
• Direct full-time employment with the client.
• Gross annual

salary:
€85,000–€105,000, depending on the candidate's experience, qualifications, technical expertise and previous responsibility for mechanical construction delivery on large-scale projects (subject to client budget confirmation).
• A key leadership role in the delivery of a major Data Centre construction project.
• Responsibility for the delivery of complex mechanical construction packages within a large-scale mission-critical development.
• Involvement throughout the mechanical construction cycle, from design coordination and installation planning through execution, testing, commissioning support and handover.
• The opportunity to work on a technically complex, large-scale construction project within the rapidly growing Data Centre sector.
• Daily collaboration with international engineering, construction, commercial and project management teams.
• Long-term professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A dynamic, international and collaborative working environment. Position details Position: Mechanical Lead

Location:
Bertonico, Lodi, Italy Salary range: €85,000–€105,000 gross annually, depending on experience, qualifications and previous responsibility for mechanical construction delivery (subject to client confirmation). Workplace type: On-site Employment type: Full-time Contract: Direct employment with the client Interested candidates are invited to apply directly via LinkedIn. Every application will be reviewed confidentially by PeoItaly. Equal Opportunity Statement This position is open to qualified candidates of all genders and backgrounds in accordance with applicable anti-discrimination legislation. Privacy Personal data will be processed for recruitment and selection purposes in accordance with the GDPR and applicable privacy legislation. Further information about the processing of personal data will be made available during the application process.

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