Mechanical Construction Manager

Mechanical Construction Manager Location: Norway Employment Type: Permanent / Contract Working Arrangement: Site-based / Rotation Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 per annum, depending on experience About the Role We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to join a major data centre project in Norway. This is a senior site-based position responsible for overseeing mechanical construction delivery through the main contractor, with a strong focus on subcontractor management, programme, progress, quality, safety and coordination. This is not a traditional hands-on Mechanical Supervisor position. You will be responsible for managing and coordinating subcontractor teams and their site supervision, ensuring mechanical works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with the project programme and specifications. Key Responsibilities • Manage and coordinate mechanical subcontractors and their site supervision teams. • Oversee day-to-day mechanical construction activities across the project. • Monitor subcontractor progress against the construction programme and key milestones. • Ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards. • Coordinate mechanical activities with electrical, CSA, commissioning and other project disciplines. • Review construction programmes, method statements, RAMS and technical documentation. • Identify construction risks, delays and issues and drive appropriate corrective actions. • Lead regular progress and coordination meetings with subcontractors and project stakeholders. • Monitor manpower, productivity, materials and resources to ensure efficient project delivery. • Ensure subcontractors comply with project specifications, quality requirements and HSE standards. • Work closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, engineers, commissioning teams and client representatives. • Support inspection, testing, commissioning, snagging and final handover activities. • Maintain accurate records of progress, issues, quality and construction activities. • Provide regular updates on project progress, risks and performance. • Ensure effective communication between the main contractor and all mechanical subcontractors. Requirements • Proven experience in a Mechanical Construction Manager, Mechanical Package Manager, MEP Manager, Site Manager or similar senior construction role. • Strong experience managing mechanical subcontractors and their supervisory teams. • Previous experience working for a main contractor / general contractor or major MEP contractor. • Experience delivering large-scale construction projects, ideally data centres, mission-critical facilities or other complex infrastructure projects. • Strong understanding of mechanical construction delivery, programme and project coordination. • Experience working with multiple subcontractors and managing interfaces between trades. • Strong understanding of construction quality, HSE and compliance requirements. • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction documentation. • Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, international project environment. • Willingness to work on a site-based rotational basis in Norway. • EU/EEA work rights or appropriate eligibility to work in Norway. Desirable Experience • Data centre / hyperscale / mission-critical project experience. • HVAC, chilled water, cooling, pipework or other large-scale mechanical systems. • Testing and commissioning experience. • Experience working on projects with significant MEP subcontractor packages. • Previous international construction experience.