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John Sisk & Son

Builds data centers and infrastructure in Europe

Mechanical Project Manager

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCopenhagen, DenmarkNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A trade qualification and/or relevant third-level engineering or technical qualification is required.
  • A minimum of 5 years of project management experience delivering medium-to-large mechanical installation projects is required; 8 or more years is preferred for senior roles.
  • Strong practical understanding of mechanical systems and good working knowledge of electrical interfaces on site are required.
  • Experience with integrated design-and-build delivery models is required.
  • Experience handling workforce relations and site labour issues is required.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of site health and safety practices and statutory compliance is required.
  • Proficiency with scheduling tools, project reporting systems, and standard office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, is required.
  • Clear, concise communication skills to lead meetings, write reports, and liaise with clients and stakeholders are required.
  • The ability to meet tight deadlines and drive large-scale site programmes to completion is required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage design review, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of mechanical systems and enclosures for assigned projects.
  • Oversee interfaces between mechanical and electrical scopes, and review designs with engineering and client teams to ensure constructability and alignment with site works.
  • Coordinate daily site activities, resolve site issues, deploy labour and plant efficiently, and maintain site productivity.
  • Develop and maintain the site programme in line with the project plan, engineering milestones, and client requirements; monitor the critical path and reallocate resources to meet targets.
  • Control costs for the assigned scope, including mechanical and applicable internal electrical teams, subcontractors, materials, plant and equipment, variations, and valuations; issue weekly cost reports.
  • Coordinate with the Project Manager, Operations Manager, and EHS lead to create, maintain, and close the project safety file; ensure statutory compliance and promote QHSE practices.
  • Set up, maintain, and close site QA documentation with the QA lead; enforce quality standards across teams and subcontractors.
  • Manage subcontractor activities, track progress and manpower, chair and minute weekly coordination meetings, and ensure subcontractor documentation, including safety documentation, is current and filed.
  • Produce internal weekly roll-ups covering WBS completion, risks, and KPIs, and external weekly progress reports to the Project Manager covering delays, design shortages, third-party hold-ups, and completion; maintain a weekly photographic diary and track material deliveries.
  • Submit direct labour and subcontractor hours to the time administrator for central tracking.
  • Liaise with the client team and attend site meetings, internal project reviews, engineering reviews, planning and coordination meetings, and handover meetings.
  • Manage changes for cost and programme, and prepare valuations and variation documentation.
  • Deliver the final account, O&M manuals, completed punch list, safety and QA files, material and plant relocations, and final project documentation with the project team.
  • Perform additional tasks required to ensure successful project delivery.

Desired Qualifications

  • The ability to manage and motivate multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors is desirable.
  • Strong attention to detail, pride in the quality and presentation of work, and strong organisational skills are desirable.
  • The ability to manage competing priorities on live sites under pressure is desirable.
  • Spanish and English communication skills are advantageous.
  • Strong cost control, valuation, and variation management capability is desirable.
  • A proactive, pragmatic approach to resolving site and design issues is desirable.

About the Company

John Sisk & Son

Builds data centers and infrastructure in Europe

John Sisk & Son builds commercial buildings and infrastructure for clients across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe, including data centers, laboratories and transport projects. It earns revenue from construction and engineering contracts, covering early planning, construction and interior fit-out as well as ongoing maintenance. Its VisionBuilt business designs, manufactures and installs steel frames offsite, while its specialist rail businesses maintain networks and handle electrification. Sisk also runs an internal design consultancy and carries out building remediation, retrofits and refurbishment. Founded in Cork in 1859, it is headquartered at Citywest in Dublin.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Dublin 24, Ireland
Founded
1859

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