Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Norway (Must live in Norway)

Salary: NOK 1,328,610.00 per year (Flexible for the right person)

Employment type: Full-time, on-site and travel Norway/Europe

Role summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager with a proven track record delivering multiple data-centre projects (white space MEP, chilled water systems, AHUs, CRAC/CRAH, pump systems, pipework, and containment). You will lead mechanical delivery for new-build and fit-out projects from pre-construction through testing, commissioning and client handover. This is a hands-on, client-facing role requiring strong commercial acumen, excellent stakeholder management, and deep knowledge of mission-critical standards and Norwegian regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead mechanical project delivery for medium to large data-centre projects across Norway (planning, resource allocation, site supervision, contractor management).
• Own project mechanical scope — manage procurement, installation, testing and commissioning of mechanical plant (generators, chillers, pumps, UPS-adjacent cooling, HVAC distribution, containment).
• Produce and control mechanical works programmes, risk registers, and method statements; ensure projects meet programme and budget targets.
• Coordinate cross-discipline interfaces (electrical, civils, connectivity, security) and manage subcontractors and specialist suppliers.
• Maintain quality assurance and hold responsibility for mechanical QA/QC inspections and non-conformance resolution.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental requirements and Norwegian building and electrical/mechanical regulations.
• Prepare regular progress and commercial reports for senior management and clients; manage change control and contractual claims.
• Support commissioning activities and oversee handover, snagging and client acceptance.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote continuous improvement and best practice on site.

Essential experience & qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years’ proven project management experience delivering mechanical works on multiple data-centre or mission-critical projects (preferably including full life-cycle delivery).
• Strong technical background in mechanical engineering / MEP (degree, HND, or equivalent technical qualification).
• Demonstrable experience with HVAC systems for data centres (precision cooling, chilled water/hybrid systems, containment, airflow management).
• Solid knowledge of commissioning procedures and FAT/SAT processes for mechanical plant.
• Experience managing multi-discipline subcontractor packages and complex supplier relationships.
• Fluent in English; Norwegian language skills highly desirable.
• Right to live and work in Norway — candidate must be resident in Norway.
• Valid health & safety/site certifications (or ability to obtain) relevant to Norwegian sites.

Desirable

• Previous exposure to modular data-centre solutions or rapid deployment projects.
• Experience with international project delivery and multi-site coordination in the Nordics.
• Knowledge of data-centre standards and certifications (Uptime Institute tiers, BICSI, ISO).
• Experience working with clients/operators and being the primary on-site technical contact.

Skills & behaviours

• Excellent project planning and commercial control skills (budget/schedule/variations).
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management — comfortable presenting to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Proactive problem solver with high attention to detail and safety focus.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing project priorities.
• Collaborative, team-orientated mindset and a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (see above) with scope for uplift for exceptional candidates.
• Travel allowance / company vehicle or car allowance, where applicable.
• Pension and standard employment benefits per Norwegian law.
• Ongoing technical training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, mission-critical data-centre projects across Norway and Europe.