MEP Project Manager - Data Centres

Description

The company advises clients across the data centre sector worldwide and is growing that business.

This MEP Project Manager role sits in the data centre team and is based in Norway.

You would run quality assurance and quality control across several construction contractors, checking that the work, materials and products meet the required industrial standards.

With a large client base, the company gives you a route to lead strategic commissions and high-profile projects.

The company has over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries and works across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources.

Its services cover programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital work.

The company is majority owned by the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with partners holding a significant minority stake.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate MEP design and construction work on data centre projects so they stay aligned with project goals and client needs.
• Set up and manage schedules, budgets and resources so projects finish on time and within cost.
• Work with architects, engineers and contractors to solve technical problems and improve how MEP systems perform.
• Visit sites regularly to track progress, check quality and confirm safety standards are met.
• Spot project risks early and put practical measures in place to handle them.
• Make sure work meets local building codes, regulations and industry standards for data centre construction.
• Oversee commissioning and testing of MEP systems to secure strong performance and energy efficiency.
• Write detailed project reports, including progress updates and financial forecasts, and present them to senior management and stakeholders.
• Apply and maintain good practice for sustainable, energy-efficient data centre design and construction.

Requirements

• Hold a degree in mechanical, electrical or civil engineering.
• Have several years of MEP project management experience, gained in data centres or a similar technical setting.
• Know MEP systems, data centre or comparable infrastructure, energy efficiency strategies and high-voltage electrical substations.
• Be proficient with project management software.
• Understand building regulations that apply to construction projects.
• Be strong at budget management, risk assessment and problem solving.
• Lead diverse teams and stakeholders, with strong leadership and communication skills.
• Work well on your own and take initiative.
• Manage several projects at the same time and decide which activities take priority.
• Be available to work on site.

Conditions

The role is based in Norway and requires on-site work.

The company promotes a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.