Mechanical Lead for Frankfurt Data Centre - Germany - 110k - 120k + allowances & package - LJB Recruitment

Job ID: mechanical-lead-frankfurt-data-centrePosted: 2026-03-24Location: -, GermanySalary: GBP 110k - 120k + allowances & packageEmployment Type: PermanentCompany: LJB & CoMechanical LeadOur client is a multi-disciplined main contractor operating across the UK and Europe with a turnover of 750m and sustained annual growth of 5%–7.5%. They deliver large-scale, turnkey projects for blue-chip clients, with a strong focus on data centres and other technology-heavy developments. Due to a recent project win, our client is now seeking an experienced Mechanical Lead to take responsibility for the delivery of the mechanical scope on a major data centre project in Frankfurt, Germany. This is a senior leadership position overseeing complex mechanical packages on a technically demanding, fast-paced scheme.

The Role Reporting to the Project Director / MEP Lead, the Mechanical Lead will have overall responsibility for planning, coordinating, and delivering the mechanical works from design development through installation, commissioning, and handover.

Key responsibilities include: • Leading the delivery of all mechanical systems across the project • Managing mechanical subcontractors and specialist suppliers • Overseeing mechanical design development and technical compliance • Ensuring works are delivered in line with programme, quality, and safety requirements • Coordinating closely with electrical, CSA, and commissioning teams • Managing interfaces, technical queries, and design change • Providing technical input to procurement and commercial teams • Driving progress, resolving issues, and reporting to senior project leadership • Supporting testing, commissioning, and client handover activitiesRequirements • Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline • Extensive experience delivering mechanical packages on large-scale projects • Strong background in data centres, mission-critical, pharma, or highly serviced

environments • Proven leadership experience managing subcontractors and site teams • Excellent technical knowledge of HVAC, cooling, and associated mechanical systems • Strong understanding of health & safety and quality management systems • Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills • Willingness to be site-based in Frankfurt (rotational or expat basis)What’s on Offer • Highly competitive salary • Accommodation provided • Living and travel allowances • Pension and healthcare • Rotational flights • Bonus system • Senior leadership role on a flagship data centre project • Long-term career progression within a rapidly expanding international contractor • Opportunity to work on technically complex, high-value projects for blue-chip clientsThis role presents an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Lead to take ownership of a major mechanical

scope on one of Europe’s most advanced data centre developments