Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer (MEP - Data Centre Construction)

About the role

Turner & Townsend is hiring an ambitious, self-starting Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer to support its client on a data centre construction project. The role covers core project coordination, overseeing mechanical and electrical work on site and helping the client project manager deliver the project on schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day mechanical and electrical work on project sites, ensuring designs are translated into reality.
• Assist the client project managers in implementing project specifications and prepare monthly financial updates and forecasts.
• Prioritise input from internal stakeholders and drive to meet scheduled timelines.
• Facilitate page-turn reviews and capture comments with action items for the internal team.
• Work closely with Operations where applicable, with awareness of the importance of mission-critical facility operation.
• Mechanical: manage setup, testing and start-up of HVAC, piping, chillers, cooling towers, pumps and firefighting systems; monitor progress, manage timelines and budgets, and report project status.
• Ensure mechanical installations meet specified standards, technical drawings and safety regulations.
• Electrical: review designs and specifications, support construction and commissioning, ensure compliance with standards and codes, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Project Engineer assisting or supervising construction projects.
• Experience in mechanical and electrical systems in construction.
• Experience with critical power systems preferred.
• Proven leadership experience and ability to collaborate across internal and external teams.

Required skills

• Good with numbers and technology.
• Web-based data platforms; MS Office skills essential.
• Strong written, verbal and analytical skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively.