MEP Project Manager - Data Centres

About the role

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, is recruiting an MEP Project Manager for its Data Centre team in Norway. The company is a leader in professional services to the data centre sector globally and describes itself as a leader in programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, procurement and supply chain, and net zero and digital solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and conduct quality assurance and quality control activities for multiple construction contractors, overseeing industrial processes, materials and products.
• Oversee and coordinate MEP design and construction activities for data centre projects, aligned with project goals and client requirements.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets and resource allocation for timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and contractors to resolve technical issues and optimise MEP system performance.
• Visit sites regularly to monitor progress, quality control and compliance with safety standards.
• Analyse and mitigate project risks and implement proactive solutions.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, regulations and industry standards for data centre construction.
• Oversee commissioning and testing of MEP systems, ensuring optimal performance and energy efficiency.
• Prepare and present project reports, including progress updates and financial forecasts, to senior management and stakeholders.
• Implement and maintain best practices for sustainable and energy-efficient data centre design and construction.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering with several years of experience in MEP project management, preferably in a data centre or similar technical environment.
• Knowledge of MEP systems, data centre infrastructure, energy efficiency strategies and high-voltage electrical substations.
• Understanding of building regulations related to construction projects.
• Excellent budget management, risk assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, able to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, able to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Availability for on-site work.