Mechanical Package Manager

📍Vennesla, Norway

Join Us in Delivering World-Class Data Centre Projects

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Manager to join our growing project team in Vennesla, Norway. Reporting to the Project Director, you will oversee the day-to-day execution of mechanical works on site, ensuring installations are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering a major data centre project, working alongside experienced construction professionals and multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

The Role

As Mechanical Site Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and supervising mechanical construction activities on site, including HVAC, chilled-water systems, piping, plumbing and associated mechanical installations.

You will work closely with subcontractors, supervisors, engineers and other disciplines to manage daily site operations, monitor progress, resolve construction challenges and ensure mechanical systems are ready for testing, commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

Site Management & Construction Delivery

• Oversee day-to-day mechanical construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and according to the project programme.

• Supervise the installation of HVAC, chilled-water systems, piping, plumbing and other mechanical services.

• Monitor site progress, productivity, resources and construction milestones.

• Identify potential delays and implement corrective actions to maintain progress.

• Ensure site activities follow approved drawings, method statements and project specifications.

Team & Subcontractor Coordination

• Manage and coordinate mechanical subcontractors, supervisors and site teams.

• Conduct regular site meetings and coordinate daily and weekly work schedules.

• Monitor subcontractor performance, manpower allocation and installation productivity.

• Coordinate mechanical activities with electrical, CSA and commissioning teams to avoid clashes and delays.

• Maintain effective communication between site teams, engineering and project management.

Quality & Compliance

• Monitor installation quality and ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings and relevant regulations.

• Coordinate site inspections, quality checks and the resolution of defects and outstanding works.

• Work closely with QA/QC teams to ensure inspection and testing requirements are met.

• Support the preparation of mechanical systems for testing, commissioning and handover.

Technical & Site Coordination

• Identify and resolve technical and installation issues in collaboration with engineering teams.

• Review construction drawings and coordinate design changes during site execution.

• Ensure materials, equipment and resources are available to support planned activities.

• Participate in site coordination meetings and provide regular progress updates to project management.

Health & Safety

• Promote a strong safety culture across all mechanical construction activities.

• Ensure subcontractors comply with site HSE procedures, risk assessments and method statements.

• Participate in safety inspections, toolbox talks and site walks.

• Identify unsafe practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.

About You

Qualifications

• Degree or technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services or a related discipline.

• Relevant practical experience in mechanical construction management will also be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical construction, including site supervision or management responsibilities.

• Proven experience coordinating mechanical subcontractors and installation teams on large-scale construction or industrial projects.

• Experience in data centres, pharmaceutical facilities, industrial plants, energy infrastructure or other technically demanding environments is highly desirable.

• Experience supporting mechanical completion, testing and commissioning is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled-water systems, piping, plumbing and mechanical installations.

• Good understanding of construction sequencing, site coordination and installation methods.

• Familiarity with construction drawings, technical specifications, quality inspections and HSE requirements.

• Ability to monitor construction progress, identify potential issues and implement practical solutions.

• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, proactive approach to site management.

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.

• Confident communicator who can coordinate subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.

• Ability to prioritise activities and make decisions in a fast-paced construction environment.

• Strong commitment to safety, quality and successful project delivery.

Why Join CTS?

• Work on a major data centre development in Norway.

• Be part of a growing international organisation with ambitious expansion plans.

• Collaborate with experienced construction, engineering and commissioning professionals.

• Gain exposure to technically challenging mission-critical infrastructure projects.

• Enjoy career development opportunities within a dynamic and supportive environment.