Project Manager

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned Project Manager to lead the end-to-end execution of large mechanical and plumbing projects. This role requires oversight from initial planning and procurement phases through installation, commissioning, and final handover, ensuring deliveries are safe, timely, cost-effective, and meet top quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery in alignment with contractual promises.
• Create and manage detailed project execution plans, schedules, and milestones.
• Coordinate labor, material supply, subcontractor engagement, and resources to fulfill project targets.
• Track project progress through KPIs, schedules, and reporting mechanisms.
• Manage budgets, cash flows, cost control, and monitor project profitability and risk factors.
• Collaborate with commercial teams on change orders, variations, and subcontractor accounts.
• Work with procurement teams to plan procurement timelines and manage long-lead items ensuring timely delivery.
• Ensure supplier and subcontractors comply with project specs and technical needs.
• Interface with clients, consultants, design teams, and subcontractors to coordinate technical and design aspects and resolve design conflicts.
• Ensure adherence to German building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Lead and motivate site management and subcontractor teams, overseeing installations, logistics, manufacture off-site, and quality inspections.
• Maintain program performance with regular planning and progress meetings.
• Implement health, safety, and environmental policies, carrying out risk assessments, and fostering a strong safety culture.
• Apply QA/QC procedures to guarantee high-quality project outcomes.
• Serve as primary client liaison, chair progress meetings, deliver reports, manage expectations, and proactively address issues.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including RFIs, technical submissions, and progress reports to ensure smooth project closeout and handover.
• Plan and manage commissioning and testing phases, coordinate snagging and defect resolution, and prepare O&M manuals and as-built documentation for handover.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or certification in Project Management, Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience managing sizeable mechanical and plumbing projects; data center project experience is beneficial.
• Expertise in project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and commercial oversight.
• Capability to lead diverse site teams and subcontractors effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of German construction regulations, health and safety laws, and quality standards.
• Familiarity with Brugg piping systems is an added advantage.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office; experience with Primavera is preferable.
• Understanding of Lean Construction principles and contemporary project delivery techniques.