Head of Mechanical Engineering (HVAC) - Data Centre Division

Overview

PM Group is a leading international project delivery firm, trusted by global clients to design, build, and deliver complex, high-performance facilities. Within our rapidly growing Data Centre sector, we are shaping scalable, sustainable, and future-ready infrastructure across Europe.

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Head of Mechanical Engineering (HVAC) to lead the development of high-performance, resilient, and innovative cooling and ventilation solutions across our growing European data centre portfolio.

This is a senior leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence, people leadership, and client engagement - shaping both engineering solutions and the teams that deliver them.

Responsibilities

As a key member of our design leadership team, you will:

• Define and lead the mechanical engineering strategy across multiple high-value projects
• Develop and deliver cutting-edge HVAC and thermal management solutions for mission-critical environments
• Build and grow a high-performing, multi-location engineering team
• Act as a trusted advisor to major clients, influencing design direction at the highest level
• Drive innovation in areas such as high-density cooling, sustainability, and modular design

You will play a central role in both engineering delivery and team development, including:

• Leading the design and optimisation of HVAC systems for complex data centre environments
• Providing hands-on technical leadership on critical and high-risk projects
• Developing scalable, efficient, and future-ready engineering solutions
• Mentoring and inspiring engineers, building a culture of collaboration and technical excellence
• Supporting client engagement, technical workshops, and strategic design discussions
• Contributing to business growth, bids, and capability development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mechanical (HVAC) design within data centres or mission-critical environments
• Strong understanding of cooling strategies, thermal management, and system resilience
• A passion for developing people and building high-performing teams
• The ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear, practical, and engaging way
• Experience working with major clients and multidisciplinary delivery teams
• A commercially aware mindset with an ability to balance performance, risk, and value

Key Attributes:

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered status (or equivalent) preferred
• Passion for technical excellence, leadership, and delivery at scale
• Collaboration across teams, regions, and cultures