Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical-269254
Build the infrastructure powering AI, cloud and Australia's digital futureThe demand for AI, cloud computing and digital infrastructure is accelerating, and Australia has become one of the world's fastest-growing data centre markets. At UGL, in partnership with CPB Contractors, we're delivering some of the nation's most significant hyperscale and mission-critical projects and we're looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical to join our growing Data Centres team.This is an opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of complex, high-profile data centre developments while building a long-term career within one of the industry's strongest integrated delivery platformsWhy Join UGL?What sets us apart is our integrated UGL + CPB Contractors delivery model. By combining UGL's expertise in engineering, commissioning and infrastructure services with CPB Contractors' market-leading construction capability, we deliver seamless end-to-end solutions across the entire project lifecycle. Together, we are backed by the global strength of ACS Group, one of the world's leading infrastructure and data centre construction organisations.As a Senior Project Engineer, you'll gain exposure to design, procurement, construction, commissioning and client interfaces, providing broader project experience and greater influence over project outcomes than traditional delivery models.The OpportunityReporting to the MEP Construction Manager, you will take ownership of critical mechanical packages across major hyperscale data centre projects, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality delivery from design through to commissioning and handover. Drawing on your technical expertise and project delivery experience, you will work closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal delivery teams to achieve successful project outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the delivery of mechanical services packages from design and procurement through construction, commissioning and handover.Manage and coordinate mechanical subcontractors to achieve safety, quality, commercial and programme objectives.Drive technical coordination of HVAC systems, chilled water networks, critical cooling infrastructure and mechanical plant.Coordinate interfaces across mechanical, electrical, controls, ICT, BMS, fire and commissioning disciplines.Review designs, identify constructability opportunities and mitigate project risks.Monitor project performance and contribute to schedule, cost, quality and reporting outcomes.Support procurement, cost management and contract administration activities.Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and project stakeholders.You'll BringDegree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.Proven experience as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer delivering mechanical services packages on major construction, infrastructure or mission-critical projects.Strong understanding of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, critical cooling infrastructure and mechanical building services.Experience supporting data centres, healthcare, defence, transport, industrial or other complex commercial building projects.Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing multiple stakeholder interfaces.Strong communication, planning, commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.Career Growth & Long-Term PipelineThis is more than a project role.Australia's continued investment in AI infrastructure, cloud services and digital connectivity is driving an unprecedented pipeline of hyperscale data centre developments. As part of our growing Data Centres business, you'll gain exposure to a long-term portfolio of projects and career opportunities across UGL, CPB Contractors and the broader ACS Group.You'll benefit from:Landmark hyperscale data centre projects.A strong pipeline of future work and long-term job security.Career progression into Package Lead, Services Manager and Project Management roles.Access to global expertise and international project networks.Leadership development and internal mobility opportunities.The opportunity to help deliver the infrastructure powering Australia's digital and AI-driven future.Next StepsIf you're looking to accelerate your career and deliver some of Australia's most significant mission-critical infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.As part of the recruitment process, checks may be conducted including right to work verification, reference checks, medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing, and criminal history checks where relevant to the role
: Project Management
: Australia-VIC-Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs
: Full-time
UGL is CIMIC Group's specialist end-to-end engineering, services and operations provider. We have a rich history dating back to 1899 and since then we have grown to be a market leader in many of the sectors in which we operate.
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