Position: Lead - Projects (Mechanical)

Location: Navi Mumbai - Taloja

Function: Data Center Projects

Reporting To: Head - Projects / Project Director

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead - Projects (Mechanical) to drive the execution of mechanical systems for hyperscale and colocation data center projects. The role will be responsible for end-to-end execution, coordination, commissioning support, and timely delivery of all mechanical works including HVAC, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, Piping, Fuel Systems, Fire Protection Systems, and associated infrastructure.

Desired Candidate Profile

- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
- 8-12+ years of experience in project execution of mission-critical facilities.
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in data centers, hyperscale facilities, semiconductor, pharma, airports, or other critical infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems design and execution.
- Experience managing EPC contractors, consultants, and large project teams.
- Proficiency in project management, scheduling, cost control, and stakeholder management.
- Solid leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead execution of mechanical packages for greenfield and brownfield data center projects.
- Manage installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of critical mechanical systems.
- Coordinate with design, MEP, electrical, civil, project controls,



procurement, vendors, and consultants to ensure seamless project execution.
- Ensure adherence to project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Monitor contractor performance, productivity, resource deployment, and progress against milestones.
- Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, shop drawings, method statements, and commissioning procedures.
- Drive project planning, risk identification, mitigation strategies, and change management processes.
- Conduct site inspections, progress reviews, and stakeholder meetings.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, IS Codes, and data center best practices.
- Support integrated system testing (IST), commissioning activities, and operational readiness.
- Prepare project reports, dashboards, and management updates for senior leadership.

Key Systems Exposure

- Chilled Water Systems
- Air-Cooled & Water-Cooled Chillers
- CRAH & CRAC Units
- Cooling Towers
- HVAC & Ventilation Systems
- Fuel Oil Systems
- Fire Suppression & Fire Fighting Systems
- Pumps & Piping Networks
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Thermal Management Infrastructure

Preferred Experience

- Data Center Developers / Operators
- Hyperscale Data Centers
- Mission Critical Facilities
- Industrial Infrastructure Projects
- Large Commercial MEP Projects

📌 Lead - Projects (Mechanical) (Navi Mumbai)
🏢 Adani Enterprises
📍 Navi Mumbai