M&E Resident Engineers x 2

Resident Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical)

Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Rate: Approx. €850 per day (all-in)
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract

Overview

We are seeking two technically outstanding Resident Engineers-one Mechanical and one Electrical-to oversee two major data centre projects in Frankfurt.

The design phase is complete, and construction activity is about to accelerate rapidly. This is a key opportunity to join just as the projects move into a critical delivery stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the client’s on-site representative to ensure mechanical or electrical works are delivered to the highest standards.
• Review and interpret complex design drawings and specifications, providing expert guidance to contractors and stakeholders.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with design intent and local regulations.
• Identify and resolve technical issues quickly to keep the programme on track.
• Liaise closely with the General Contractors, design teams, and client PMs to maintain clear communication and documentation.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, or similar role on large-scale data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Deep technical knowledge in your discipline (Mechanical or Electrical) with the ability to interrogate designs and drawings.
• Strong understanding of European/German building codes and data centre standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; confident in challenging contractors where necessary.
• Flexibility to be on-site in Frankfurt Monday to Friday during peak activity (some initial flexibility possible).

Details

• Start: Immediate / as soon as available
• Rate: Circa €800 per day, all-inclusive
• Location: Frankfurt, Germany (on-site presence required during construction phase)
• Duration: Long-term contract aligned with project timeline