Degree in Engineering (Mechanical) — non-negotiable.
Professional registration preferred.
IT / ICT or any business related qualification will be an advantage.
Minimum 5 years' mechanical implement experience, involving medium to large scale and complex projects (experience with data centre, mission critical and industrial projects preferred).
Minimum 2 large scale (no less than 1 megawatt) Data Center projects implement experience.
In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems for the construction of buildings, including: Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems integration such as: Chilled water systems, DX systems, AHU systems, Ventilation systems.
Fire systems integration such as: Fire suppression systems, Automatic fire alarm systems, Fire water systems, Fire foam systems, Water leak detection systems.
Plumbing and Drainage systems integration such as: Internal plumbing systems, Internal drainage systems.
General: Heat load calculations, pressure drop calculations, equipment selections etc.
Complex services co-ordination.
Possess a strong awareness of current and emerging industry standards including Uptime Institute, TIA 942 and local standards as well as vendors and technologies as they relate to Data Center facilities.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, Revit and industry standard mechanical modelling software.
Working experience with other MEP engineering consultants.
Vendor and consultant management skills.
Ability and willingness to think outside of the box to find innovative solutions prior to and during the construction process to reduce costs without negative impacts on quality or reliability.
Proficiency in building codes, regulations, and standards across the Southern Africa region.
International project and program experience.
Excellent communication skills capability, attention to detail, and high quality standards.
Ability to effectively communicate design standards to internal and external project partners.
Ability to manage multiple fast paced projects simultaneously and good project management capability.
Ability to travel internationally.
Other Competencies / Attributes
Effective communications skills.
Persuasive and good presentation skills.
Proven ability to work in teams.
Must be able to work in a structured manner.
Strong consulting skills with excellent commercial awareness.
Advanced interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven conflict and issue management skills.
Goal-oriented analysis and research skills and a professional ability to output analysis report in terms of specific ICT fields.
Experience of working with ICT fields enterprise or organization with varying levels of marketing understanding in different cultures.
Experience of working with audiences with varying levels of technical understanding in different cultures.
Team-oriented leadership and management skills and a professional attitude towards colleagues and clients.
Must be presentable, articulate, reliable, committed and resilient.
Work on multiple data center construction projects and capital improvement projects simultaneously.
Motivated, dependable and capable of working with limited oversight.
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