Chargé d’affaires Mécanique

Location: France (flexible – North / project-based)

Scope: France & International Projects

This role is not purely technical – it combines business, project ownership, and site leadership.

Position Summary

The Mechanical Chargé d’Affaires is responsible for the full lifecycle of industrial mechanical projects , from tendering and costing to execution and delivery.

The role combines:

• technical expertise
• commercial responsibility
• project management

You will act as a key interface between client, engineering, and site teams , ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tendering & Technical Evaluation

• Analyse client requirements, specifications, and technical documentation
• Define the most appropriate mechanical solutions and methodologies
• manpower
• equipment and tooling
• materials
• logistics
• prepare accurate costing (chiffrage) and timelines
• develop and present technical & commercial offers

2. Commercial & Contract Management

• Participate in client negotiations (technical and financial aspects)
• Identify risks and opportunities within projects
• Manage variations (extra works / change orders) and ensure client validation

3. Project Management (End-to-End)

• Manage projects from kick-off to completion
• Plan and coordinate site activities
• Lead and supervise:
• internal teams
• subcontractors
• Ensure alignment with project scope, deadlines, and budget

4. Site & Operational Coordination

• Organise site setup and resource allocation
• Ensure smooth execution of:
• mechanical installation
• assembly / dismantling
• relocation of industrial equipment
• Work closely with logistics, procurement, and HR teams

5. Financial & Performance Monitoring

• Track project performance (costs, margins, progress)
• Ensure proper invoicing and cash collection
• Implement corrective actions in case of deviations
• Provide regular reporting to management and clients
• Ensure proper project handover and documentation
• Conduct post-project analysis (RETEX)
• Identify lessons learned and improvement actions

7. QHSE Compliance

• Ensure compliance with:
• safety regulations
• internal procedures
• client requirements
• Participate in risk assessments and audits

Required Profile

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical field

Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in:
• mechanical installation / relocation / maintenance
• project management
• site coordination
• exposure to international projects is a strong advantage

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
• mechanical systems
• piping / structural / machinery installation (depending on projects)
• ability to read technical drawings and specifications
• experience with costing and budgeting
• familiarity with project tools / CAD is a plus

Soft Skills

• Strong ownership mindset
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, site-driven environment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Client-oriented approach

Languages

• English: Professional level (mandatory)
• French: Professional level (mandatory for France-based roles)

Mobility

• Willingness to travel frequently across Europe
• Availability for long-term site assignments

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on large-scale international industrial projects
• Dynamic and multicultural environment
• Career development within a growing organisation