Mechanical Engineer

Role Overview

This opportunity is with a medium-sized mechanical contractor that turns over more than €80 million annually. The business delivers a broad range of work, including high-density residential developments such as apartments and housing, hotels, office fit-outs, office buildings, and some industrial projects. Several mixed-use developments are due to begin in Dublin early next year, including schemes in Dublin 8 and Dublin 24. The company works with a limited group of main contractors and regularly secures repeat work directly from developers and main contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Safety Advisor to oversee site safety, including setting up, maintaining, and closing out the safety file as part of the project management team.
• Support Mechanical Package Management in handling site QA, including the preparation, control, and final closeout of QA documentation.
• Coordinate project schedules alongside other trades, package leads, the consulting engineer, and client requirements.
• Assist in managing all package-related costs, including subcontractor costs.
• Oversee material deliveries, goods receipt, plant and equipment, variations, and valuations.
• Take responsibility for the smooth running of all day-to-day site activities.
• Manage subcontractor performance by monitoring programme progress and manpower levels, and ensure weekly subcontractor meetings are held.
• Maintain the in-progress snagging process and return weekly punch lists where needed.
• Pass direct labour hours and subcontractor hours to the time administrator for central tracking.
• Attend site meetings, internal project reviews, engineering reviews, planning and coordination meetings, and handover meetings.
• Drive project closeout activities, including O&M manuals, punch lists, safety files, and QA files, with support from the Mechanical Package Manager.
• Prepare and issue a weekly look-ahead plan to coordinate with other trades.
• Produce an internal weekly progress update.
• Plan and monitor material deliveries so they align with the project programme.
• Keep a weekly photographic record of the project.
• Carry out any other duties connected to the role.

What You Need

• A qualification in mechanical engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong computer literacy, including confident use of Word, Excel, and similar tools.
• A solid track record of coordinating and managing large-scale projects.
• Previous experience with a mechanical contractor in the construction industry.

What You Will Receive

• A competitive salary of up to and above €80,000.
• A company vehicle, mobile phone, and laptop.
• Access to a company pension plan and healthcare scheme.
• A flexible working style.
• Good opportunities for career growth.
• Ongoing support from senior management.
• The chance to develop your career while contributing to leading engineering projects.

Additional Information

This position is based in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland and is a full-time, onsite role. The advertised package references permanent recruitment and temporary worker supply terms. By proceeding, candidates accept the applicable terms, privacy policy, and disclaimers associated with the recruitment process.