Building Services Coordinator

Cook Brothers Construction; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a proactive Building Services Coordinator to support project teams in delivering high-quality building services. The role involves managing communication, overseeing service design, and ensuring project specifications are met. Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering qualifications and experience in commercial construction projects. Join a dynamic team committed to quality and innovation in the construction industry.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Health insurance

Career and personal development

Positive work/life balance

Inclusive and supportive team environment

Access to exciting and diverse projects

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Building Services Coordinator or in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and fire service installation.
• Background in medium to large scale commercial construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents and advise the pre-construction team.
• Manage RFIs, lead services meetings, and conduct site inspections.
• Act as the key liaison between project teams and Trade Partners.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Hydraulic Engineering

Job description

Are you ready to be a driving force behind exceptional building services? As we continue to expand, we're searching for a proactive Building Services Coordinator to join our Christchurch team. In this pivotal role, you'll support our Project Teams, ensuring that building services are delivered to the highest standard—on time and in line with the specifications.

You’ll be right at the heart of our projects, working alongside tendering and project teams to capture scope, challenge designs, and champion best practices on site. Your expertise will help shape the success of each build, turning plans into reality with precision and excellence.

We're looking for someone dynamic and committed—someone who thrives on pushing boundaries, driving quality, and bringing out the best in every project. If you're a team player with a flexible mindset and a passion for top-tier construction, we want to hear from you.

Be part of something bigger. Build with us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review tender documents and advise the pre-construction team on scope and completeness, in collaboration with Trade Partners and consultants.
• Oversee service design elements to ensure alignment with the project brief.
• Manage RFIs, lead services meetings, conduct site inspections, and produce internal reports.
• Act as the key liaison between project teams, Trade Partners, and consultants, ensuring effective communication and issue resolution.
• Review shop drawings to identify constructability issues and value engineering opportunities.
• Develop and manage commissioning plans for seamless project closeout.
• Coordinate BIM requirements to support on-site project delivery.
• Uphold health and safety standards while ensuring timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality project outcomes.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience as a Building Services Coordinator or in a similar role
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Hydraulic Engineering
• Hands on experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and fire service installation
• Background in medium to large scale commercial construction projects
• Proficient with technical documentation and document control
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

About Us:

Beginning in Dunedin, Cook Brothers Construction has experienced significant growth over the past nineteen years. Today, we proudly serve the Southern Lakes, Wānaka, Canterbury, Otago, and Auckland regions.

We believe in celebrating our achievements, recognising the hard work and dedication that have driven our success. Our team and our projects stand as a testament to this commitment.

Our approach is to inspire rather than manage. We trust our teams to make the best decisions for Cook Brothers Construction, granting them the freedom to act in the company's best interest.

Our pursuit of innovation, quality, client satisfaction, sustainability, and health and safety drives us to be a national leader in the construction industry. We believe our team is the cornerstone of this ambition.

If you’re eager to be a part of this journey, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

• Flexible working options
• Health insurance
• Career and personal development highly encouraged and supported
• A positive work/life balance
• Inclusive and supportive team environment
• Access to exciting and diverse projects
• Competitive salary package, including a laptop and phone

Please note, we are not accepting applications from external recruitment agencies for this role.