Building Services Engineer

Tangram; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a detail-oriented Building Services Coordinator to enhance project delivery. You'll coordinate HVAC and building services for major projects across key regions, ensuring high quality and safety. If you have a Mechanical Engineering background and are ready to make a significant impact, apply now!

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for career and personal development

Inclusive and supportive team environment

Opportunities on iconic NZ projects

Award-winning culture celebrating success and innovation

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale commercial construction.
• Knowledge of HVAC, fire, and electrical systems required.
• Strong understanding of NZ standards, the Building Act.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HVAC & critical building services from pre-tender to project completion.
• Promote quality, safety, innovation, and Zero Harm principles.
• Lead with passion, integrity, and boldness ensuring project success.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Tech-savvy

Education

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Competitive salary package, including a laptop and phone

Ready to join a team that's transforming the construction industry? We're not just building structures — we're building a legacy. We are searching for a driven, detail-savvy, and collaborative Building Services Coordinator to help us excel in project delivery!

The Role:

As our new Building Services Engineer, you'll be at the core of our operations, supporting the delivery of high-quality HVAC and building services across major commercial projects. Working alongside the Services Manager, you'll coordinate fire, electrical, and mechanical systems to ensure buildings operate flawlessly.

This role covers our key regions: Christchurch, Otago, Southern Lakes, and Auckland, offering a unique opportunity to contribute across diverse landscapes and flagship projects.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver HVAC & critical building services from pre-tender to project completion
• Assess and advise on service designs during tender stages
• Collaborate with subcontractors, site managers, and consultants
• Promote quality, safety, innovation, and Zero Harm principles
• Program, schedule, and drive results proactively
• Monitor QA, timelines, budgets, and subcontractor performance
• Lead with passion, integrity, and boldness — we do things differently here

Who You Are:

You're a proactive problem-solver with:

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
• Experience in large-scale commercial construction
• Knowledge of HVAC, hydraulics, fire, and electrical systems
• Ability to interpret and challenge drawings
• Tech-savvy (Procore, MS Project, Microsoft Office)
• Strong understanding of NZ standards, the Building Act, and CCA
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and leadership skills
• A collaborative mindset — One Team, One Dream

What We Offer:

• An award-winning culture celebrating success and innovation
• Focus on personal, team, and national growth
• Leadership that leads by example
• Opportunities to work on iconic NZ projects
• Flexible working arrangements
• Support for career and personal development
• An inclusive and supportive team environment
• Access to diverse and exciting projects

Join Us:

If you're ready to be bold, get things done, and shape the future of construction in Aotearoa, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your current CV. Applicants must be based in New Zealand, authorized to work full-time, and pass pre-employment checks.

About VIPeople:

We are a locally owned recruitment company across the North and South Islands, specializing in Civil Engineering, Building and Construction, Manufacturing, Logistics, Sales, Finance, and Office Support. We connect talent with great businesses to ensure mutual success.

Our Values:

We believe in Customer Centricity, Responsibility, Integrity, and Professionalism, fostering unity among our staff, clients, and candidates.

Paving the way in recruitment made for the people.