Mechanical & Electrical (Graduate)

Cairn Homes PLC; Ireland; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance related bonus

Pension scheme with matching contributions

Full health insurance

Annual salary review

Continuous professional development funding

Paid maternity & paternity leave

Life assurance

Income protection

Job summary

A construction company in Ireland seeks a graduate for a Mechanical and Electrical role in their team. The selected candidate will monitor installation quality, support construction management, and work with M&E sub-contractors on-site. They should have further education in a relevant field and an interest in energy management trends. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing the company's commitment to value and innovation.

Qualifications

• Interest in energy management and emerging trends in residential building services.
• Willingness to travel between sites across greater Dublin.
• Ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets.

Responsibilities

• Monitor installation quality for M&E systems on residential projects.
• Support site construction teams with onsite problem solving.
• Coordinate with design teams and M&E sub-contractors.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Further education in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services

Job description

Cairn Homes is looking for a graduate to join our Mechanical and Electrical team, on‑site in one of our many locations. This will be an 18‑month FTC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuous monitoring of the installation quality for M&E systems on residential projects, from initial coordination to final commissioning and handover
• Support the site construction management teams in leading the coordination of M&E systems and assist with onsite problem solving, if and when issues arise
• Coordinate with project design teams as required for M&E system interfaces with architectural and structural elements
• Working with M&E sub‑contractors onsite, ensuring programme and quality expectations are achieved
• Liaise with Public Utility providers, local authorities, and design teams to ensure timely delivery of electricity, public lighting, gas, water and telecommunications services to new developments, acting as a point of contact for the respective sites
• Anticipate the requirement for modification of existing site services and expedite mains service diversions in conjunction with the Utility Providers
• Supplement the company’s innovation and value engineering processes in consideration and implementation of best‑in‑class mechanical / electrical systems and products
• Management of the Temporary Electric / water systems

The Candidate

• Further education in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services
• Interest in energy management and emerging trends in residential building services, design, and construction
• Team player, organised, self‑motivated and ability to work on own initiative
• Strong relationship builder, communication and collaboration skills required
• Focus on deadlines and commitment to programme delivery
• Willingness to travel between sites across greater Dublin and a full driving licence
• Strong problem solving and attention to detail orientation
• An ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets
• The ability to work independently using their own initiative in an organised manner but also be a strong team player

Working with Cairn Homes

At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.

We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits in Cairn which include

• Competitive salary
• Performance related bonus
• Pension scheme with matching contributions
• Full health insurance with Irish Life health
• Annual salary review
• Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Free Cairn annual leave days
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
• Tax saver - travel and bike to work
• Culture Committee
• Talent Development Programmes
• Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)

The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.At Cairn, it is not what we build, it is why we build. It is about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential.

Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.