Mechanical Lead

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Dublin; Vor Ort; EUR 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Pension and benefits

Unlimited learning and development

Zusammenfassung

John Sisk & Son Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Lead for a Europe-based role, based in Dublin. You will lead the mechanical function across HVAC, utilities and process systems, aligning with programme, cost and safety requirements while providing technical guidance to engineers and subcontractors.

The role focuses on delivering compliant, validated systems and coordinating closely with engineering, construction and commissioning teams to ensure smooth handover to the client.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience leading mechanical delivery on Tier 1 or equivalent projects.
• Valid safety training (e.g. CSCS) or equivalent.

Aufgaben

• Lead the mechanical function and oversee delivery of HVAC, utilities, process piping and specialist systems.
• Ensure delivery aligns with programme, cost, safety and quality requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
• Develop and implement strategies for execution planning, resource allocation and performance management.
• Review and approve design documents, submittals and material selections.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, design standards and applicable regulations (GMP, ISO, ASHRAE, CIBSE).
• Oversee FATs, MEP construction, SATs, commissioning and system turnover.
• Support validation and handover activities with accurate documentation and traceability.
• Drive health, safety and environmental policies across all mechanical activities.
• Identify and manage technical and delivery risks; promote continuous improvement.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical systems

Leadership

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Health & Safety

Communication

Ausbildung

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

BMS

BIM

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

We are seeking a Mechancial Lead for a Europe Role, based from Dublin

Reporting to the MEP Lead and working closely with the Project Director and Engineering Management Team. The Mechanical Lead is responsible for the overall delivery of mechanical systems. This role provides technical and managerial leadership, ensuring mechanical works are designed, installed, tested and commissioned in line with project specifications, programme, budget and regulatory requirements.

The Mechanical Lead plays a key role in driving quality, safety and efficiency while ensuring alignment between engineering, construction, commissioning and client expectation.

John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Delivery

• Lead the mechanical function and oversee delivery of all systems including HVAC, utilities, process piping and specialist systems
• Ensure delivery aligns with programme, cost, safety and quality requirements
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers, supervisors and subcontractors
• Develop and implement strategies for execution planning, resource allocation and performance management

Technical and Compliance Oversight

• Review and approve design documents, technical submittals and material selections
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, design standards and applicable regulations (GMP, ISO, ASHRAE, CIBSE)
• Oversee FATs, MEP Construction, SATs, commissioning and system turnover for mechanical scope
• Support validation and handover activities with accurate documentation and traceability

Quality, Safety and Risk Management

• Drive adherence to health, safety and environmental policies across all mechanical activities
• Implement and monitor quality assurance and quality control processes
• Identify and manage technical and delivery risks, implementing mitigation measures where necessary
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and safety leadership

Stakeholder and Team Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for mechanical delivery with clients, consultants and regulatory authorities
• Coordinate closely with electrical, process, civil and architectural teams to ensure project integration
• Lead mechanical coordination meetings and report progress, challenges and opportunities to project leadership

Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve aligned project outcomes

Essential

Experience

• Strong technical expertise in mechanical systems including HVAC, utilities and process installations
• Proven leadership experience delivering mechanical works on large, complex construction or engineering projects
• Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication and team leadership skills with the ability to engage across disciplines
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental standards in construction and engineering
• Familiarity with commissioning, validation and system turnover in regulated sectors

Desirable

• Data Centre Experience
• BMS Experience
• Knowledge of BIM and digital project delivery tools
• Commercial awareness including contract administration and cost management

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or equivalent technical qualification
• Demonstrated experience leading mechanical delivery on Tier 1 or equivalent projects
• Valid Safe Pass and relevant health and safety training (e.g. CSCS or equivalent)

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional membership (e.g. Engineers Ireland, CIBSE, ASHRAE)
• Postgraduate qualification in project management or construction management
• Specialist training in GMP, cleanroom or regulatory compliance relevant to life sciences and technology sectors

Additional Information

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave plus additional company days
• Pension and benefits
• Unlimited learning and development opportunities
• Much more

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland.