Mechanical Site Manager

Dornan; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Engineering Group is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor (Foreman) to lead on a major pharmaceutical project in Ireland. Based in Kinsale, Co.

Cork, you will supervise mechanical installation activities on site, ensuring safety, quality, and on-schedule delivery while coordinating with subcontractors, site management, and client teams. You will review drawings, resolve technical issues, monitor progress, and promote a strong safety culture across the team, with a focus on pharma industry

Qualifications

• Experience as Mechanical Supervisor, Foreman, or Lead Mechanical Fitter on large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of pipework, HVAC and process installations.
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Commitment to health, safety and quality standards.
• Safe Pass and relevant trade qualification or equivalent mechanical background.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervising mechanical trades and subcontractors to ensure safe, on-schedule delivery.
• Coordinating daily site activities and allocating work across mechanical crews.
• Monitoring installation quality and adherence to specs and standards.
• Conducting toolbox talks and safety briefings on site.
• Liaising with Project Managers, Engineers and QA/QC teams.
• Reviewing drawings and resolving technical issues with the project team.
• Tracking progress and reporting on productivity and site activities.
• Ensuring work complies with health, safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical systems knowledge

Communication

Drawing interpretation

Health and safety

Education

Trade qualification

Safe Pass

Job description

Dornan Engineering Group is a leading international engineering contractor delivering high-value projects across Europe, the UK & Ireland. Based in Kinsale, Co. Cork, this is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Mechanical Construction Team as a Mechanical Supervisor (Foreman), supporting the delivery of a major pharmaceutical project.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will oversee mechanical installation activities on site, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while coordinating with subcontractors, site management, and client teams.

Your day will include:

• Supervising mechanical trades and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely and on schedule.
• Coordinating daily site activities and allocating work across mechanical crews.
• Monitoring quality of installations and ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Conducting toolbox talks, safety briefings, and promoting a strong safety culture on site.
• Liaising with Project Managers, Engineers, QA/QC teams, and other disciplines to ensure effective project delivery.
• Reviewing drawings and resolving technical issues in collaboration with the project team.
• Tracking progress and reporting on productivity, resource requirements, and site activities.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Dornan's health, safety, and quality procedures.

About You

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Supervisor, Foreman, or Lead Mechanical Fitter on large-scale industrial, pharmaceutical, data centre, or process projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pipework, HVAC, and process installations.
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate subcontractors in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Safe Pass and relevant trade qualification or equivalent mechanical background.
• Experience working within pharmaceutical or highly regulated environments is desirable.

Women @ Dornan:

Our W@D Network, through mentorship, development, and advocacy, empowers women and promotes a more forward-thinking construction industry.

Dornan Strava Club:

Employees can take part in fitness challenges, build connections across the business, and contribute to monthly charitable giving initiatives.

Be Yourself:

We want everyone at Dornan to feel welcome, valued, and supported. By embracing different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we create an environment where people can be themselves, grow their careers, and thrive.