MEP Lead

NRL; Limerick; On-site; EUR 89,250 - 120,750; Full time

Job summary

NRL in Limerick, Ireland, is seeking an experienced MEP Lead to drive technical and operational delivery of complex MEP systems in a major pharmaceutical project. This permanent role focuses on leading design, installation, commissioning and handover, ensuring seamless integration with other disciplines on-site.

The candidate will bring senior MEP experience, strong leadership, and mentorship capabilities, with a track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams across large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering.
• Extensive senior MEP or building services experience on complex projects.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams delivering integrated MEP solutions.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems from design to commissioning.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communicator with mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across MEP engineering and building services within the project sector.
• Oversee design, installation, commissioning, and handover of MEP systems.
• Ensure integration of MEP with structural, architectural, and civil disciplines.
• Monitor project performance, risk and compliance for all MEP activities.
• Review and approve technical documentation and design submissions against contract and statutory requirements.
• Lead investigations into technical incidents to ensure lessons learned are implemented.
• Mentor and support building services managers and senior technical staff.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and regulators to ensure compliance and manage expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Tools

BIM for MEP

Digital engineering

Smart building tech

Job description

Job Title

MEP Lead

Summary

We’re looking for an experienced MEP Lead to join a major pharmaceutical project in Limerick, Ireland. This permanent position offers an opportunity to lead technical and operational delivery of complex MEP systems within advanced facilities. It’s an ideal role for an accomplished professional looking to contribute expertise to critical engineering projects.

Salary

€105,000 per year

Location and Working Pattern

Limerick, Ireland — on‑site

Client Overview

Our client is a leading construction and engineering group delivering high‑quality, large‑scale projects across multiple sectors, including pharmaceuticals and advanced manufacturing. They prioritise safety, compliance, and innovation in every project undertaken.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across MEP engineering and building services within the project sector.
• Oversee design, installation, commissioning, and handover of MEP systems.
• Ensure integration of MEP with structural, architectural, and civil disciplines.
• Monitor project performance, risk and compliance for all MEP activities.
• Review and approve technical documentation and design submissions against contract and statutory requirements.
• Lead investigations into technical incidents to ensure lessons learned are implemented.
• Mentor and support building services managers and senior technical staff.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and regulators to ensure compliance and manage expectations.

Must‑have Requirements

• Degree or professional qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering.
• Extensive experience in senior MEP or building services roles within complex projects.
• Proven experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams and delivering integrated MEP solutions across large‑scale or multi‑site projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems including design and commissioning.
• Excellent leadership, problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communicator with experience mentoring teams.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Postgraduate qualification in Building Services or Engineering Management.
• Professional membership of CIBSE, IET, or equivalent.
• Experience working with BIM for MEP, digital engineering or smart building technology.
• Understanding of energy efficiency, sustainability standards, and carbon management in construction.

Equal Opportunity

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.