Senior Building Services Engineer - Greater Dublin

Cairn; Dublin; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Pension with employer matching

Full health insurance

Annual salary review

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Frequent Cairn annual leave days

Life assurance

Income protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Tax-saver travel allowance & bike-to‑b

Company vehicle (role dependent)

Job summary

Cairn is seeking a Senior Building Services Engineer to support the Construction Team in managing Mechanical and Electrical services design and installation on high-density residential projects in Dublin.

The role reports to the Building Services Manager and requires a motivated team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment with a focus on programme delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• 4+ years post‑qualification experience in a similar project management role.
• Interest in energy management and emerging trends in residential building services, design and construction.
• Team player with organisational and self‑motivation skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Willingness to travel between sites across greater Dublin and hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Continuously manage and monitor installation quality for M&E systems on residential projects, from coordination to commissioning and handover.
• Support site construction management teams in leading M&E coordination and on-site problem solving.
• Coordinate with project design teams for M&E interfaces with architectural and structural elements.
• Oversee M&E subcontractors on site to meet programme and quality targets.
• Liaise with public utilities and authorities to ensure timely delivery of services to new developments.
• Anticipate requirements for modification of existing site services and expedite mains diversions.
• Contribute to innovation and value engineering by considering best-in-class M&E systems and products.
• Manage temporary electric and water systems during construction.

Skills

PM experience

Energy management

M&E coordination

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services qualification

Job description

Cairn has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Building Services Engineer to work with and support Cairn’s Construction Team. Reporting to the Building Services Manager, you will assist in the management of the Mechanical and Electrical services design and installation on our high-density residential projects.

This role requires an experienced, motivated team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Continuously manage and monitor installation quality for M&E systems on residential projects, from initial coordination to final commissioning and handover.
• Support site construction management teams in leading the coordination of M&E systems and assist with on‑site problem solving when issues arise.
• Coordinate with project design teams as required for M&E system interfaces with architectural and structural elements.
• Oversee M&E subcontractors on site, 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 the point of contact for the respective sites.
• Anticipate the requirement for modification of existing site services and expedite mains service diversions in conjunction with Utility Providers.
• Contribute to the company’s innovation and value engineering processes by considering and implementing best‑in‑class mechanical and electrical systems and products.
• Manage temporary electric and water systems during construction.

Qualifications

• Further education in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services.
• 4+ years post‑qualification experience in a similar project management role.
• Interest in energy management and emerging trends in residential building services, design and construction.
• Relevant trade background an advantage but not essential.
• Team player, organised, self‑motivated, with the ability to work independently and on own initiative.
• Strong relationship building, communication and collaboration skills.
• 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, with the ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets.
• Adaptability to work independently or as part of a strong team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Performance‑related bonus.
• Pension scheme with matching contributions.
• Full health insurance with Irish Life.
• Annual salary review.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Frequent Cairn annual leave days.
• Life assurance.
• Income protection.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Tax‑saver travel allowance and bike‑to‑work benefits.
• Company vehicle (role dependent).

About Cairn

At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We offer above‑industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio designed to support employees throughout their lives. Our purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive, and we focus on delivering projects that stand for generations to come.