Senior Building Services Manager

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Saggart; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing supports

Career development opportunities

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd is seeking a Senior Building Services Manager to lead the delivery and integration of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health systems on large-scale projects in Ireland. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with stakeholders and ensure safe, high-quality handovers in line with design and sustainability goals.

The role demands strong leadership, technical MEP expertise and a commitment to health, safety, quality and innovation across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering.
• Membership of a recognised professional institution.
• Health & Safety management training (e.g., IOSH).
• Training or experience in project planning and management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction in applying Building Services management systems.
• Support delivery of Building Services strategy across safety, quality, sustainability, people and partnerships.
• Oversee MEP delivery from pre-construction to commissioning and handover.
• Guide tendering, procurement and award of MEP packages.
• Coordinate and integrate MEP works into the project programme.
• Engage with utility providers and stakeholders early to meet interfaces.
• Oversee drawing production, reviews and builder’s work approvals.
• Implement inspection, testing, commissioning and handover plans.
• Mentor and develop junior team members and promote knowledge sharing.

Skills

Leadership

MEP coordination

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Education

Engineering degree

Professional membership

H&S training

PM training

Job description

Overview

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

The Senior Building Services Manageris responsible for the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) systems across large or multiple projects. This role combines technical expertise with leadership and strategic oversight, ensuring that MEP systems are fully integrated, tested and commissioned in line with design, statutory and sustainability requirements. The postholder will lead, support and develop teams in applying Sisk’s management systems and procedures, driving consistency, innovation and continuous improvement. This includes ensuring seamless project handover and long-term building performance to meet client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, technical guidance and direction in the application of Sisk’s Building Services management systems and procedures.
• Support the delivery of the company’s Building Services strategy, aligning with business objectives in safety, quality, sustainability, people, projects and partnerships.
• Oversee technical and commercial aspects of MEP project delivery from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.
• Guide tendering, procurement and award of MEP packages in line with business strategy and contractual requirements.
• Ensure teams identify and manage temporary electrical requirements safely and efficiently, including energy assessments and sustainability considerations.
• Lead the planning, coordination and integration of MEP works into the overall project programme.
• Ensure early engagement and coordination with utility providers and stakeholders to meet interface requirements.
• Oversee the production, review and approval of coordinated drawings and builder’s work requirements.
• Implement robust processes for equipment and plant tracking through approvals, procurement, delivery, installation and testing.
• Ensure proactive identification and mitigation of programme, contractual and commercial risks.
• Drive compliance with quality management systems, inspections, snagging and progressive sign-off of installations.
• Oversee the safe management of live energy systems in accordance with company guidelines and statutory requirements.
• Ensure development and implementation of inspection, testing, commissioning and handover plans.
• Mentor and develop junior members of the team, fostering a culture of learning and knowledge sharing.
• Promote Sisk’s values and strengthen client, consultant and supply chain relationships.
• Oversee preparation of safety files and delivery of soft landings processes.

Experience

Required

• Experience in managing large-scale, complex MEP projects.
• Understanding of the MEP supply chain and market dynamics.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality and cost-effective outcomes.
• Demonstrated technical competence across the full project lifecycle (estimating, pre-construction, installation, commissioning, handover).
• Commercial and contractual awareness in MEP project management.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to health, safety, quality, sustainability and innovation.
• Organisational and problem-solving skills with a proactive, methodical approach.

Desirable

• Commercial and contractual awareness in MEP project management.

Qualifications

Required

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering (or related technical discipline).

• Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., CIBSE, CIOB, Engineers Ireland or equivalent).

• Health & Safety management training (e.g., IOSH or equivalent).

• Training or experience in project planning and project management.

• Specialist training in live energies / arc flash (or equivalent).

Desirable

• Higher diploma or advanced degree in construction, engineering or a related subject.

• Chartered status or equivalent professional accreditation (e.g., CEng with CIBSE or equivalent).

• Training in BIM, digital construction or emerging technologies

Additional Information

What We Offer

At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports
• Career development opportunities
• And much more as part of our Total Rewards programme

Our People & Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.

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

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.

Encouraging All Talent to Apply

We understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & Transparency

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.