Sustainability & Building Services Manager

Lidl Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private employee medical insurance

Company pension

Flex pot benefits after 6 months

Flexible start and finish times

On-site gym and canteen

Hybrid work model - up to 2 daysremote

Job summary

Lidl Ireland is seeking a Project Manager to lead MEP design and building services across our stores and warehouses in Ireland. You will translate sustainability goals into concrete specifications and rollout innovative technologies across the portfolio.

Based in Dublin, you will report to the Construction Director and collaborate with design teams, operations, and external partners to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Building Services or related discipline.
• Minimum two years of experience in building services or construction.
• Owns a full driving licence and can travel as required.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design development and specification of mechanical, electrical and building tech systems.
• Define national building services and sustainability standards aligned with ESG and regs.
• Translate sustainability goals into engineering specs for stores and warehouses.
• Roll out sustainable initiatives across new and existing Lidl sites.
• Monitor budgets, timelines and value engineering with design team.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with design and standards.
• Represent Lidl in sustainability groups and international forums.
• Act as liaison between national and international offices to align strategies.

Skills

Building Services Engineering

MEP Systems

Project coordination

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building Services or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Summary

From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team.

With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team.

Our Construction team is driving the infrastructure that powers our growth. We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-orientated and enthusiastic Project Manager to shape our national building services and sustainability strategies. In this role, you will lead high-profile projects, translate strategic vision into store and warehouse specifications, and spearhead the rollout of sustainable technologies across our entire portfolio. We are looking for someone who can effectively communicate and collaborate in a positive and professional manner with all relevant parties. Based in Dublin, the Project Manager will report directly to the Construction Director.

What you'll do

• Lead the design development and specification of mechanical, electrical and building technology engineering systems, ensuring they align with the specification requirements, energy efficiency targets and operations.
• Define national building services and sustainability standards that ensure full compliance with ESG mandates and European regulatory frameworks.
• Translate high-level strategic sustainability goals into clear engineering, MEP, and construction specifications.
• Lead the rollout of sustainable initiatives across our new and existing stores.
• Monitor and understand budgets, timelines and trends specific to the building services and technology packages. Develop value engineering strategies with the design team.
• Conduct regular site inspections with the design team to ensure building services and technological installations meet design specifications, retail standards and statutory compliance.
• Represent Lidl in sustainability working groups, policy roundtables, and international environmental forums.
• Act as the primary strategic liaison between national and international offices to align strategies with global corporate commitments.
• Communicating technical topics in a structured and clear manner to a diverse audience.
• Completion of additional tasks will also be required from time to time.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree-level or equivalent technical education in a Building Services or Construction/Engineering related discipline.
• Minimum two years experience.
• Strong computer & administration skills.
• Full driving licence.
• Continuously seeking new challenges and experiences.
• Detail-orientated with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to multi-task and handle conflicting deadlines.
• Enjoys working as part of a team but thrives on own initiative.

What you'll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl

• €52,500 rising to €67,000 after 3 years
• 20 days holidays per annum rising to 25 days after two years
• Private employee medical insurance
• Company pension
• Unlock a flex pot allowance to spend on a selection of benefits after 6 months of service
• Flexible start and finish times
• Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going development
• Dynamic work environment
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Hybrid working model - up to 2 days remote working per week
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network
• Maternity & Paternity Leave top up, Marriage Leave, Employee Assistance Programme

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.