Building Services Engineer – Commercial & Residential Construction
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
€70000 p.a.
Site Management
Posted 13 days ago
Building Services Engineer – Commercial & Residential Construction
Location: Cork
Leading Irish Main Contractor delivering high-spec projects across Munster
Salary €60,000 – €75,000 vehicle, bonus, pension, healthcare
The Company
This well-established main contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial and residential developments across Cork and the wider Munster region. Known for high-quality finishes and consistent project delivery, they operate across sectors including healthcare, education, mixed-use, and high-density residential.
With a solid pipeline of work and long-standing relationships with clients and consultants, the company offers stability, strong site teams, and a culture focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
The Role – Building Services Engineer
As a Building Services Engineer, you will play a key role in the coordination, installation, and commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems across major construction projects in Cork. Working closely with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors, you will ensure all M&E services are delivered to the highest standards, on time and within budget.
This role is critical in ensuring seamless integration of building services with the overall construction programme, maintaining quality, compliance, and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Salary: €60,000 – €75,000 (DOE)
Benefits:
This is an excellent opportunity for a Building Services Engineer in Cork looking to join a respected contractor with a strong pipeline of local work. You will gain exposure to high-profile construction projects while working with experienced teams in a supportive environment.
With clear career progression and a focus on delivering quality projects, this role offers long-term stability and the chance to develop your expertise in building services engineering within a leading construction company.
How to Apply
Send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call 353 (0)1 531 4345 for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in placing Building Services Engineers, M&E Engineers, and Mechanical & Electrical professionals within Ireland’s construction sector. Whether you are a Building Services Engineer in Cork or exploring similar roles across commercial and residential construction, we understand the market and can guide you to the right opportunity.
Related roles include: M&E Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Services Coordinator, Building Services Coordinator
Location: Cork
Leading Irish Main Contractor delivering high-spec projects across Munster
Salary €60,000 – €75,000 vehicle, bonus, pension, healthcare
The Company
This well-established main contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial and residential developments across Cork and the wider Munster region. Known for high-quality finishes and consistent project delivery, they operate across sectors including healthcare, education, mixed-use, and high-density residential.
With a solid pipeline of work and long-standing relationships with clients and consultants, the company offers stability, strong site teams, and a culture focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
The Role – Building Services Engineer
As a Building Services Engineer, you will play a key role in the coordination, installation, and commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems across major construction projects in Cork. Working closely with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors, you will ensure all M&E services are delivered to the highest standards, on time and within budget.
This role is critical in ensuring seamless integration of building services with the overall construction programme, maintaining quality, compliance, and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate all mechanical and electrical services on site from design through to commissioning
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations and company procedures
- Monitor progress against the project programme and resolve any service-related delays
- Manage M&E subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to specifications
- Review drawings, technical submittals, and method statements
- Carry out quality inspections and oversee testing and commissioning of systems
- Liaise with design teams, consultants, and client representatives
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and site documentation
- Degree-qualified in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
- 3 years’ experience in a Building Services Engineer role within construction
- Strong knowledge of M&E systems in commercial or residential projects
- Excellent coordination and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage subcontractors and work within tight project deadlines
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and compliance
- Effective communicator with a proactive approach to site challenges
Salary: €60,000 – €75,000 (DOE)
Benefits:
- Company vehicle or allowance
- Performance-related bonus
- Pension contribution
- Healthcare package
- Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities
- Exposure to large-scale, technically challenging projects
This is an excellent opportunity for a Building Services Engineer in Cork looking to join a respected contractor with a strong pipeline of local work. You will gain exposure to high-profile construction projects while working with experienced teams in a supportive environment.
With clear career progression and a focus on delivering quality projects, this role offers long-term stability and the chance to develop your expertise in building services engineering within a leading construction company.
How to Apply
Send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call 353 (0)1 531 4345 for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in placing Building Services Engineers, M&E Engineers, and Mechanical & Electrical professionals within Ireland’s construction sector. Whether you are a Building Services Engineer in Cork or exploring similar roles across commercial and residential construction, we understand the market and can guide you to the right opportunity.
Related roles include: M&E Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Services Coordinator, Building Services Coordinator
