Building Services Engineer Residential Construction

Building Services Engineer Residential Construction
Cork
Leading Irish Residential Developer
Salary €65,000 to €70,000 plus package

The Company

This is an opportunity to join one of Ireland’s most active residential developers delivering high density housing and apartment schemes across Cork and Munster. With a strong pipeline of large scale developments, the company has built a reputation for quality delivery, technical excellence and long term investment in its people.

Operating at the forefront of modern residential construction, they prioritise sustainable building services design, energy efficiency and innovation across all projects. Their Cork based developments are reshaping communities with a focus on programme certainty and high quality finishes.

The Role – Building Services Engineer

As Building Services Engineer, you will support the management and coordination of mechanical and electrical services across high density residential projects in Cork. Reporting to the Building Services Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring M and E systems are delivered to the highest standards from initial coordination through to commissioning and handover.

You will work closely with site management teams, design consultants and MEP subcontractors to maintain programme, quality and safety targets, ensuring building services integration aligns with structural and architectural elements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the installation quality of mechanical and electrical systems on residential developments
• Coordinate MEP services from pre construction stage through to commissioning and handover
• Support site teams with technical problem solving relating to HVAC, plumbing, electrical and public utility services
• Oversee M and E subcontractors ensuring adherence to programme, safety and quality standards
• Liaise with utility providers and local authorities for electricity, gas, water, telecoms and public lighting connections
• Manage temporary site services including temporary power and water supplies
• Assist in value engineering and the implementation of energy efficient building services solutions
• Ensure all testing, commissioning and certification documentation is completed and compliant

About You

• Degree or further education qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Minimum 4 years post qualification experience in a building services or MEP coordination role within residential or mixed use construction
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in high density residential projects
• Experience managing MEP subcontractors and coordinating with design teams
• Knowledge of energy management, sustainable design and emerging building services technologies
• Highly organised with strong problem solving ability and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across site and design teams
• Focused on delivering quality work to strict programme deadlines
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel across Cork projects

What’s on Offer

Salary: €65,000 to €70,000 depending on experience plus package

Why Apply?

This is a strong career move for a Building Services Engineer who wants exposure to large scale residential construction projects in Cork. You will gain hands on experience across the full MEP lifecycle on high profile developments, working with experienced construction and design professionals.

With a secured pipeline of projects and continued investment in sustainable building services, this role offers long term stability and clear progression within the residential construction sector.

How to Apply

If you are a Building Services Engineer considering a move in Cork, send your CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call 015314345 for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment

Breagh Recruitment are specialists in recruiting Building Services Engineers, MEP Coordinators and Mechanical and Electrical professionals within the Irish construction sector. We work closely with leading residential developers and main contractors delivering high density housing and apartment projects across Cork and nationwide.

If you are exploring Building Services Engineer jobs, MEP Engineer roles or Mechanical and Electrical coordination positions within residential construction, we can provide direct access to opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

Related Job Titles: MEP Engineer, Mechanical and Electrical Engineer, MEP Coordinator, Building Services Coordinator, Electrical Project Engineer