Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
We are working with a Tier 1 M&E Contractor to find an experienced Mechanical Engineer for their ongoing Life Sciences project in Sligo.
Role Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible for the engineering activities on a specific construction project.
Responsibilities
* Collate all design documents and drawings
* Attend project Handover Meetings
* Evaluate value engineering or cost saving opportunities
* Preparation of co-ordinated drawings covering all aspects of the installation including mechanical, electrical sprinkler, structural and architectural elements
* Review and understand project design specifications and drawings and access compliance of co-ordinated drawings and technical submittals.
Additional Responsibilities
* Assist in the production of weekly progress reports
* Assist in the compilation and assessment of Technical Submittals
* Processing requisitions, generation of purchase orders
* Receipt verification (RV) of equipment and materials arriving on site
* Seek to clarify queries with the design team through the request for information (RFI) system
* Understand the commercial fundamentals of a project including profit plans, potential variation logs and take offs etc
* Liaise and co-ordinate with members of the design team, contractors and in-house project team on technical and commercial issues.
Necessary Requirements
* 3rd level qualification in Building Services Engineering / Mechanical Engineering or Senior Trades qualification or equivalent
* Significant Project engineering experience of 4 years+ with a mechanical contractor
* Previous record of delivering small to medium mechanical projects (Commercial, Industrial, pharma, data centre type projects)
* Commercial Awareness
* Capability of walking down mechanical systems to ensure compliance with specification
* Experience developing technical submittals, completing technical reviews and assessments
* Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental systems and procedures knowledge of the team, their strengths and weaknesses
* The ability to multi-task and manage many priorities
* Excellent communicator/strong interpersonal skills/communicates with impact
Candidates must hold EU Passport or active work permit for Ireland.