M&E Design & Build Project Manager — Keldin Engineering
Location: Dublin, Ireland (site-based)
Job type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: Competitive — negotiated based on experience
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ABOUT KELDIN ENGINEERING
Keldin Engineering is a privately owned Irish mechanical and electrical engineering contractor delivering M&E packages across industrial, logistics and data centre projects across Ireland, the UK and Europe.
With continued expansion in the logistics and distribution sector, this role is central to how we scale delivery quality as this pipeline converts to live projects.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a senior delivery role. You will take full ownership of M&E works on large-scale logistics and distribution centre projects procured on a Design & Build basis. This is not a coordination role — it demands commercial acumen, design management capability, and proven site delivery across complex, fast-track builds.
You will have direct access to the MD and Operations Director, and your decisions carry genuine weight. Every project you run is yours — budget, programme, quality, and relationships.
Typical project scope: HV/LV distribution, lighting, fire detection, HVAC, Water Services, EV charging infrastructure, and external services. M&E project values range from €2m to €10m.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design management:
- Lead the M&E design process from concept through to IFC, coordinating with mechanical and electrical consultants, specialist vendors, and the main contractor BIM team
- Manage design information flow, RFI registers, and technical submittals in line with agreed information release schedules
- Review and approve M&E design packages against client requirements and applicable standards (CIBSE, BS, EN, IS)
- Chair design coordination meetings and maintain design risk and assumption registers
- Manage BIM/CDE processes in accordance with BS EN ISO 19650 where applicable
Procurement and subcontract management:
- Develop and execute M&E procurement strategies in coordination with the commercial team
- Prepare scopes of work, technical enquiries, and evaluation criteria for specialist subcontractors
- Assess subcontractor submissions, lead technical clarification meetings, and recommend appointments
- Manage subcontract performance across programme, quality, and commercial compliance
Programme and site delivery:
- Own the M&E delivery programme, integrated into the master construction programme
- Identify and drive critical path activities; manage float and escalate programme risks with proposed mitigations
- Coordinate M&E installation sequences with the main contractor's site management team
- Oversee the commissioning and testing programme — HVAC, LV, BMS, and fire systems
Commercial management:
- Monitor M&E project costs and variations against approved budget
- Manage subcontractor payment applications and approvals
Quality, safety, and compliance:
- Ensure M&E works comply with Keldin's QEHS Management System and project-specific quality plans
- Produce and manage inspection and test plans, method statements, and RAMS
- Manage O&M and H&S file compilation progressively throughout construction
- Enforce site safety standards for M&E trades; participate in safety audits and incident investigations
Stakeholder management:
- Act as the primary M&E contact for the main contractor at all levels
- Produce accurate, timely project reporting — progress reports, risk registers, and programme updates
- Represent Keldin at progress meetings, design workshops, and client reviews
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ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Qualified Electrician or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent
- Minimum 8 years' experience in M&E project management
- Proven delivery of large-scale logistics, distribution, or industrial M&E packages (value >€2.5m)
- Experience managing M&E design under a Design & Build procurement model, from Employer's Requirements through to IFC
- Multi-trade subcontract management experience including HV/LV, BMS, HVAC, and Fire
- Commissioning management experience across M&E Systems
- SMSTS or SSSTS (UK) / equivalent Irish safety qualification
- CSCS card or Safe Pass
DESIRABLE
- Experience working in a BS EN ISO 19650 / BIM Level 2 environment
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TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
Candidates should have working knowledge across:
- LV switchgear & distribution,
- Heating, ventilation, cooling systems for logistics and industrial environments
- Fire detection and suppression systems
- Building Management Systems — specification, integration, and commissioning
- Earthing, bonding, and Lightning Protection to BS 7671 / BS EN 62305
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PACKAGE AND BENEFITS
- Competitive salary negotiated at offer stage based on experience and project responsibility
- Commercial company vehicle
- Employer pension contribution
- CPD support, professional membership fees, and chartership mentoring
- Laptop and required software licences
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HOW TO APPLY
Send the following to [email protected]
1. A current CV detailing relevant project experience
2. A brief covering note (maximum one page) outlining your suitability for the role and two recent projects of relevance
Keldin Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background.
Pay: €75,000.00-€100,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
