Mechanical & Electrical Co-ordinator - Biopharma Wastewater Systems

An excellent opportunity has opened for a Mechanical & Electrical Co-ordinator to join a major wastewater infrastructure project within a live biopharma manufacturing campus in Co Cork.

This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the critical nature of mechanical systems, and can coordinate seamlessly across multiple disciplines during construction and commissioning.

The position requires a professional with strong mechanical experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to drive coordinated delivery across design, installation, QA/QC, and stakeholder interfaces.

Your new company are recognised as a leading Main Contractor in Ireland, delivering complex civil, structural, and building projects across the commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, and infrastructure sectors.

For those eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Stephen at stephen@breaghrecruitment.com / 015314345

Mechanical & Electrical Coordinator Skills:

• Mechanical experience is essential, ideally within wastewater, biopharma, utilities, or process plant environments.
• Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services installation and sequencing.
• Experience coordinating services in complex, regulated, or semi-live facilities.
• Proficient with BIM tools such as Navisworks, BIM360, AutoCAD, or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, GA drawings, isometrics, schedules, and technical documentation.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills; able to lead coordination discussions.
• Strong knowledge of safety standards, construction regulations, and quality procedures.
• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or similar discipline.
• Additional certification in coordination, BIM, or construction management is an advantage.
• Wastewater or biopharma project experience is highly desirable.

As a Mechanical & Electrical Coordinator:

• Lead M&E coordination activities for wastewater and process utility systems within a live biopharma environment.
• Review mechanical and electrical drawings, 3D models, and specifications to ensure accurate, clash-free integration.
• Coordinate closely with civil, process, and architectural teams to ensure seamless installation sequencing.
• Support the development and maintenance of coordinated services models using industry-standard tools (Navisworks, BIM360, etc.).
• Oversee daily coordination between mechanical, electrical, and specialist subcontractors.
• Monitor site progress (mechanical emphasis) ensuring installations follow design, QA standards, and project schedule.
• Participate in daily whiteboard meetings, look-ahead planning, and weekly coordination sessions.
• Support installation of mechanical equipment, pipework, pumps, valves, wastewater treatment components, and associated utilities.
• Review technical submittals, material approvals, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Manage RFI processes, ensuring timely resolution of technical queries.
• Carry out QA/QC checks, ensuring installations meet GMP, biopharma, and project standards.
• Support testing, commissioning, system walkdowns, and punch-list closure.
• Interface with project management, client representatives, design teams, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Provide clear, structured reporting on coordination issues, progress, risks, and key decisions.
• Manage information flow through the CDE and ensure document control compliance.

The Package:

Salary will be DOE, but you can expect a salary of at least €80,000 plus package.

Interviews are taking place this week so if you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date CV to stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call us now on 00353(0)15314345.

The Breagh Team:

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