Senior MEP Project Manager

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Role Purpose

As Senior MEP Project Manager, you will take full ownership for the successful delivery of mechanical and electrical packages on large-scale projects. You will be responsible for leading project teams, managing stakeholders, and ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards of quality.

Senior MEP Project Manager Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead the full project lifecycle
• Develop and manage project execution plans, programmes, and deliverables
• Ensure delivery aligns with commercial targets, schedules, and client expectations
• Drive high-performance standards across multi-disciplinary project teams

Commercial & Programme Management

• Manage project cost control, forecasting, and budget performance
• Work closely with commercial teams to manage variations, risks, and opportunities
• Develop and track short-term and long-term programme milestones
• Ensure accurate reporting to senior management and stakeholders

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary interface between Kirby, the client, and key stakeholders
• Chair project meetings, technical workshops, and progress reviews
• Build strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners
• Represent Kirby at a senior level in all project communications

People & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop project teams across engineering, commercial, and site functions
• Drive collaboration across internal disciplines and external stakeholders
• Promote a positive, high-performance team culture
• Take ownership of performance and development of direct reports

Health, Safety & Quality

• Ensure full compliance with Kirby HSEQ standards and project-specific safety requirements
• Promote a strong safety culture across all aspects of delivery
• Oversee implementation of quality control processes
• Drive continuous improvement in safety and quality performance

Technical & Delivery Oversight

• Ensure all MEP systems are delivered in line with design, specifications, and client requirements
• Review and manage engineering deliverables and installation practices
• Support commissioning, testing, and final handover processes
• Ensure buildability, coordination, and integration across all services

Requirements - Senior MEP Project Manager

• Proven experience operating as a MEP Project Manager / Senior PM on large-scale projects
• Strong background in data centre, pharmaceutical, or industrial projects
• Experience managing projects in excess of €20M+ MEP scope
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services systems
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

For more information on this role, or Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK or Europe, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group confidentially on +353 (0)1 454 0411