Lead Mechanical Engineer | Milan Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5 years. Build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects, and work with a vibrant, agile, and multi‑functional team to deliver projects on time, safely, to budget, and to the required quality standards. Benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability and enjoy a competitive package on offer with room for negotiations. 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 Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for the engineering activities on a specific construction project. The activities associated with the project will vary and will be agreed with the Project Manager on an ongoing basis. You will co‑ordinate the technical design with the onsite installation through to the successful commissioning, ensuring that the Kirby Group vision, mission & values are fulfilled. Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities Co‑ordinate the technical design with the onsite installation through to the successful commissioning. Collect all design documents and drawings; attend project handover meetings; evaluate value engineering or cost saving opportunities. Prepare coordinated 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 coordinated drawings and technical submittals. Assist in the production of weekly progress reports and in the compilation and assessment of technical submittals. Process requisitions, generate purchase orders and verify receipt (RV) of equipment and materials arriving on site. 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. Liaise and coordinate with members of the design team, contractors and in‑house project team on technical and commercial issues. Attend technical meetings with the design team, contractors and in‑house project team. Carry out document control, recording and transmitting information utilising File Key. Prepare method statements and risk assessments for production activities. Organise and assess the work of sub‑contractors. Carry out quality control through inspections and snagging, including walking down P&ID’s and layout drawings. Populate test packs and track their progress. Necessary Requirements 3rd level qualification in Building Services Engineering / Mechanical Engineering or a 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 and 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. Ability to multi‑task and manage many priorities. Excellent communicator / strong interpersonal skills, communicating with impact. Excellent record‑keeping and administration skills; leads and influences others. Innovates and leads in mechanical / technical activity, challenging the status quo. Plans and effectively manages projects. Solves problems analytically and acts decisively. Process‑driven with a focus on EHS and quality work management systems and processes. Mentors and coaches junior engineers and graduates. For more information on this Mechanical Engineer / Project Engineer position or other Mechanical Engineer / Electrical Engineer opportunities based in Ireland, the UK or Europe, contact Kirby Group Talent Acquisitions Team confidentially on 353 (0) or apply in confidence. J-18808-Ljbffr