Job Description

Civil Engineer – Utilities & Infrastructure Projects
Location: West Dublin

Please note: this is an office-based role with site visit as and when required.

• Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Annual Leave: 21 days
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Optimize Recruitment is working with a leading infrastructure delivery company to recruit a Civil Engineer for a key role within their project team. This organisation is known for delivering high-quality civil and electrical engineering solutions across utilities, power distribution, and infrastructure sectors, with a strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and safety.

This position involves supporting and coordinating civil and electrical works on-site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with technical and contractual requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing project designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Support the development of baseline programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates and technical reports.
• Identify risks and delays; assist in preparing extension of time claims.
• Track project costs and highlight budget variances with proposed corrective actions.
• Contribute to scope variation assessments and support cost negotiations.
• Maintain accurate project documentation in line with contractual obligations.
• Provide technical support to site teams including Site Agents, Supervisors, and QS staff.
• Assist in preparing RAMS, electrical safety procedures, and HSEQ documentation.
• Conduct site inspections and support audits to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve design and coordination issues.
• Ensure all electrical installations meet statutory regulations and industry standards.

The successful individual will have the following:

• Experience as a Project Engineer in civil infrastructure, utilities, or electrical engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems (e.g., power distribution, utilities, street lighting) and related civil works.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Project.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Full, clean driver’s licence.
• Civil engineering background with experience in electrical project delivery is highly desirable.

To apply or learn more:
Shane Fleming- Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie
Eoin Carey – Eoin@optimizerecruitment.ie
087 050 5417