Site Engineer

Location: Southeast Ireland
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Our client is a well-established and highly respected Irish construction contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial, residential, healthcare, educational, and industrial projects. With decades of experience in the industry, the company is known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, safety, and client satisfaction. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking an ambitious Site Engineer to join their project delivery team.

The Site Engineer will play a key role in the successful delivery of construction projects, ensuring works are completed safely, accurately, and in line with programme requirements. Reporting to the Project Manager and Site Management Team, the successful candidate will be responsible for setting out, quality control, surveying, and coordinating site activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carry out setting out and surveying duties using modern surveying equipment.
• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor construction progress against programme targets.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site activities to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports and as-built information.
• Assist with quality assurance procedures and inspections.
• Identify and resolve engineering and technical issues on site.
• Liaise with design teams, consultants, subcontractors, and site management.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and company procedures.
• Contribute to project planning and sequencing activities.

Requirements include:

• Degree or higher qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Site Engineer role within the construction sector.
• Strong setting out and surveying experience.
• Excellent understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and surveying equipment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a project team.
• Full driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience working on commercial, residential, or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and QA procedures.
• Experience using modern project management and reporting software.

On offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package- negotiable depending on experience
• Opportunity to work on high-profile construction projects.
• Career progression within a growing and successful organisation.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this Site Engineer position and similar opportunities contact: Eoin 056-7786631 / 087 0505417 or Eoin@optimizerecruitment.ie

Eoin is available for a call between 9am and 5.30pm daily (outside of work hours calls / meetings can be arranged upon request). 

Please submit your CV via the link provided, in confidence.

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval.

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