Job Description

Senior Site Engineer – Tier 2 Main Contractor
Location: Dublin City 
Salary: €70k or higher d.o.e.

About the Role
Optimize Recruitment, working closely with our client, are seeking an experienced Senior Site Engineer to join a well-established Irish building contractor with a strong pipeline of work across Dublin City and the wider Leinster region.

This opportunity offers the chance to join a respected contractor delivering a broad range of high-quality projects typically valued between €15M and €40M. Current and upcoming works span residential developments, public sector buildings, healthcare facilities, heritage projects, pharmaceutical environments, and sports or community infrastructure.

The successful candidate will play an important role across key phases of project delivery, supporting site management teams with setting out, technical coordination, quality control, and day-to-day engineering oversight. This role would suit someone who enjoys being heavily involved on site, ensuring works are delivered accurately, safely, and in line with programme.

Salary & Benefits

• €70k or higher d.o.e.
• Vehicle and fuel card provided
• Pension contribution
• Medical cover
• DIS cover
• Flexible working options where possible
• Strong long-term career progression

Responsibilities

• Manage setting out and site control across project stages
• Support delivery teams with daily engineering coordination
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical submittals
• Ensure works are completed to required tolerances
• Liaise closely with subcontractors and site management teams
• Monitor quality standards and site compliance throughout
• Identify technical issues and raise them promptly
• Assist with sequencing of works and programme milestones
• Maintain accurate site records and engineering documentation
• Promote safe working practices across all site activities

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or related discipline
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar engineering role
• Strong setting out experience on building projects
• Excellent technical knowledge and drawing interpretation skills
• Ability to work closely with site teams and subcontractors
• Strong communication and problem-solving ability
• Experience with Total Stations and GPS highly desirable
• Irish or UK construction experience is highly advantageous

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this and similar opportunities, contact Shane Fleming on 083 0885073 or email Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie.
Please e-mail your CV with the Vacancy Reference [OR-14626] in the subject line. All applications will be handled in strict confidence, and your CV will not be shared without prior approval.
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