Are you a Site Engineer with strong setting out experience and a background in civil engineering? Would you enjoy working on a varied infrastructure project while building a long-term career with an established civil engineering contractor?
Osborne Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer on behalf of our client for a permanent position, initially based in Kylemore, near Renvyle, Co. Galway.
The initial project involves the construction of a new car park and walking trail, incorporating an extensive boardwalk, with an expected project duration of approximately 8–10 months.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working on varied civil engineering projects, taking responsibility for accurate setting out and supporting the successful delivery of site activities.
Job Title: Site Engineer – Civil Engineering
Duration: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Kylemore / Renvyle, Co. Galway
Working Arrangement: Site-Based
Benefits: Company Van + Fuel Card + Pension
Start Date: ASAP
Initial Project: New Car Park, Walking Trail and Boardwalk – Approximately 8–10 Months
As Site Engineer, you will play an important role in supporting the successful delivery of the project, working closely with site management, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Carrying out accurate setting out and surveying for civil engineering and construction works.
Establishing and maintaining levels, survey controls and site reference points.
Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to ensure works are completed accurately.
Supporting the construction of the new car park, walking trail and extensive boardwalk.
Monitoring groundworks and other civil engineering activities to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Conducting regular quality checks and identifying issues before they affect project delivery.
Working closely with Project Managers, supervisors and subcontractors to coordinate site activities.
Identifying and resolving technical difficulties as they arise.
Maintaining site diaries, records, quality documentation and progress reports.
Supporting procurement and ensuring required materials and resources are available.
Monitoring progress against project schedules and supporting the delivery of key milestones.
Promoting safe working practices and ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
Supporting project inspections, quality assurance processes and handover documentation.
We’re keen to speak with Site Engineers who have solid civil engineering experience, strong technical ability and the confidence to manage setting out and site engineering responsibilities.
Ideally, you will have:
A relevant third-level qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline.
A minimum of 2–3 years’ site-based setting out experience.
Strong general civil engineering experience, including drainage, ducting, foundations, car park layouts, sewerage works or water crossings.
Experience working with robotic total stations, EDM instruments and other surveying equipment.
Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications and civil engineering methods.
Strong knowledge of site health and safety procedures and environmental requirements.
Experience using SharePoint, which is essential.
A valid Safe Pass, which is essential.
Experience using Microsoft Project.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with site teams and subcontractors.
A practical, adaptable approach to resolving technical challenges.
Desirable:
Previous experience on infrastructure, public realm or similar civil engineering projects.
Experience coordinating temporary works.
SMSTS or IOSH certification.
CSCS Location of Underground Services certification.
Understanding of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
Experience supporting project handover documentation.
Permanent, full-time position.
Company van.
Fuel card.
Pension.
Opportunity to work on a distinctive civil engineering and outdoor infrastructure project.
Long-term career opportunities within an established civil engineering contractor.
An interesting mix of setting out, groundworks and construction activities.
If you’re an experienced Site Engineer with strong setting out skills and a background in civil engineering, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Michael Gaynor. If you would like to be considered for this position or other suitable opportunities matching your experience, please submit your updated CV in Word format via the application link.
Please Note: Applicants must currently reside in Ireland and have valid permission to work in Ireland.
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Michael Gaynor. If you are interested in being considered for this role or other suitable opportunities that match your skills and experience, please submit your updated CV in Word format via the link provided.
Please Note: Applicants must currently reside in Ireland and have valid permission to work in Ireland.
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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