Senior Site Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Technical Reviews: Carry out regular design reviews to ensure structural steel, cladding, and building works meet project requirements, industry standards, and client specifications.
• Site Supervision: Oversee daily civil and structural activities on site, including supervision of subcontractors, monitoring progress, and ensuring all works are executed in line with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Project Management: Manage projects or key elements of projects from inception to completion, including planning, resourcing, scheduling, and cost control.
• Construction & Installation: Ensure the safe and efficient erection of structural steel, installation of cladding systems, and completion of associated building works.
• Quality Control: Implement and enforce quality procedures, conducting inspections of steelwork, cladding, and finishes. Address non-conformities and ensure corrective measures are applied.
• Health & Safety: Ensure strict compliance with health and safety legislation. Carry out regular inspections, promote a safety-first culture, and implement measures to mitigate risks on site.
• Commissioning & Handover: Oversee completion, testing, and final inspections of structural and building elements to ensure handover is in line with client expectations.
• Coordination & Collaboration: Liaise with design teams, consultants, subcontractors, and project managers to resolve technical and site issues. Maintain clear communication to ensure smooth delivery.
• Subcontractor Management: Prepare scopes of work, manage subcontractor performance, and ensure delivery in accordance with project requirements.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of drawings, inspections, progress reports, and handover documentation.
• Project Support: Assist in site investigations, design coordination, and project planning across civil, structural, and building works.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management (or equivalent).
• 5+ years post-graduate experience in structural steel, cladding, and building works.
• Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Proven track record in managing subcontractors and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent oral communication and written reporting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Full clean Irish/EU driving licence.
• Must be authorised to work in Ireland (no sponsorship available).