Job Description

• Dublin
• Permanent / Full Time
• €55,000.00 - €65,000.00 Per YEAR (EUR)
• 15 Oct 2026

The Client
My Client are a leading established Irish developer who are seeking a motivated and technically strong Site Engineer to join the team in delivering construction projects across Dublin.

This is an opportunity to work within a developer-led team, overseeing site engineering activities and coordinating with main contractors, subcontractors, consultants and design teams to ensure projects are delivered to the required standards, programme and specification.

The successful candidate will play a key role in technical coordination, setting out, quality assurance and monitoring construction progress from enabling works through to completion.
Key Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out, levelling and surveying duties to ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Review construction drawings, specifications and technical information, identifying discrepancies and coordinating resolutions with the design team.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with design requirements, building regulations, health and safety standards and quality procedures.
• Liaise with the main contractor, subcontractors, architects, structural engineers and other consultants to resolve technical queries and site issues.
• Undertake site inspections and maintain accurate records of progress, quality checks, site measurements and technical information.
• Assist with the management and coordination of RFIs, technical submissions, inspection requests and drawing revisions.
• Monitor project progress against the construction programme and report any technical or delivery risks to the project management team.
• Support quality assurance processes, including inspections, snagging, defect tracking and handover documentation.
• Verify setting-out information, levels, dimensions and as-built records.
• Assist with the coordination of utilities, drainage, roads, foundations, structures and building services interfaces, as applicable to the project.
• Work collaboratively with the developer's project team to ensure the completed development meets the required quality, cost and programme objectives.

Requirements

• Degree or relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as a Site Engineer on residential, commercial or mixed-use construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, setting out and surveying techniques.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, subcontractors and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Good knowledge of Irish construction practices, building regulations and quality standards.
• Competent in the use of surveying equipment and relevant engineering software.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to site quality, technical coordination and project delivery.
• Full driving licence and eligibility to work in Ireland.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on residential developments, apartments or large-scale housing schemes.
• Exposure to developer-side project teams or working directly with a client or employer's representative.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit or other relevant technical software.
• Familiarity with Irish building control requirements, BCAR and associated quality documentation.

The Package

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Benefits package and pension.

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