Senior Engineer

Location Dublin
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Dermot Doherty

Contact email: dermot.doherty@elitetalenthub.ie
Job ref: 34660
Published: 6 days ago

Elite Talent Hub LTD is a specialist in permanent staffing solutions for clients globally.

Are you a seasoned Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Join our Clients leading civil and construction company, working on large scale  residential projects based in Dublin. Our client  have built a strong reputation for excellence across a diverse range of projects, from residential and commercial developments to large-scale infrastructure. As they continue to expand, we are seeking a talented Senior Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality, innovative solutions.  

 Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Site Manager in leading the construction efforts on assigned projects.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with the engineering team and subcontractors.
  • Ensure that project deliverables meet the required specifications, budgets, and deadlines.
  • Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and professional staff, including Quantity Surveyors and the Project Manager.
  • Engage all project team members to ensure timely project completion.
  • Collaborate with the Commercial team and other internal stakeholders as needed.
  • Support the management of systems that track project progress in terms of time, quality, dimensions, and quantity.
  • Aid in the inspection and testing of workmanship and materials, such as drainage, concrete, piling, and brickwork.
  • Provide engineering support to resolve technical challenges and address technical queries.
  • Oversee setting out works, ensuring they meet allowable tolerances.
  • Regularly verify setting out points and benchmarks, ensuring all instruments and measuring equipment are properly calibrated.
  • Ensure that the workforce clearly understands the setting out information and its suitability for the work being performed.
  • Maintain accurate setting out and dimensional control to ensure precise construction.
  • Review technical designs and drawings to ensure compliance during construction.
  • Supervise subcontractors working on-site, ensuring their work meets project requirements.
  • Liaise with utility providers and coordinate on-site activities to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.
  • Prepare site reports and other necessary documentation.
  • Proactively manage health and safety protocols on site.
  • Ensure adherence to health, safety, and sustainability policies and relevant legislation.
  • Supervise and coordinate temporary works as needed.
  • Implement and oversee test and inspection plans for all on-site activities.

 

Key Skills:

  • Higher-level qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
  • 5-10 years of experience in a Site Engineer or Site Management role, with a proven track record in large-scale projects, particularly in heavy civils.
  • Comprehensive understanding of Irish and UK construction standards.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with the Commercial and Contracts teams, as well as client representatives on-site, including participating in meetings.
  • Strong technical competence.
  • Demonstrable commercial awareness.
  • Detail-oriented and process-driven.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities.

 

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