Site Engineer

My client is a recognised leader in delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions across critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects. With continued growth and a strong pipeline of work nationwide, they are now seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join their expanding team on a wastewater treatment project in Hospital, Co. Limerick.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering environment where collaboration, continuous improvement, and career progression are genuinely supported. You'll gain exposure across the full project lifecycle-from design through construction, commissioning, and handover-while developing specialist expertise within a rapidly growing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering team across one or more live projects.
• Ensure all Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards are rigorously followed on site.
• Support the Project Manager in daily operations and act as cover when required, overseeing day-to-day site coordination.
• Understand project programmes and budgets, recognising the impact of any delays or deviations.
• Review and develop design specifications, providing practical solutions to design-related challenges.
• Carry out setting out using GPS, total station, and 3D scanning equipment; gather accurate As-Built data.
• Prepare technical reports, quality documentation, O&M inputs, and monthly progress updates.
• Ensure all works, materials, and installation methods meet specified quality standards.
• Use procurement systems to manage materials and subcontract packages efficiently.
• Liaise with consultants, subcontractors, project staff, commercial teams, and stakeholders.
• Participate in weekly planning meetings and contribute to efficient delivery strategies.
• Engage with client representatives, the public, and project stakeholders as needed.
• Maintain continuous professional development and contribute to the training of junior team members.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role, ideally in water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience engaging suppliers/subcontractors through procurement and delivery stages.
• Good working knowledge of GPS, total station, CAD, and MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills, motivated, and eager to progress within a growing organisation.