Site Engineer - Galway

Site Engineer - Galway

We are a well-established contractor delivering high-quality housing developments. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Site Engineer to join our team on current and upcoming residential projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing engineering operations on-site, with a focus on setting out, surveying, and managing groundworks crews. Experience with Uisce Éireann standards and procedures is essential, along with a proven track record in the residential construction sector.

Perform accurate setting out and surveying for house plots, drainage, foundations, and roadways.

Oversee groundworks activities, ensuring work is carried out according to drawings, specifications, and timelines.

Liaise with Uisce Éireann on water and wastewater installations, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Supervise subcontractors and direct labour during civils and infrastructure works.

Coordinate with design teams, site management, and local authorities.

Maintain records, daily diaries, QA documentation, and as-built drawings.

Ensure that health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are upheld on-site.

Assist with planning and resource scheduling to meet project deadlines.

Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Minimum 5 years' experience in a Site Engineer role on residential housing developments.

Strong experience in setting out using GPS, total stations, and levels.

In-depth knowledge of Uisce Éireann procedures and standards.

Experience managing or coordinating groundworks and utility crews.

Proficient in reading technical drawings and specifications.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Full driving licence.

For further information please contact Thomas in Brightpath Recruitment