Civil Engineer

Red Personnel; Belfast; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil and structural engineering consultancy is seeking a Marine / Heavy Civils Engineer for a permanent, full-time position based in their Belfast office. The role involves a mix of office and field work on significant marine projects in Belfast and Dublin, supporting career progression within a recognized consultancy.

Benefits

Professional development support

Accredited ICE training provider

Qualifications

• Proven experience in marine or heavy civil engineering.
• Direct exposure to marine structures, sea defences, or coastal protection systems.
• Strong design and organisational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and administration of marine engineering projects.
• Contribute to sea defence and coastal protection projects.
• Prepare detailed project specifications and supervise technicians.

Skills

Design

Project coordination

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Marine / Heavy Civils Engineer

Permanent, Full-Time | Field and Office Based

Location: Belfast Office | Projects in Belfast Harbour and Dublin Harbour

Salary: Up to £40,000 (DOE) plus benefits

A leading civil and structural engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Marine / Heavy Civils Engineer on a permanent, full-time basis. Based at their Belfast office, this role offers a mix of office and site-based work, supporting key marine and harbour projects in both Belfast Harbour and Dublin Harbour.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with proven experience in marine or heavy civil engineering to contribute to significant infrastructure projects and to develop their career within a highly respected consultancy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design, preparation of contract documentation, and administration of marine and civil engineering projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Design marine structures and associated infrastructure for commercial ports, harbours, and coastal environments.
• Contribute to sea defence and coastal protection projects.
• Prepare detailed project specifications and Bills of Quantities.
• Supervise technicians in the preparation of detailed engineering drawings.
• Attend client and design team meetings, providing technical input and updates.
• Organise and manage site surveys and site investigations.
• Prepare feasibility studies, condition inspection reports, and project appraisals.
• Ensure all work complies with the consultancy's Quality Management System.
• Provide input to Health and Safety plans from the designer's perspective.
• Support additional civil engineering projects within the consultancy as required.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in marine or heavy civil engineering.
• Direct exposure to marine structures, sea defences, or coastal protection systems.
• Strong design, project coordination, and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexible and willing to travel to project sites in Belfast and Dublin as required.
• Adaptable, proactive, and committed to high standards of delivery.

Professional Development:

The consultancy is committed to supporting ongoing professional growth. Graduate engineers are fully supported in working towards chartered status through a clear and structured development pathway. As an accredited ICE training provider, the consultancy offers regular external training to further enhance technical and leadership skills.

If you have the skills and experience need for this role and are looking to progression opportunities , please submit your CV for immediate consideration. Interviews will be arranged promptly, with a view to a start soon after. Early applications are encouraged.