Civil Engineer / Project Manager

Vickerstock; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a Civil Engineer / Project Manager to oversee renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in cable installation or marine infrastructure. This role offers excellent salary packages, career growth, and opportunities for international travel within Europe.

Benefits

Excellent salary package

Career progression opportunities

Hybrid working flexibility

Opportunities for international travel

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience in civil engineering.
• Experience with cable installation, pipelines, or marine projects is essential.
• Knowledge of a European language is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil and marine engineering projects.
• Oversee design development and project delivery schedules.
• Liaise with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Civil Engineer / Project Manager (Renewable Energy) As a Civil Engineer / Project Manager, you will join a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, marine specialists, and technical professionals. You will play a key role in the design, planning, and delivery of complex subsea and landside cable installation projects, supporting the full project lifecycle from concept to completion. This position will involve occasional travel across Europe to oversee project delivery and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil and marine engineering projects within the renewable energy and subsea cable sectors.
• Oversee design development, resource planning, and project delivery schedules.
• Liaise directly with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality project outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance and project leadership across design and construction phases.
• Support the development of innovative, sustainable engineering solutions for energy transition infrastructure.

About You

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (Marine, Environmental, or Coastal Engineering).
• Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience, ideally with a contractor (consultancy experience also considered).
• Proven experience with cable installation, pipelines (water/gas), or marine infrastructure projects.
• Excellent technical, organisational, and communication skills.
• The ability to manage design teams, assign workloads, and monitor progress effectively.
• Knowledge of a European language (German, French, Dutch, or Danish) is an advantage but not essential.

What's on Offer

• Excellent salary package within a rapidly growing renewable energy sector.
• Career progression opportunities within a dynamic, expanding organisation.
• Hybrid working (home, office, and site-based flexibility).
• Opportunities for international travel across Europe (France, Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Italy).
• Be part of a team shaping the future of renewable energy infrastructure in Europe.

For a confidential discussion about this position or other opportunities within Civil and Structural Engineering, contact Brian Mitchell at Vickerstock Recruitment.