Construction - Site Engineer Northern Ireland

Glanua; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Northern Ireland is looking for an experienced Site Engineer to support project teams in the design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing subcontractors, ensuring quality control, and liaising with clients. The role offers a Monday to Friday working week, 22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays, and access to 24/7 employee counselling services. A degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering is required, alongside at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays

Competitive base salary with annual review

Access to 24/7 employee counselling service

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Engineering or Construction works.
• Water or wastewater experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and manage Junior staff.
• Implement construction drawings and specifications.
• Conduct levelling and surveying activities.
• Monitor progress against the program and issue reports.
• Ensure work and materials conform to quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Construction drawing interpretation

Quality control

Health and safety compliance

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Civil Engineering or Project Management

Job description

Construction - Site Engineer Northern Ireland

Glanua Industrial are seeking experienced Site Engineers to work within our project teams for the design and construction of Water and Wastewater infrastructure projects in the Republic of Ireland.

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

• Supporting the Project Manager
• Management of Subcontracts and Junior staff
• Interpret and implement construction drawings, specifications and technical information
• Set out site works
• Carry out levelling and surveying activities
• Provide accurate dimensions, coordinates and elevations to the site team as required
• Procurement of goods and services
• Monitor progress against the program and issue progress reports
• Quality Control
• Management of Environmental, Health and Safety issues
• Document control, recording & transmitting information & drawings
• Preparation of construction records and as-built drawings
• Attending Site Production Meetings
• Liaising with Clients, Statutory Bodies and stakeholders
• Ensure work and materials conform to contract specifications and quality standards
• Implement and monitor health, safety, and environmental regulations on site
• Maintain quality control, raise non-conformance reports (NCRs), and produce QA documentation aligned with inspection and test plans (ITPs)
• Resolve technical queries swiftly and escalate issues that may impact progress or compliance
• Maintain an accurate site diary, including details on daily activities, progress, resources, and any incidents
• Produce regular site reports, QA documentation, and inspection records

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Civils Engineering or Project Management
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Engineering or Construction works, water or wastewater experience desirable but not essential

What we offer you

• The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation
• Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays
• 22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays
• Competitive base salary with annual salary review
• Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free to avail for employees and their families

About Glanua

Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK’s largest water utilities, Uisce Éireann (formally Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water and Affinity Water.

• Sector: construction

Career Level

• Not Required