Assistant Resident Engineer

AtkinsRéalis Ireland Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer for an Active Travel scheme in Co. Meath, from August 2026 to January 2027, with scope for future roles.

You will supervise on-site activities, administer contracts, prepare reports, and monitor works under the direction of a Senior Resident Engineer. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree (Level 7/8), relevant site experience, proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Level 7 or Level 8 Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Relevant years of experience in the civil engineering industry; ideally with some construction phase involvement in the supervision & administration of Public Works Contract for Civil Engineering Works.
• Computer literate and with experience of relevant software (AutoCAD or similar) and Microsoft Office programmes.
• Experience in administering contracts using the Public Works form of contracts; including processing of Valuations, and assessment of Claims.
• Experience in supervising and inspecting the construction of roadworks including pavement, drainage, structures, ducting, signage, lighting, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience in record keeping and reporting on Contractor’s progress.
• Ability to work within a team and also work independently and under own initiative to achieve project goals.
• Knowledge of current H&S regulations and best practices.
• Full driving licence and a valid SafePass.

Responsibilities

• The role will involve site-based supervision, contract administration, reporting, monitoring and inspection of construction activities; under the guidance of an experienced Senior Resident Engineer.

Skills

Site supervision

Contract administration

English communication

Record keeping

Team collaboration

H&S knowledge

Education

Level 7/8 Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Overview

We are seeking Assistant Resident Engineer for an Active Travel scheme in Co. Meath, from August 2026 until January 2027, with scope for future roles thereafter. The candidate should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking, flexible, willing to take responsibility, and comfortable working with others in a team and taking directions from senior team members. The candidate will have ideally had some experience on construction sites (summer internship, or more).

Your role

The role will involve site-based supervision, contract administration, reporting, monitoring and inspection of construction activities; under the guidance of an experienced Senior Resident Engineer.

Desirable skills

• Level 7 or Level 8 Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Relevant years of experience in the civil engineering industry; ideally with some construction phase involvement in the supervision & administration of Public Works Contract for Civil Engineering Works.
• Computer literate and with experience of relevant software (AutoCAD or similar) and Microsoft Office programmes.
• Experience in administering contracts using the Public Works form of contracts; including processing of Valuations, and assessment of Claims.
• Experience in supervising and inspecting the construction of roadworks including pavement, drainage, structures, ducting, signage, lighting, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience in record keeping and reporting on Contractor’s progress.
• Ability to work within a team and also work independently and under own initiative to achieve project goals.
• Knowledge of current H&S regulations and best practices.
• Full driving licence and a valid SafePass.

Personal qualities

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible approach with ability to be able to multi-task and prioritise when necessary.
• Positive outlook and approachable manner.
• Well-motivated, able to work alone or as part of a team when required.

Rewards & benefits

• Enjoy competitive salaries and a brilliant range of health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle benefits.
• Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
• And combine our hybrid working culture, international remote working opportunities, and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Contractual (Fixed Term)

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives.

We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.