Civil Engineer - Water

Vickerstock UK; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer to join a progressive team involved in water infrastructure projects in Cork. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and delivery of various water and wastewater projects, providing technical expertise and collaboration with senior engineers. Offering competitive salary and flexible work arrangements, this role is perfect for those looking to grow their career in civil engineering.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

Mentorship and professional development

Support for chartership progression

Qualifications

• 3-7 years' experience in a similar design consultancy or project delivery role is desirable.
• Strong technical understanding of water and wastewater networks and treatment assets.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of water and wastewater design projects.
• Prepare feasibility studies, reports, and design specifications.
• Liaise with clients and contractors for efficient project delivery.

Skills

Civil Engineer

Water Engineer

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer - Water & Wastewater | Belfast / Cork

Vickerstock Recruitment are working exclusively with McAdam Design to recruit a Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer to join their growing Water Design & Build team.

Operating independently since 1963, McAdam Design are one of the most respected multi-disciplinary consultancies in Ireland, delivering major water and wastewater infrastructure projects for public and private sector clients across the UK and Ireland. With continued growth across key frameworks, this is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive team at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure delivery.

Your new role as Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer

You’ll play a key role in supporting the design and delivery of a diverse range of water and wastewater projects, including treatment works, pumping stations, pipelines, and network improvements. Working closely with senior team members, you’ll gain exposure across all stages of design – from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and delivery of water and wastewater design projects for key utility clients
• Prepare feasibility studies, reports, design specifications, and tender documentation
• Undertake site visits and scope surveys, including topographical, geotechnical and ecological investigations
• Develop civil and MEICA design solutions using AutoCAD / Revit and other relevant design software
• Liaise with internal and external design teams, clients, and contractors
• Attend client and design meetings, providing input to ensure constructability and delivery efficiency
• Assist with programme management, planning inputs and technical documentation

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership with a recognised institution (ICE or equivalent)
• Strong technical understanding of water and wastewater networks, treatment assets and design standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities
• 3-7 years’ experience in a similar design consultancy or project delivery role (desirable)
• Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Revit) and Microsoft Office

What's in it for you?

If successful, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements across offices in Belfast and Cork
• Access to a wide variety of major infrastructure projects across Ireland and the UK
• Mentorship and professional development from senior chartered engineers
• Support for chartership progression and structured career growth

For a confidential discussion or to find out more about this opportunity, get in touch with Brian Mitchell at Vickerstock Recruitment

Skills: Civil Engineer, Water Engineer, WWTW, Watermains