Civil Site Engineer

NexVentur; Ballaghaderreen; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Company pension

Travel allowance

On-site parking

Job summary

NexVentur is seeking an experienced Site Engineer for a major civil/building construction project in Ireland. You will provide day‑to‑day engineering support, oversee setting-out, monitor progress and ensure works comply with drawings, specs, quality standards and programme requirements.

Key duties include coordinating site activities, liaising with the project team, and maintaining health and safety standards. A strong background in civil engineering and setting-out is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience reading construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Minimum 2–3 years' site-based setting‑out experience.
• Experience using robotic Total Stations, EDM instruments and surveying equipment.
• Valid Safe Pass certification.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain site survey control and levels.
• Carry out accurate setting out in accordance with construction drawings and specifications.
• Interpret technical drawings and identify potential design or construction issues.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and programme requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant and materials.
• Maintain accurate site diaries, progress reports and photographic records.
• Implement and monitor Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Carry out quality inspections and maintain relevant documentation.
• Coordinate concrete testing, material sampling and quality assurance requirements.
• Manage technical queries and liaise with the design team, project management and client representatives.
• Ensure health and safety procedures and Safe Systems of Work are implemented.
• Assist with procurement schedules and material requisitions.
• Monitor programme progress and identify potential delays or technical issues.
• Maintain accurate as‑built drawings and project records.
• Assist with snagging, commissioning and project handover documentation.

Skills

Setting-out

Surveying

Reading drawings

Coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Robotic Total Stations

EDM instruments

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

Job description

Site Engineer – Civil Engineering / Building Construction

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Site Engineer to join our project delivery team on the construction of a new Control Building.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable Site Engineer with strong setting‑out experience and a background in civil engineering or building construction to take on a key role within a substantial construction project.

Working closely with the Project Manager and wider site team, you will provide day‑to‑day engineering support, oversee setting‑out activities, monitor construction progress and ensure all works are completed in accordance with project drawings, specifications, quality standards and programme requirements.

We are looking for someone proactive, organised and technically strong, who can confidently coordinate site activities while maintaining excellent standards of health and safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain site survey control and levels.
• Carry out accurate setting out in accordance with construction drawings and specifications.
• Interpret technical drawings and identify potential design or construction issues.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and programme requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant and materials.
• Maintain accurate site diaries, progress reports and photographic records.
• Implement and monitor Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Carry out quality inspections and maintain relevant documentation.
• Coordinate concrete testing, material sampling and quality assurance requirements.
• Manage technical queries and liaise with the design team, project management and client representatives.
• Ensure health and safety procedures and Safe Systems of Work are implemented.
• Assist with procurement schedules and material requisitions.
• Monitor programme progress and identify potential delays or technical issues.
• Maintain accurate as‑built drawings and project records.
• Assist with snagging, commissioning and project handover documentation.

Essential Requirements

• Third-level qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in a Site Engineer position.
• Minimum 2–3 years' site-based setting‑out experience.
• Experience using robotic Total Stations, EDM instruments and surveying equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, quality control and health and safety requirements.
• Valid Safe Pass certification.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working on building construction or Control Building projects.
• Experience with foundations, concrete structures and associated civil engineering works.
• Knowledge of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Experience with temporary works coordination.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project and SharePoint.
• IOSH or SMSTS qualification.
• CSCS Location of Underground Services certification.
• Experience preparing as‑built drawings and project handover documentation.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of €50,000 – €65,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Company car.
• Company pension.
• Free or subsidised travel.
• On‑site parking.
• Opportunity to work on a substantial construction project.
• Challenging and varied engineering responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced project delivery team.
• Potential for further opportunities within the business.