Civil Site Resident Engineer – Substations

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services leader is seeking an experienced Civil Site Resident Engineer for a major High Voltage Substation project in Ireland. You will ensure engineering excellence and compliance on-site, liaising with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and 10+ years of experience in industrial civil installations or major infrastructure projects. Competitive salary and local transport provided, along with opportunities for long-term career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Return travel allowance

Local transport / lease car provided

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in industrial civil installations or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of HSE standards.
• Experience in site-based roles.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing civil and structural works during the construction phase.
• Reviewing designs, documentation, and contractor deliverables.
• Ensuring compliance with project specifications, standards, and regulations.

Skills

Large-scale industrial projects

Stakeholder management

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

My client, a global professional services leader in the energy, water, and infrastructure sectors, is delivering a major High Voltage Substation project in Ireland. This substation is being constructed alongside a new energy centre that will support the growing demand from the data centre industry.

They now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Civil Site Resident Engineer to join the team and oversee the delivery of this high-profile project over the next 12-17 months.

The Role

As Civil Site Resident Engineer, you will act as the Owner’s Engineer on‑site, ensuring engineering excellence, quality, and compliance throughout construction. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team, liaising with contractors, designers, and suppliers to drive successful delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing civil and structural works during the construction phase.
• Reviewing designs, documentation, and contractor deliverables.
• Ensuring compliance with project specifications, standards, and regulations.
• Representing my client’s values and maintaining strong relationships with the end client.

About You

You’ll be an experienced civil engineer with a strong background in large‑scale industrial or infrastructure projects and a proven track record in site‑based roles.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years’ experience in industrial civil installations or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of HSE standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

• Experience delivering Owner’s Engineer services.
• Exposure to multi‑million‑pound infrastructure projects.
• Experience in power generation or substation projects.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and technical standards.
• Right to work in Ireland (UK, Irish or EU passport).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Return travel allowance (based on 11 weeks on‑site / 1 week off rotation).
• Local transport / lease car provided.
• Opportunity to play a key role in a flagship energy project.
• Support and collaboration with a wider UK and Ireland project team.
• Long‑term career development and potential involvement in future major infrastructure projects.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to be part of a high-performing, forward‑thinking team working on cutting‑edge energy infrastructure that underpins the data centre sector’s AI‑driven growth. You’ll join a company that values technical excellence, professional autonomy, and long‑term career development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.