Civil/Structural Engineers

Ward And Burke Construction Limited; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Chartership support

Competitive salary

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Ward & Burke Construction Limited in Kilcolgan, Co. Galway, Ireland, is seeking a Civil/Structural Design Engineer with a minimum of three years’ post-graduate experience to join our Design Office.

You will contribute to large-scale civil infrastructure projects across water, wastewater, energy, utilities, and geotechnical domains, delivering solutions from concept through construction. The role involves design, calculations, reports, and drawings, with a focus on Eurocodes and industry

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ post-graduate experience in civil infrastructure design.
• Experience delivering projects within utility, water, wastewater or energy sectors.
• Proficiency in Eurocodes and current Irish/UK design standards.
• Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Scia Engineer and CADS Geotechnical; Plaxis advantageous.
• Full driving licence, where required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed civil, structural and geotechnical design for utility infrastructure projects.
• Produce engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications and design drawings.
• Carry out structural analysis and design in accordance with Eurocodes and industry standards.
• Coordinate with internal multidisciplinary teams including civil, mechanical, electrical and construction personnel.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, subcontractors and external consultants.
• Attend design review meetings and contribute to value engineering initiatives.
• Ensure design outputs are delivered in line with programme, budget and quality requirements.

Skills

Civil design

Structural design

Geotechnical design

BIM processes

Eurocodes

Chartership progress

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Scia Engineer

Plaxis

Reports writing

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering (Level 8)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Scia Engineer

CADS Geotechnical

Plaxis

Job description

Ward & Burke is a leading engineering and construction company delivering innovative water, wastewater and civil infrastructure projects across Ireland, the UK and internationally. Our success is built on the expertise, commitment and ambition of our people, supported by a collaborative working environment that encourages professional development, knowledge-sharing and long-term career progression.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Civil/Structural Design Engineer with a minimum of three years’ post-graduate experience to join our growing Design Office team. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of large-scale civil infrastructure projects across the water, wastewater, energy and utilities sectors, providing civil, geotechnical and structural design solutions from concept through to construction.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex infrastructure schemes in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, developing innovative, cost-effective and buildable engineering solutions while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Engineering

• Undertake detailed civil, structural and geotechnical design for utility infrastructure projects.
• Produce engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications and design drawings.
• Reinforced concrete structures.
• Buried structures and chambers.
• Retaining walls and earth retaining systems.
• Foundations, piling and geotechnical solutions.
• Pipelines, pressure mains and gravity sewers.
• Water and wastewater treatment infrastructure.
• Temporary works and construction support systems where required.
• Carry out structural analysis and design in accordance with relevant Eurocodes and industry standards.
• Perform geotechnical assessments including foundation design, slope stability assessments and earthworks design.
• Review and interpret geotechnical investigation reports and recommend suitable engineering solutions.

Project Delivery

• Support projects through all design stages from feasibility and concept design to detailed design and construction support.
• Coordinate with internal multidisciplinary teams including civil, mechanical, electrical and construction personnel.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, subcontractors and external consultants.
• Attend design review meetings and contribute to value engineering initiatives.
• Ensure design outputs are delivered in line with programme, budget and quality requirements.

Technical Governance

• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, including:
  • Eurocodes.
  • Irish and UK National Annexes.
  • Industry utility specifications.
  • Health and Safety legislation.
• Participate in design risk assessments and constructability reviews.
• Prepare and review Design Risk Assessments and ensure compliance with the Construction Regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of engineering standards and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (Level 8 or equivalent).
• Minimum3 years’ experiencein civil infrastructure design.
• Experience delivering projects within the utility, water, wastewater or energy sectors.
• Practical experience in the preparation of detailed geotechnical and structural design calculations.
• Proficiency in design software such as:
  • AutoCAD
  • Civil 3D
  • Scia Engineer FEA
  • CADS Geotechnical
  • Experience with Plaxis would be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Eurocodes and current Irish/UK design standards.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports and design documentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full driving licence, where required for the role.
• Experience working for a civil engineering contractor or design-build contractor.
• Experience with BIM processes and common data environments.
• Progression towards chartership with Engineers Ireland or ICE.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment infrastructure design.
• Experience of temporary works design and construction methodologies.

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Proactive and self-motivated approach to work.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently when required.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

What Ward & Burke can offer you:

• Involvement in major utility and infrastructure projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and chartership support.
• Collaborative and technically challenging work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career progression within a growing organisation.

Salary:

€55,000–€65,000 per annum, depending on suitability, skills and relevant experience.

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