Construction Site Engineer

Veolia; Ireland; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Site Engineer to join the ECI Team in Ireland. This role involves overseeing water and wastewater treatment projects from design to commissioning. The Site Engineer will collaborate with the Project Manager, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage site activities effectively. Candidates should have a minimum NFQ Level 7 degree in Engineering and practical site experience. Strong IT and communication skills are essential, with experience in managing teams and coordinating project tasks valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum NFQ Level 7 degree in an Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred) and/or Science Discipline.
• Practical site experience required.
• Experience managing site activities including team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multi-disciplined teams on-site.
• Oversee construction activities and ensure compliance with H&S regulations.
• Manage all site-based operatives and activities.

Skills

Team coordination

Project management

Water/wastewater engineering projects

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Education

NFQ Level 7 degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview of the Role

Due to continued success and growth across the Water division, we are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join the ECI (Early Contractor Involvement) Team as a Site Engineer. The successful candidate will work on a wide scope of Water and Wastewater Treatment projects across the Island of Ireland.

The successful candidate will work alongside the Project Manager in coordinating a multi‑disciplined team to include process/mechanical/civil/structural/electrical work associated with various Water and Wastewater Treatment projects across the Island of Ireland.

The Site Engineer will have responsibility for assisting in the on‑site delivery and construction of water and wastewater treatment contracts from detailed design stage through to installation, testing and commissioning. Collaborating with the Project Manager in the implementation of delivery documentation including technical submissions, managing sub‑contractor activities on site, ensuring regulatory Health & Safety compliance, overseeing installation works, and coordinating construction activities.

During the delivery stage the Site Engineer will liaise with design teams and suppliers, manage subcontractors, installation personnel and commissioning teams on site to ensure that projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. Ensure all equipment is delivered, installed, tested and ultimately commissioned in accordance with contractual requirements.

Day to Day of the Role

• Take ownership of delegated site activities and project issues
• Ensure thorough knowledge and understanding of the contract for all assigned projects
• Ensure adherence to Veolia’s QHSE standards on site
• Liaison with Client and Client Representatives on site matters
• Communicate with the Project Manager, Design Leads and Sub‑Consultants during the execution of the project
• Interact with our multi‑disciplined engineering team, overseeing equipment installation and commissioning activities on site
• Organising, co‑coordinating and managing site activities while maintaining H&S in line with Veolia standards
• Managing aspects of the project within defined budgets and agreed timelines through monitoring and tracking for adherence with the project brief and programme
• Apply procedures in place related to contract execution and site operations
• Provide site supervision cover for the construction site manager in the event of their absence
• Manage all site‑based operatives, overseeing all aspects of their work including carrying out safety inductions, tool box talks, controlling the quality of work, ensuring method statement and order fulfilment, cleanliness and tidiness, the use of plant and tools, the reduction of waste and use of PPE

Qualifications

• Minimum NFQ Level 7 degree in an Engineering (Mechanical Engineering Degree is preferable) and/or Science Discipline
• Practical site experience (Essential)
• Practical experience in being part of a project team from design stages to delivery stage
• Managing site activities including team coordination
• Ability to work on own initiative and effectively manage & coordinate site activities
• Experience in the execution of water/wastewater engineering projects is desirable
• IT skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Power Point
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Self‑motivated
• Strong communication and writing skills

Additional Information

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.