Director - Roads

Egis; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking a senior leader to head the Roads Transport activity in Ireland, overseeing delivery of highway projects, team leadership, and client engagement. The role requires Chartered Engineer status (CEng) and a minimum of 15 years in civil/transport projects, with proven business development capabilities to drive profitability and quality.

Join Egis Transport Solutions to guide complex infrastructure initiatives, mentor diverse teams, and build lasting client partnerships across Ireland.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with Engineers Ireland or equivalent
• 15+ years of experience in civil engineering, roads or transport infrastructure
• Proven track record delivering infrastructure projects
• Strong business development and client management skills
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Roads Transport activity in Ireland, ensuring development and profitability
• Supervise road/highway projects in Ireland, delivering on time and within budget
• Build and lead a high-performing team, providing mentoring and support
• Maintain knowledge of standards, regulations and best practices for planning and delivery
• Engage with clients to understand needs and provide tailored consultancy
• Ensure quality and accuracy of project deliverables and implement QA processes
• Manage project budgets, forecasts and resource allocation
• Collaborate with stakeholders to facilitate approvals and compliance
• Provide regular project updates to directors and clients
• Identify opportunities for business growth and participate in bids and proposals

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Team management

Client engagement

Financial management

Civil engineering

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

About Us

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work together with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy, and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable, and resilient world. The Egis Group has more than 50 years of experience and a team of 23,500 employees in over 100 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK, we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment, and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, and nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

Egis Transport Solutions, a business unit of the Egis Group, brings together all of the necessary expertise for guided urban transport and heavy rail: systems, automation, rolling stock, safety, equipment, civil engineering and environment.

We believe the key to our ongoing growth and success is the development and nurturing of enthusiastic, ambitious graduates who are excited by the daily unique challenges we tackle across our organisation and want to join us in making a positive impact across the globe.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Business Leadership: Lead and manage the Roads Transport activity in Ireland, ensuring development of the activity and sustainable profitability.
• Project Sponsorship: Supervise and oversee the execution of road / highway projects in Ireland, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with contract.
• Team Management: Build and lead a high-performing team, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure project success.
• Technical Expertise: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of standards, regulations, and industry best practices, and apply this knowledge to project planning and delivery.
• Client Engagement: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and requirements to provide tailored consultancy services.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and accuracy of project deliverables, and implement quality control processes to meet client expectations.
• Financial Management: Manage project budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocation to optimize project profitability.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, and regulatory bodies, to facilitate project approvals and compliance.
• Reporting: Provide regular project updates and reports to the UK & Ireland Roads and Active Travel Director and clients, demonstrating progress and achievements.
• Business Development: Identify opportunities for business growth, develop winning strategies, and actively participate in the proposal and bid process to secure new urban transport projects.

What do we need from you

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with Engineers Ireland or equivalent recognised professional body.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, roads, or transport infrastructure.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering infrastructure projects.
• Strong business development skills with a history of winning and developing design and engineering work.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Financial acumen and experience in project budget management.

What's in it for you?

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.