Graduate Engineer

John Paul Construction; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

John Paul Construction in Dublin seeks Graduate Engineers to support the delivery of construction and engineering projects while developing technical, commercial, and project management skills.

Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, graduates will gain practical experience across design coordination, site engineering, project controls, quality management, health and safety, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with engineering software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project engineers and managers with day-to-day project activities.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to technical discussions.
• Assist with project reporting and documentation.
• Support design reviews and coordinate with consultants and subcontractors.
• Carry out site inspections and progress monitoring.
• Assist with snagging and close-out activities.
• Participate in safety inspections, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives where applicable.
• Participate in graduate development programmes and mentoring initiatives.
• Work towards professional accreditation or chartership.

Skills

Drawings interpretation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Problem solving

Tools

Engineering software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

John Paul Construction is an international technical contractor specialising in the data centre, life sciences, residential, and commercial sectors. This Irish-owned and managed business directly employs over 700 people and delivers projects across Ireland, the United Kingdom and mainland Europe.

The company’s performance across safety and sustainability was recognised during 2025 in receiving the Green Construction Award at the 2025 Green Awards, along with a Gold Award and an Exceptional High Achiever Award at the National Irish Safety Awards. The company also received the President’s Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents. In the same year, John Paul Construction was also certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’®.

Graduate Engineers at John Paul Construction will support the delivery of construction and engineering projects while developing technical, commercial, and project management skills. Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, Graduates will gain practical experience across design coordination, site engineering, project controls, quality management, health and safety, and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Support project engineers and managers with day-to-day project activities
• Attend project meetings and contribute to technical discussions
• Assist with project reporting and documentation
• Support design reviews and coordinate with consultants and subcontractors
• Carry out site inspections and progress monitoring
• Support subcontractor coordination and site logistics planning
• Observe construction methodologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with snagging and close-out activities
• Participate in safety inspections, toolbox talks, and risk assessments
• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives where applicable
• Participate in graduate development programmes and mentoring initiatives
• Work towards professional accreditation or chartership

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Familiarity with engineering software and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally
• Excellent communication skills

We fully embrace the right of all employees to work in an environment that ensures equal opportunity and treatment with dignity and respect.