Lead Civil Engineer – Life Sciences & Pharma Facilities

Jacobs; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Ireland is seeking a Lead/Senior Civil Engineer to support life science and pharmaceutical projects. You will oversee the design, development, and execution of civil engineering solutions for high-value facilities, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring seamless delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, 7+ years in civil engineering (life sciences/pharma preferred), and knowledge of drainage, water storage, and road layouts, with strong client

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership of civil/design teams on large-scale facilities projects.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams including environmental, mechanical, and structural engineers.
• Strong understanding of drainage design, water storage facilities, and road layouts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design team for civil works.
• Manage design processes for water storage, drainage, and utilities.
• Supervise project deliverables to meet deadlines and milestones.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., Eurocodes, BS).
• Provide mentoring to junior engineers and coordinate with environmental, mechanical, and structural teams.

Skills

Project leadership

Team management

Engineering design

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Jacobs in Ireland is seeking a Lead/Senior Civil Engineer to support life science and pharmaceutical projects. You will oversee the design, development, and execution of civil engineering solutions for high-value facilities, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring seamless delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, 7+ years in civil engineering (life sciences/pharma preferred), and knowledge of drainage, water storage, and road layouts, with strong client