Lead/Senior Civil Engineer - Life Sciences

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

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We are seeking a Lead/Senior Civil Engineer to support life science and pharmaceutical projects in Ireland. The successful candidate will oversee the design, development, and execution of civil engineering solutions for high-value, cutting-edge facilities. This position involves leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring the seamless delivery of complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design team for civil works
• Manage design processes, including water storage facilities, drainage systems, road layouts, and underground utilities
• Supervise and coordinate project deliverables to achieve deadlines and milestones
• Ensure compliance with British Standards, Eurocodes, and other relevant regulations
• Review geotechnical reports, soil compaction, and consolidation studies
• Prepare contract documents, technical reviews, and approvals during construction phases
• Provide mentoring and guidance to junior engineers, ensuring high-quality design calculations and project execution
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including environmental, mechanical, and structural engineers

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in civil engineering, preferably within the life sciences or pharmaceutical sectors
• Strong understanding of drainage design, road layouts, and water storage systems
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships
• Membership or eligibility for membership with Engineers Ireland (MIEI or CEng preferred)

Preferred Experience

• Experience with industrial or biopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities preferred
• Knowledge of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS)
• Previous involvement in high-value projects with accelerated timelines

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead innovative projects in the life sciences sector
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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