Lead Site Engineer - On-Site Impact & Growth

OCC Construction; Galway; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Training & CPD opportunities

Pension contributions

Job summary

OCC Construction seeks a Senior Site Engineer to join our expanding team and take a hands-on lead role on site, coordinating with the project team to ensure timely delivery of technical information and high-quality execution.

You will oversee setting out, surveying, temporary works, and health & safety compliance while mentoring junior engineers. The role includes records in Procore and close collaboration with subcontractors to achieve first-time quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a similar role.
• Engineering Degree required.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and competencies in setting out, surveying and temporary works.
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge on Irish construction sites.
• Proven management skills and ability to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities on site, coordinating with the project team to ensure timely delivery of technical information and smooth execution of works.
• Oversee site engineering activities to ensure alignment with drawings, specifications, programme and quality standards.
• Record site activities and project information in Procore (training will be provided).
• Mentor and support junior engineers and site staff, promoting continuous learning and best practices.
• Ensure all works comply with ISO procedures, project quality plans and health & safety requirements.
• Supervise subcontractors and check quality of works.
• Conduct document reviews, scheduling and attend site meetings to ensure overall construction programme.
• Manage project close out, including warranties, guarantees and acceptance of work.

Skills

Site engineering

Project coordination

Team leadership

Quality assurance

Health & safety

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

Procore

MS Office

CAD

Document control systems

Job description

OCC Construction seeks a Senior Site Engineer to join our expanding team and take a hands-on lead role on site, coordinating with the project team to ensure timely delivery of technical information and high-quality execution.

You will oversee setting out, surveying, temporary works, and health & safety compliance while mentoring junior engineers. The role includes records in Procore and close collaboration with subcontractors to achieve first-time quality.