Lead Structural Engineer - Large Residential (Cork, Hybrid)

DBFL Consulting Engineers; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension matched up to 5%

23 days annual leave

Tax saver scheme

Job summary

DBFL Consulting Engineers in Cork seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead a design team on large-scale residential developments. You will drive delivery from design to handover, managing people, budgets, and client relationships.

The role requires an Honours degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Chartered status (or 8–10 years’ experience) and experience with Eurocode 2. Proficiency in Tekla Structural Designer and Tekla Tedds is essential.

Qualifications

• Honours degree (Level 8) in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Chartered status preferred with 8–10 years' experience.
• Proven structural design experience on large-scale residential and student accommodation projects; RC design to Eurocode 2.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations and Irish standards incl. Eurocodes.
• Hands-on experience with Tekla Structural Designer and Tekla Tedds.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of medium and large-scale residential projects nationally, with focus on Cork.
• Oversee design through handover; manage people, projects, and budgets; chair meetings; monitor site compliance.
• Review and approve structural calculations, drawings and specifications; ensure compliance with Building Control (Amendment) Regulations.
• Liaise with clients, design teams and contractors; support team growth and development.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Financial management

Client relationship management

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Education

Honours degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Tekla Tedds

Job description

DBFL Consulting Engineers in Cork seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead a design team on large-scale residential developments. You will drive delivery from design to handover, managing people, budgets, and client relationships.

The role requires an Honours degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Chartered status (or 8–10 years’ experience) and experience with Eurocode 2. Proficiency in Tekla Structural Designer and Tekla Tedds is essential.