MEICA Project Engineer

Glanua; Ennis; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP – 24/7 confidential counselling

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Competitive base salary

Job summary

Glanua is seeking an MEICA Project Engineer to join our on-site team in Ireland. You will lead and support multiple projects, ensuring HSQE compliance and managing day-to-day site operations.

You will review methods, risk assessments, and quality records while coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors to deliver on time and within budget. A background in water/wastewater and a Level 7 engineering degree is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar MEICA role, preferably in water and wastewater industries.
• Level 7 Honours Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
• Interest in developing a career within an industry‑leading organisation.
• Ability to work as part of a project delivery team and contribute in meetings.
• Ability to engage with suppliers and sub‑contractors during procurement and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team delivering one or more projects while maintaining a one-team culture.
• Ensure HSQE standards, policies and procedures are followed on-site.
• Be familiar with HSQE management system and current statutory requirements.
• Provide coverage for the project manager and manage day-to-day site operations.
• Understand project programmes and budgets and assess impact of overruns.
• Prepare and submit Method Statements and Risk Assessments before activities.
• Ensure quality procedures and FAT/SAT/ITRs testing are completed per quality plan and Employer’s Requirements.
• Prepare project handover files including O&M Manuals, Safety Files and As Constructed Drawings.
• Engage with suppliers and sub-contractors for equipment selection and procurement.
• Liaise with consultants, subcontractors and site team; conduct weekly planning meetings.
• Monitor progress on-site and adjust workflow to achieve completion dates.
• Keep up-to-date with standards and CPD; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

GPS

Total Station

CAD

Communication

Driving licence

Education

Level 7 Honours Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics/Chemical or Environmental Engineering

Job description

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

The main duties and responsibilities of the MEICA Project Engineer are outlined as follows:

• Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to on-site.
• Be familiar with the HSQE management system and procedures in conjunction with the current statutory requirements
• Be available and willing to provide coverage should the project manager be absent for any reason, assuming the role of managing the day-to-day operation of the site
• Need to be familiar with programme and budgets for the project, fully understanding the impact any overruns shall have on the project
• Review, prepare and submit detailed Method Statements and Risk Assessments prior to work activities commencing.
• Ensure project is delivered in-line with quality procedures and that all Factory Acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), inspection and test records (ITRs), pipe pressure testing, hydrostatic tank testing and commissioning of the works are completed in-line with the quality plan and Employer’s Requirements.
• Preparation and submission of project handover files including O&M Manuals, Safety Files and As Constructed Drawings.
• Ensuring design, materials and workmanship is in line with the specified requirements
• Engage with supplier and sub-contract chain to select vendors for project delivery. Provide recommendations on equipment selection as part of the design and procurement process and utilise procurement software to ensure materials and subcontracts are ordered/ awarded as and when required.
• Liaise with relevant consultants, subcontractors, site staff, commercial resources and the general site team involved in the project
• Completion of weekly whiteboard meetings on site, planning the efficient and safe delivery of works
• Day to day interaction with the employer’s representatives, stakeholders and members of the public
• Monitor progress onsite to ensure delivery in line with works programme, adjust workflow and rate as necessary to achieve or better completion date.
• Keep appraised of the latest standards and technology through continuous professional development (CPD).
• Show an eagerness to learn and progress in your own career as well as the mentoring and training of more junior staff. Glanua has a proven track record of developing graduates from college through to director level within the organisation.
• Other duties as required from time to time.

Role:

MEICA Project Engineer

Location Base:

Salary:

Competitive

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

The main duties and responsibilities of the MEICA Project Engineer are outlined as follows:

• Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to on-site.
• Be familiar with the HSQE management system and procedures in conjunction with the current statutory requirements
• Be available and willing to provide coverage should the project manager be absent for any reason, assuming the role of managing the day-to-day operation of the site
• Need to be familiar with programme and budgets for the project, fully understanding the impact any overruns shall have on the project
• Review, prepare and submit detailed Method Statements and Risk Assessments prior to work activities commencing.
• Ensure project is delivered in-line with quality procedures and that all Factory Acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), inspection and test records (ITRs), pipe pressure testing, hydrostatic tank testing and commissioning of the works are completed in-line with the quality plan and Employer’s Requirements.
• Preparation and submission of project handover files including O&M Manuals, Safety Files and As Constructed Drawings.
• Ensuring design, materials and workmanship is in line with the specified requirements
• Engage with supplier and sub-contract chain to select vendors for project delivery. Provide recommendations on equipment selection as part of the design and procurement process and utilise procurement software to ensure materials and subcontracts are ordered/ awarded as and when required.
• Liaise with relevant consultants, subcontractors, site staff, commercial resources and the general site team involved in the project
• Completion of weekly whiteboard meetings on site, planning the efficient and safe delivery of works
• Day to day interaction with the employer’s representatives, stakeholders and members of the public
• Monitor progress onsite to ensure delivery in line with works programme, adjust workflow and rate as necessary to achieve or better completion date.
• Keep appraised of the latest standards and technology through continuous professional development (CPD).
• Show an eagerness to learn and progress in your own career as well as the mentoring and training of more junior staff. Glanua has a proven track record of developing graduates from college through to director level within the organisation.
• Other duties as required from time to time.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the MEICA Project Engineer are outlined as follows:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a similar role, preferably in the water and wastewater industry.
• Minimum of a Level 7 Honours Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
• An interest in developing a career within an industry-leading organisation.
• Ability to work as part of a team in project delivery and provide input at team meetings.
• Ability to engage with suppliers and sub-contractors at procurement stage and in the delivery of their scope of supply during contract delivery.
• Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise during project delivery.
• Good working knowledge of MS packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good working knowledge in the use of GPS, total station and CAD.
• Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
• Full driving licence

What we offer you:

• The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation.
• Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Competitive base salary.
• Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free to avail for employees and their families.

Glanua is a progressive company that always seeks to develop its employees. When you demonstrate aptitude and interest in furthering your career within the organisation, training and promotion will always be available to you.

We have a talented team of 600+ people across Ireland and the UK and are rapidly expanding our workforce across several disciplines to meet our ambitious growth plans.

Glanua Limited is an equal opportunities employer.