Resident Engineer

Manpower - Ireland; Castlebar; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle and fuel card

Long-term contract through May 2027

Job summary

The Mayo region requires an experienced Resident Engineer for a site-based contract in Castlebar, Mayo. You will supervise bridge construction, rehabilitation, monitor progress, maintain records, and administer contracts across multiple sites until May 2027.

Immediate start; 40 hours per week; vehicle and fuel card provided. You will liaise with contractors and clients, ensure health and safety compliance, and deliver projects to program, budget and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 7 Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• At least 5 years' post-graduate experience in a Resident Engineer role.
• Experience on masonry, concrete and steel structures is essential.
• Strong knowledge of construction supervision and contract administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with progress reporting, record keeping and site documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations and Best practices.
• Full driving licence valid for use in Ireland.
• Valid Safe Pass certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect bridge construction, repair and rehabilitation works.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure works meet contract requirements and standards.
• Review and maintain site records, reports and documentation.
• Administer construction contracts and monitor project progress.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Liaise with contractors, clients, stakeholders and site supervision team.
• Attend site meetings and provide technical guidance as required.
• Support successful delivery of projects to programme, budget and quality standards.

Skills

Civil/Structural Eng

5+ years experience

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Health & Safety knowledge

Driving licence

Safe Pass

Education

Level 7 Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Resident Engineer (Contract) - Mayo Region

Location: Castlebar, Co. Mayo (Full-Time Site Based)
Duration: Immediate Start to May 2027
Hours: 40 Hours per Week
Project Type: Bridge Construction and Rehabilitation Works

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Resident Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in the Mayo region. The successful candidate will play a key role in the supervision, administration, inspection, and monitoring of bridge construction and rehabilitation works across multiple sites throughout County Mayo.

This is a site-based role, with the successful candidate primarily based in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, while supporting construction activities across approximately 10 project locations within the county. A contractor vehicle and fuel card will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect bridge construction, repair, and rehabilitation works.

• Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are delivered in accordance with contract requirements, specifications, and relevant standards.

• Review and maintain site records, reports, and documentation.

• Administer construction contracts and monitor project progress.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and best practices.

• Liaise with contractors, clients, stakeholders, and members of the site supervision team.

• Attend site meetings and provide technical guidance where required.

• Support the successful delivery of projects to programme, budget, and quality standards.

Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Level 7 Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

• At least 5 years' post-graduate experience in a Resident Engineer role.

• Proven experience on projects involving the construction, repair, and rehabilitation of:

• Masonry structures

• Concrete structures

• Steel structures

• Strong knowledge of construction supervision and contract administration.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with progress reporting, record keeping, and site documentation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.

• Strong understanding of current Health & Safety regulations and best practices.

• Full driving licence valid for use in Ireland.

• Valid Safe Pass certification.

Desirable

• Experience administering contracts under the Public Works Contract framework.

• Previous involvement in bridge or transportation infrastructure projects.

Personal Qualities

• Self-motivated and proactive.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Positive and professional approach.

• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Willing to take ownership and responsibility for project outcomes.

What's on Offer?

• Long-term contract opportunity through to May 2027.

• Immediate start available.

• Opportunity to work on significant civil infrastructure projects in the West of Ireland.

• Vehicle and fuel card provided for travel between project sites.

• Collaborative and professional project environment.

If you are an experienced Resident Engineer with a background in civil structures and infrastructure projects and are looking for your next challenge in the Mayo region, we would like to hear from you.