Senior Civil Engineer

CS Consulting Group Civil & Structural Engineers; Munster; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Company pension

Annual leave

CPD programme

Mentoring

Job summary

CS Consulting is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead the design and delivery of site infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage, and utilities, from concept to construction. You will work with clients, design teams, contractors, and public authorities, shaping projects across Ireland.

Join an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited employer offering hybrid working, continuing professional development, and clear career progression within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Level 8 or higher degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng MIEI) or progressing toward chartership is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, with Irish consultancy experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through feasibility, planning, detailed design, procurement, and construction.
• Design and coordinate site infrastructure including drainage (SuDS), roads, utilities, and water services.
• Deliver designs in accordance with Irish standards and statutory requirements.
• Prepare reports, flood risk assessments, and planning documentation.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Project leadership

Client liaison

Communication

Leadership

Education

Level 8 (or higher) Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

InfoDrainage

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

Limerick | Lead Landmark Projects | Career Progression | CPD Accredited Employer

The Opportunity

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you'll take ownership of projects from concept through to construction, leading the design and delivery of site infrastructure including roads, drainage, and utilities. You'll work closely with clients, design teams, contractors, and public authorities, helping to shape projects that have a lasting impact on communities across the region and beyond.

About CS Consulting

CS Consulting is a multidisciplinary engineering consultancy delivering practical, buildable solutions across civil, structural, and traffic engineering disciplines. Our projects span residential, commercial, industrial, hospitality, healthcare, education, public sector, and infrastructure developments throughout Ireland and internationally.

What You'll Work On

You'll contribute to a varied and exciting portfolio of projects, including:

• Private residential developments (high-rise and low-rise) nationwide
• Public sector housing projects for Local Authorities and the Land Development Agency (LDA)
• Infrastructure and site development for major schemes
• Refurbishment and conservation of historic structures for OPW and other public clients
• New-build commercial offices and hotels
• Commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects
• Industrial and data centre developments

Your Responsibilities

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will:

• Lead projects through feasibility, planning, detailed design, procurement, and construction
• Design and coordinate site infrastructure including drainage (SuDS), roads, utilities, and water services
• Deliver designs in accordance with Uisce Éireann, TII, DMURS, and relevant Irish standards
• Prepare engineering reports, flood risk assessments, planning documentation, and technical submissions
• Develop detailed design packages, specifications, and tender documentation
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Coordinate with contractors, Local Authorities, statutory bodies, and multidisciplinary design teams
• Undertake BCAR inspections and support construction-stage delivery
• Attend and lead project and design team meetings
• Support and mentor junior engineers as part of a collaborative team environment

What We're Looking For

• Level 8 (or higher) Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience (at least 2 years' experience within an Irish engineering consultancy desirable)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng MIEI) or actively progressing toward chartership
• Strong background in drainage, road, and water infrastructure design
• Experience delivering projects from planning through to construction
• Working knowledge of Irish design standards, codes, and approval processes
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Full driving licence
• Experience with AutoCAD, InfoDrainage (or equivalent), and Civil 3D (desirable)
• Experience managing project teams and mentoring junior engineers (desirable)

Who You Are

• A proactive and solutions-focused engineer
• Comfortable taking ownership and leading projects independently
• An effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Commercially aware with sound technical judgement
• Detail-oriented with practical site and construction knowledge
• Ambitious, collaborative, and committed to continuous professional development

Salary, Benefits & Professional Development

At CS Consulting, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an environment where engineers can thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Company pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Professional membership fees paidChartership mentoring and support
• Structured CPD programme and ongoing technical training
• Access to a broad range of challenging and high-profile projects
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams
• Clear career progression pathways and leadership opportunities
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and a supportive workplace culture

Committed to Your Development

As an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer, CS Consulting is part of an exclusive network of organisations recognised for their commitment to developing and supporting engineering professionals.

Our accreditation reflects our investment in continuous learning, technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and career progression. Whether you are working towards Chartered Engineer status or seeking to further develop your technical and leadership capabilities, you'll benefit from structured training, mentoring, and hands-on experience across a diverse range of projects.

Why Join CS Consulting?

• Lead impactful projects across the Mid-West region and beyond
• Strong pipeline of local and national work
• Genuine project ownership and autonomy
• Support from an experienced multidisciplinary team
• Clear pathway for career progression and leadership opportunities
• Exposure to a broad range of sectors and project types
• Collaborative, supportive, and growth-focused culture
• Long-term career development with an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and your work makes a meaningful impact.