Senior Civil Engineer - Building & Infrastructure Lead

Waterjobsuk; Dublin, Galway; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WaterJobsuk is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Galway or Dublin. You will lead and manage a diverse portfolio of civil projects across residential, healthcare, education and sports infrastructure, ensuring efficient delivery and the highest standards.

You will oversee planning, technical delivery, commercial performance and client relationships, while maintaining quality, safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering is required or equivalent.
• Chartered status with Engineers Ireland is required.
• Proven experience delivering civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of consultancy and construction contracts including Public Works Management Framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning, programming and resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project resources in collaboration with senior management, ensuring effective delivery.
• Oversee quality assurance, Health and Safety and environmental compliance in line with relevant management systems.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including BCAR and Health and Safety requirements.
• Manage project finances, including cash flow, invoicing schedules, client payments and outstanding debtors.
• Act as the main point of contact between clients, internal teams and senior management.
• Establish project briefs, work breakdown structures, budgets and agreed terms and conditions.
• Develop and maintain project programmes in consultation with clients.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants, ensuring clear responsibilities and budget controls.
• Ensure designs are prepared by suitably qualified personnel and independently reviewed before submission.
• Maintain a strong focus on client requirements, value, quality and efficient project delivery.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Member of Engineers Ireland

Job description

WaterJobsuk is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Galway or Dublin. You will lead and manage a diverse portfolio of civil projects across residential, healthcare, education and sports infrastructure, ensuring efficient delivery and the highest standards.

You will oversee planning, technical delivery, commercial performance and client relationships, while maintaining quality, safety and regulatory compliance.