Senior Engineer

Farrans

Connacht

On-site

EUR 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for a Site Engineer in Connacht. In this role, you will manage site engineers and support the Site Agent in daily operations, ensuring quality control and compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure programs, preferably in water. The position is full-time and offers a range of benefits aimed at fostering growth and development.

Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure programmes in the water sector.
  • Ability to effectively delegate tasks to the engineering team.
  • Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Manage site engineers and support the Site Agent in running the site.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
  • Provide engineering support for technical problems and queries.

Skills

Project management
Quality control
Health and Safety knowledge
Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

You will be primarily involved in the daily inspection of the quality of the work completed onsite. Alongside the site you will initiate continuous improvements to ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget. This will ensure the customers expectations are met, whilst aligning the activities within the industry standards.

Responsibilities
  • Manage site engineers and support the Site Agent and supervisors with the day to day running of the site
  • Support the site agent to deliver exemplary health, safety, environmental and quality performance
  • Responsible for quality control, understanding of specifications, and DWI requirements.
  • Provide engineering support to ensure technical problems are overcome and technical queries are answered
  • Take a proactive approach to resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise
  • Responsible for providing and maintaining setting out and dimensional control, to ensure accurate construction of the work
Qualifications
  • Educated to degree standard in Civil Engineering or equivalent
  • You should have demonstrable (5 years) of experience of being part of a large-scale infrastructure programmes of work ideally within the water sector.
  • Ability to plan ahead and effectively delegate tasks to the engineering team.
  • An appropriate and valid CSCS / CSR card
  • Sound knowledge of latest building regulations, legislation and Health and Safety
  • Working knowledge in Microsoft Office packages
  • Full Manual UK driving license essential
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written) and able to engage with all stakeholders at all levels
  • Excellent attention to detail and meticulous planning and organizational skills
Benefits

Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Job Info
  • Job Identification 214
  • Job Category Civil Engineering
  • Posting Date 04/17/2026, 12:46 PM
  • Locations 99 Kingsway, Belfast, Co. Antrim, BT17 9NU, GB
  • Job Schedule Full time
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