Senior Engineer

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health and lifestyle supports

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sisk is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the engineering function on our project(s) in Ireland. You will co‑ordinate with the line manager and provide engineering leadership for setting out, onsite control and QA oversight, ensuring alignment with Sisk quality procedures.

You will also oversee Temporary Works coordination and lifting operations where required. The role requires strong communication, a broad exposure to design management, and experience across piling, geotechnical and

Qualifications

• B.Eng Civil Engineering degree required.
• Temporary Works Coordinator training or equivalent.
• Lifting operations awareness course or equivalent.
• Operations Appointed Persons course would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering function on assigned project(s) and coordinate with line manager.
• Set engineering strategy for setting out and onsite control.
• Ensure QA procedures, record keeping and adherence to Sisk quality requirements.
• Manage Temporary Works coordination and lifting operations where required.
• Review NCRs and ensure timely closeout.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Quality control

Survey/Dimensional control

Communication

Digital information systems

Education

B. Eng Civil Engineering

Temporary Works Coordinator training

Lifting Operations training

Appointed Persons course

Tools

A‑Site

Viewpoint for Projects

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

Overview

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change. The Senior Engineer manages the engineering function as the senior representative, co‑ordinates with the line manager and provides Engineering Leadership for their respective project(s). Sets the strategy for Engineering setting out and onsite control, along with the (Engineer/Assistant Engineer) and subordinates/supply chain. Is the primary point of reference for QA, record keeping and production ensuring the establishment and maintenance of the Sisk Quality procedures and requirements. Also takes responsibility for Temporary Works Control/Co‑ordination and where required actively manages lifting operations.

Responsibilities

• Competent and demonstrates advanced awareness in the best forms of dimensional control and is comfortable in rotating global grids into local grid format
• Ensures that site and graduate engineers take responsibility for the management of survey equipment
• Ensures that the engineering team completes as‑built surveys for key elements. Understands key tolerances and can analyse details across several interfaces to highlight potential problems
• Completes an individual daily diary
• Competent in the principles of quality control for most packages. Can review and create Inspection & Test Plans. Can readily display advanced knowledge of key packages such as concrete, drainage, steelwork and brickwork
• Has a good awareness of the project specifications, in particular tolerances for vertical and horizontal structural elements
• Controls the components of the SISK Non‑Conformance procedure. Is comfortable in creating and closing out Non‑Conformances. Understands the cost of defects and remedial works. Works actively to close out NCR’s in a timely manner
• Is competent in the issuing of “Permits to break ground”
• Can review and create method statements and risk assessments
• Identifies where information is missing and has an excellent working knowledge of the project RFI process

Experience

• Is fully competent in understanding the dangers of underground services and the risk control procedures required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Is competent in the use of digital information systems i.e. A‑Site,
• Viewpoint for Projects, etc.
• Significant experience in the design management process
• A broad range of technical exposure, within the following trades - Piling, Geotechnical, Substructures (including Waterproofing)

Qualifications

• B. Eng Civil Engineering
• Temporary Works Coordinator training
• Lifting Operations basic awareness course
• A61 CPCS Lifting
• Operations Appointed Persons course
• Scaffold awareness/inspection
• Planning & programming software

Additional Information

What We Offer

At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports
• Career development opportunities
• And much more as part of our Total Rewards programme

Our People & Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.

Encouraging All Talent to Apply

We understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & Transparency

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.