Senior Engineer

BAM UK & Ireland; Leinster; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% pension contribution

Private Health Insurance

Dental Plan

26 days annual leave

Wellbeing days

Maternity & paternity leave

Learning & Development opportunities

Company vehicle

Job summary

BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Senior Engineer for a civils project based in South Leinster, Ireland. You will review drawings, manage setting-out and coordinate with consultants to drive progress.

Essential: Civil Engineering degree, 5–8 years' experience, Irish regulations knowledge, proficiency in AutoCAD, Total Stations, GPS surveying equipment, and MS Office; driving licence required. Desirable: Chartership, Safe Pass, and related certifications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience in civil engineering or construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Irish construction regulations and industry standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Total Stations, GPS surveying equipment, and Microsoft Office.
• Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Ensure all setting-out works are completed accurately and in accordance with design requirements.
• Coordinate design information and resolve technical queries with consultants and designers.
• Monitor construction methodologies and propose improvements for efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to achieve programme milestones.
• Monitor daily progress and productivity against project schedules.
• Identify and mitigate construction risks and technical challenges.
• Ensure materials and resources are available to maintain planned progress.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Assist in the preparation and review of RAMS.
• Ensure environmental controls and sustainability requirements are implemented.
• Investigate and report incidents, near misses, and non-conformances as required.
• Ensure inspection and test plans (ITPs) are followed.
• Monitor workmanship standards and rectify quality issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate site records, test results, and quality documentation.
• Support project handover and commissioning activities.
• Assist in the measurement and valuation of completed works.
• Provide technical input for variations and change management.
• Monitor resource utilisation and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Support commercial teams with progress reporting and claims preparation.

Skills

Irish construction regulations

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Total Stations

GPS surveying equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe. We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

About The Role

We are recruiting a Senior Engineer to join our new civils project based in South Leinster.

What’s in it for you?

Opportunities! Opportunities to work with a great team on some of Irelands largest, dynamic and most exciting construction, civil and FM projects. Opportunity to develop your skills to the highest industry standards at one of the country's largest construction firms. We are committed to our employees and offer strong competitive salaries along with great benefits.

• 8% pension contribution.
• Private Health Insurance.
• Dental Plan.
• 26 days annual leave, incremental with years service.
• 2 Wellbeing days annually.
• Paid maternity & paternity leave.
• Learning & Development opportunities - internal progression is encouraged and fostered.
• Company vehicles (role dependent).
• .....and many more great perks.

Making Possible

• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Ensure all setting-out works are completed accurately and in accordance with design requirements.
• Coordinate design information and resolve technical queries with consultants and designers.
• Monitor construction methodologies and propose improvements for efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to achieve programme milestones.
• Monitor daily progress and productivity against project schedules.
• Identify and mitigate construction risks and technical challenges.
• Ensure materials and resources are available to maintain planned progress.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Assist in the preparation and review of Method Statements and Risk Assessments (RAMS).
• Ensure environmental controls and sustainability requirements are implemented.
• Investigate and report incidents, near misses, and non-conformances as required.
• Ensure inspection and test plans (ITPs) are followed.
• Monitor workmanship standards and rectify quality issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate site records, test results, and quality documentation.
• Support project handover and commissioning activities.
• Assist in the measurement and valuation of completed works.
• Provide technical input for variations and change management.
• Monitor resource utilisation and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Support commercial teams with progress reporting and claims preparation.

What do you bring to the role?

Essential

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience in civil engineering or construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Irish construction regulations and industry standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Total Stations, GPS surveying equipment, and Microsoft Office.
• Full driving licence.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership with Engineers Ireland.
• Safe Pass.
• Manual Handling Certification.
• Temporary Works Coordinator training.
• First Aid certification.