Senior Project Engineer - Water

Ayesa Engineering - UK and Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Pension matching

Income protection

Life assurance

Professional development

EAP

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Ayesa Engineering - UK and Ireland is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Water to lead wastewater and water treatment design across diverse sectors in Ireland. You will oversee technical delivery, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with European codes and local standards.

The role requires Chartered or working toward ICE/IStructE with at least 5 years of experience in water distribution systems.

Qualifications

• Degree and/or Masters in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Chartered (or working toward) with ICE/IStructE, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the design and contract administration of water distribution systems, including water treatment, in the UK/Ireland.
• Experience in wastewater collector systems, pumped systems and wastewater treatment.
• Knowledge of Public Works Contracts, FIDIC, local legislation; telemetry/SCADA knowledge is a plus.
• Strong communication and team-leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead water and wastewater design and technical delivery across project stages.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Prepare and review calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with Eurocodes, British Standards, and project requirements.
• Oversee project timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Contribute to proposals, bids and business development.
• Uphold quality, safety, and sustainability standards.

Skills

Effective communicator

Team leadership

Project management

Water/wastewater design understanding

Education

Civil/Structural Eng degree

Chartered with ICE/IStructE

Job description

Build the Skyline of Tomorrow with Ayesa

Ayesa Engineering is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and project management firm with more than 60 years of experience shaping the future of the built environment. With more than 3,200 professionals in over 16 countries across the globe, the company offers innovative design, construction supervision, and consulting services in key sectors, including transportation, water, buildings and cities, and energy. A Top 50 Global Engineering firm, Ayesa Engineering is recognised for its technical excellence and its ability to manage complex infrastructure projects for public and private clients, combining deep sector expertise with a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge solutions.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior Project Engineer - Water, you’ll lead and deliver wastewater and water treatment & distribution design packages across diverse sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and public infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead water and wastewater design and technical delivery across project stages
• Manage and mentor junior engineers and technicians
• Prepare and review calculations, technical drawings, specifications, and engineering reports
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure compliance with Eurocodes, British Standards, and project requirements
• Oversee project timelines, team resources, and deliverables
• Contribute to proposals, bids, and business development activities
• Uphold quality, safety, and sustainability standards throughout

What You Bring

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree and/or Masters in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Chartered (or working toward) with ICE/IStructE, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the design and contract administration of water distribution systems, including water treatment, in the UK/Ireland
• Considerable proven experience in the design of wastewater collector systems, pumped systems and wastewater treatment
• Knowledge of the Public Works Contracts, FIDIC, local legislation and its application. Knowledge of telemetry/SCADA systems would be an advantage
• Effective communicator and team leader, able to manage multiple priorities

What’s in It for You

• Hybrid Work Model (2-3 days from home)
• Flexible Hours 37.5 per week (Core: 10am-4pm Mon-Thu, 10am-3pm Fri)
• Pension Matching & Financial Planning Support
• Income Protection & Life Assurance
• Professional Development and Chartership Support
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Sustainability & Innovation-Focused Culture
• Generous Annual Leave with Additional Days Based on Service

We’re Inclusive by Design

Ayesa Engineering is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background or neurodiversity. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and stronger outcomes. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices, providing reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities, and ensuring equal access to opportunities for learning, development, and progression across our organisation.