Senior Resident Engineer – Civil

Nicholas O'Dwyer Ltd; Leinster; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas O’Dwyer Ltd is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer – Civil with 10+ years of on-site supervision and contract administration experience to lead site supervision on water and wastewater projects.

You will work with the broader team in an Irish-owned company within the RSK Group, delivering high-quality civil engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with QA processes and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Civil Engineering.
• Have a satisfactory knowledge of civil engineering works, building construction, and project management.
• Have at least 10 years of satisfactory post‑graduate experience of which at least 7 years were in on‑site supervision, contract administration, and project management of civil engineering works.

Responsibilities

• Liaison and management of the other members of the Resident Engineers' Team.
• Reporting to the Employer’s Representative.
• Deal with contractual matters on-site related to the works.
• Coordinating Contract interfaces with respect to the works.
• Liaison with Stakeholders.
• Assessment of Contractor claims and writing reports on same.
• Assessment of Contractor payment applications against work completed.
• Assessment of Contractor performance against Contractual KPIs.
• Assessment of Contractor submissions including method statements and preparation of clear comments.
• Review Contractor design submissions against Employers’ requirements and preparation of clear comments.
• Supervision of works, keeping records, measuring, managing correspondence, and contractual documentation.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Civil engineering

On-site supervision

Project management

Contract administration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Company

At Nicholas O'Dwyer, sustainability is at the core of our work. If you are looking to advance your career in a socially responsible company, which has a proven track record over 90 years, and is committed to creating a sustainable planet, we invite you to be part of our team.

The Vacancy

Our mission is to provide innovative and reliable solutions using cutting edge technology and expertise, to ensure project success and employee satisfaction. We deliver infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection, and energy including renewables. With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

As part of the RSK Group, an amalgamation of over 200 companies with more than 17,000 employees, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy.

About the Role

We currently are seeking to fill the positions of Senior Resident Engineer – Civil with the preferred candidates having at least 10 years of experience in a similar role.

This roles provides an exciting opportunity to play a vital role within the site supervision team on Water and Wastewater infrastructure projects in a rapidly growing established Irish-owned company where efficient procedures and processes, in an ever-changing business environment, are a must.

The successful candidate will be an integral member of our Team and will work with our Staff to ensure the highest quality and standards are achieved in all our activities and services that we provide to our Clients.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Liaison and management of the other members of the Resident Engineers' Team.
• Reporting to the Employer’s Representative.
• Deal with contractual matters on-site related to the works.
• Coordinating Contract interfaces with respect to the works.
• Liaison with Stakeholders.
• Assessment of Contractor claims and writing reports on same.
• Assessment of Contractor payment applications against work completed.
• Assessment of Contractor performance against Contractual KPIs.
• Assessment of Contractor submissions including method statements and preparation of clear comments.
• Review Contractor design submissions against Employers’ requirements and preparation of clear comments.
• Supervision of works, keeping records, measuring, managing correspondence, and contractual documentation.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Key Requirements

• Hold a degree in Civil Engineering.
• Have a satisfactory knowledge of civil engineering works, building construction, and project management.
• Have at least 10 years of satisfactory post‑graduate experience of which at least 7 years were in on‑site supervision, contract administration, and project management of civil engineering works.
• Have experience in the construction of water/wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, pumping stations, deep excavations, marine outfalls, civil structures, or similar works.
• Be capable of writing clear and concise reports and keeping work records.
• Be proficient in the use of computers in relation to document handling and production of reports.
• Full Clean Driving License.
• Have a satisfactory knowledge of construction contracts.
• Attention to detail and the ability to comply with Quality Assurance Management Systems are essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages such as Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication skills, coordination, and organizational skills.

About Us

Our mission is to deliver sustainable solutions that transform communities and bring about lasting positive change. Through a blend of expertise, innovation and global dedication, we envision a world where sustainable engineering protects growing communities.

Nicholas O’Dwyer provides professional services in engineering design, project management, environment and planning, construction supervision and technical and contract advisory. We are one of the most respected Irish consultancies operating in local and international markets, providing professional services to public- and private-sector clients.

Whether in Ireland, the UK or internationally, we understand and solve major challenges associated with delivering and adapting infrastructure for an increasing global population while maintaining a sustainable environment for future generations.

Nicholas O’Dwyer is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people‑first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?