Senior Resident Engineer (M&E)

Wellington Professional Recruitment; Munster; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van and Fuel Card provided

Job summary

Wellington Professional Recruitment seeks a Senior M&E Resident Engineer (Water & Wastewater) for on-site delivery across the Kerry region on major water and wastewater projects. You will supervise works, administer contracts, and support HSQE on site.

We require a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree and 10+ years in site engineering or resident roles, with strong collaboration with authorities and contractors. Van and fuel card provided. Travel across Waterford/Wexford region as needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• 10+ years of post-graduate site engineering or resident engineering experience.
• Experience with water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Strong HSQE knowledge and site safety focus.
• Proven ability to work with contractors, design teams and authorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site supervision and management across water and wastewater treatment works.
• Ensure delivery in full compliance with contract requirements and legislation.
• Collaborate with Local Authorities and project stakeholders to support delivery.
• Carry out HSQE audits and manage HSQE issues on site.
• Maintain project trackers and reporting for documentation and traceability.
• Support Design Engineers with site feedback and technical input.
• Attend and manage meetings with contractors and stakeholders, updating Regional Leads.
• Address complaints and site issues with timely resolutions.
• Create snag lists and sign off completed works to required standards.
• Conduct pre-construction site visits to identify risks and communicate findings.

Skills

On-site supervision

Contract administration

HSQE management

Stakeholder coordination

Travel flexibility

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior M&E Resident Engineer (Water & Wastewater)

Location: Kerry

Sector: M&E Engineering / Water & Wastewater

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: €75,000 - €85,000, Van and Fuel Card provided

Role Introduction and Overview

Exciting opportunity for Senior M&E Resident Engineer, Mechanical & Electrical Engineer, and Water & Wastewater Engineer to support the delivery of major water and wastewater treatment projects across the Kerry region.

You will work with a leading global engineering consultancy working on behalf of Irish Water/Uisce Éireann. The successful candidates will provide on-site supervision, contract administration, and technical support on a programme of water and wastewater treatment projects.

Working within the water and wastewater sector, you will collaborate closely with Regional Contractors, Design Engineers, Local Authorities, and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contractual, environmental, and legislative requirements. This role offers the opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects that support Ireland's water services network while contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality engineering solutions nationwide.

Key Responsibilities as Senior M&E Resident Engineer (Water & Wastewater)

• Provide on-site supervision and management across a programme of water and wastewater treatment works, including both new-build and upgrade projects.
• Work closely with Regional Contractors to ensure delivery in full compliance with contract requirements, specifications, and relevant legislation.
• Liaise with Local Authorities, project stakeholders, and design teams to support successful project delivery.
• Carry out HSQE audits, manage HSQE issues, and ensure robust health, safety, quality, and environmental standards are maintained on site.
• Maintain and update project trackers, records, and reporting systems to ensure accurate documentation and traceability.
• Support Design Engineers through the provision of site feedback, technical clarifications, and practical engineering input.
• Attend, chair, and manage meetings with Regional Contractors and project stakeholders, providing regular updates to Regional Leads.
• Manage and respond to complaints, site issues, and stakeholder concerns, ensuring timely resolution.
• Create snag lists, monitor completion of remedial works, and sign off completed works to the required standards.
• Conduct pre-construction site visits to identify potential issues, mitigate risks, and communicate findings to project teams.

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience as M&E Resident Engineer (Water & Wastewater)

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years' post-graduate experience in site engineering, construction supervision, or resident engineering roles.
• Significant experience working on water and/or wastewater infrastructure projects, including WWTW, WWTP, WTP, pumping stations, or network improvement schemes.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation, procedures, and HSQE management on live construction sites.
• Experience conducting site audits, managing HSQE issues, and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience preparing technical reports and maintaining accurate project records, trackers, and as-built/as-laid documentation.
• Strong contract administration and site supervision capabilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively with contractors, design teams, Local Authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Full flexibility to travel to project locations throughout the Waterford / Wexford region as required.