Senior Site Engineer

Walls Construction; Athlone; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Professional subscription support

Additional benefits

Job summary

Walls Construction is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to support the Construction Management Team, delivering on-site control and the successful completion of building elements. This role requires technical oversight, coordination of site activities, and leadership of site engineering functions.

Based in Ireland, the Senior Site Engineer will manage setting-out teams, ensure quality and safety, review plans, and liaise with subcontractors and clients to drive projects forward.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a Site Engineer role with a Main Contractor.
• Proven experience using setting-out equipment such as total stations, GPS, and laser levels.
• Strong knowledge of temporary works coordination.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work independently and use initiative in solving problems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise setting out engineers to ensure works are delivered accurately and efficiently.
• Inspect shuttering, reinforcement, and dimensional compliance prior to concrete pours, and maintain accurate materials reconciliation records.
• Review plans and drawings to verify accuracy of calculations and ensure compliance with design and specifications.
• Liaise with subcontractors, clients, consultants, and other project stakeholders to coordinate site activities.
• Oversee quality control measures and ensure full compliance with health and safety standards and site procedures.

Skills

Setting-out equipment

Total stations

GPS

Laser levels

Temporary works coordination

Attention to detail

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Role Overview

The Senior Site Engineer will play a key role in supporting the Construction Management Team, ensuring effective on-site control and successful delivery of the building elements of construction projects. This position involves technical oversight, coordination of site activities, and leadership of site engineering functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise setting out engineers to ensure works are delivered accurately and efficiently.

• Inspect shuttering, reinforcement, and dimensional compliance prior to concrete pours, and maintain accurate materials reconciliation records.

• Review plans and drawings to verify accuracy of calculations and ensure compliance with design and specifications.

• Liaise with subcontractors, clients, consultants, and other project stakeholders to coordinate site activities.

• Oversee quality control measures and ensure full compliance with health and safety standards and site procedures.

Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Site Engineer role with a Main Contractor.

• Proven experience using setting-out equipment such as total stations, GPS, and laser levels.

• Strong knowledge of temporary works coordination.

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work independently and use initiative in solving problems.

Rewards & Benefits

• A competitive and attractive rewards package, including car allowance, pension scheme, professional subscription support, and additional benefits.

• Opportunities for enhanced responsibility, professional development, and long-term career progression within the company.

Diversity & Inclusion at Walls Construction

At Walls Construction, we believe diversity strengthens our business and inclusion fosters innovation. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, or membership of the Travelling community.

Reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process are available on request.