Senior Structural Engineer — Lead Residential Projects (Cork)

DBFL Consulting Engineers Ltd.; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension matched up to 5%

Annual leave 23 days

Job summary

DBFL Consulting Engineers Ltd. in Cork is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to lead a design team on large-scale residential developments.

You will oversee delivery from design through handover, manage people and budgets, review calculations, and liaise with clients and contractors to ensure compliance with Building Regulations.

The role offers hybrid working, Chartered status preferred, and a path for professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Honours degree (Level 8) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered status with 8–10 years’ experience is preferred.
• Extensive structural design experience on buildings, especially large-scale residential and student accommodation.
• Experience with Irish building regulations and Eurocodes.
• Proficiency in Tekla Structural Designer and Tekla Tedds.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of medium and large-scale residential projects nationwide, especially Cork.
• Oversee delivery from design through handover, including people management, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Review and approve structural calculations, drawings, and specifications, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Liaise with clients, design teams and contractors to support project growth and team development.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Structural design experience

Client communication

Budgeting/financial management

Regulatory knowledge

Team mentoring

Driving licence

Education

Honours degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered engineer

Tools

Tekla Structural Designer

Tekla Tedds

Job description

DBFL Consulting Engineers Ltd. in Cork is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to lead a design team on large-scale residential developments.

You will oversee delivery from design through handover, manage people and budgets, review calculations, and liaise with clients and contractors to ensure compliance with Building Regulations.

The role offers hybrid working, Chartered status preferred, and a path for professional development within a supportive team.