Site Civil Engineer

Sigmar Recruitment; Galway; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Career progression

Exposure to major infra projects

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is seeking a Civil Site Engineer for a market-leading civil contractor delivering major infrastructure projects around Limerick. You will manage technical and site operations, ensuring works meet drawings, specifications and safety standards.

Key duties include setting out, levelling, surveying, supervising site works, coordinating teams and subcontractors, maintaining records, QA, and reporting progress.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as Civil Site Engineer or in a similar civil/infra role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of setting out, site supervision, and construction processes.
• Excellent organizational, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant technical software and documentation.
• Full driving license and willingness to work on site in Limerick.

Responsibilities

• Setting out, levelling, and surveying sites to align with project drawings and specs.
• Supervising site works, resolving technical issues, and coordinating teams and subcontractors.
• Maintaining accurate site records, QA, and progress reporting.
• Supporting health and safety procedures and ensuring regulatory compliance across activities.
• Providing technical support to the project team, liaising with design teams, clients and site management.
• Contributing to efficient project delivery and problem-solving.

Skills

Site supervision

Setting out

Surveying

Problem solving

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

We are a specialist recruitment agency working with a market-leading civil engineering contractor delivering high-profile infrastructure projects across Limerick and the wider region. With a focus on technical excellence, teamwork, and safety, the company offers a supportive environment and clear paths for professional growth within a dynamic industry.

About Your New Role

As a Civil Site Engineer, you will play a key role in managing technical and site operations for major civil works in Limerick, ensuring all activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and in accordance with project requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting out, levelling, and surveying sites to align work with project drawings and specifications.
• Supervising site works, resolving technical and operational issues, and coordinating teams and subcontractors.
• Maintaining accurate site records, quality assurance, and reporting on progress.
• Supporting health and safety procedures and ensuring regulatory compliance across all activities.
• Providing technical support to the project team, liaising with design teams, clients, and site management.
• Contributing to efficient project delivery and problem-solving.

What Skills You Need

• At least 2 years' experience in a Civil Site Engineer or related role within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of setting out, site supervision, and construction processes.
• Excellent organizational, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant technical software and documentation.
• Full driving license and willingness to work on site in Limerick.

What's on Offer

• Structured training and clear career progression within an expanding project portfolio.
• Opportunity to work on prominent civil infrastructure projects in Limerick.
• Supportive, growth-focused team culture and professional development.
• Long-term career prospects with a reputable civil engineering contractor.