Site Civil Engineer- Connemara

NexVentur; Galway; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Interesting civil engineering project

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

NexVentur is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Site Engineer to join our civil team on a West Galway site. You will lead setting-out, supervise field activities and ensure works meet drawings, specifications and programme.

You will manage daily site records, permits, RAMS, toolbox talks and QA/QC processes while coordinating with the Project Manager and client team. A strong civil background and practical site focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Civil/Construction Engineering.
• Experience setting out on civil sites and interpreting drawings.
• Familiar with site safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Site engineering and setting out to drawings and specs.
• Manage daily site diaries, GRNs and permits to work.
• Use Total Stations, EDM and laser levels for setting out.
• Coordinate with project team to resolve on-site issues.
• Maintain as-built surveys and project records.
• Support QA/QC with ITPs and testing where required.

Skills

Setting out

Site engineering

Robotic Total Stations

Interpreting drawings

Problem solving

Communication

HSE awareness

Education

Third-level Civil Engineering qualification

Tools

Robotic Total Stations

EDM surveying equipment

Laser levels

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description:

Project Engineer / Site Engineer - Civil Engineering

West Galway

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Engineer / Site Engineer to join our team on an exciting civil engineering project.

The project involves the construction of a new car park and walking trail, incorporating an extensive boardwalk and associated civil engineering infrastructure.

The successful candidate will have strong setting-out experience and a background in general civil engineering works, including drainage, sewerage, ducting, foundations, car park construction and water crossings.

You will play a key role in the technical and day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, to specification and within programme.

Key Responsibilities

Site Engineering & Setting Out

• Establish and maintain level and survey control across the project.
• Carry out accurate setting out of works in accordance with construction drawings and specifications.
• Operate robotic Total Stations, EDM instruments, laser levels and other surveying equipment.
• Undertake regular setting-out checks and ensure accuracy of completed works.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical information.
• Resolve technical challenges and identify practical solutions to site issues.
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and survey records.

Daily Site Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain daily site diaries, records, photographs and labour allocation sheets.
• Manage material requisitions and Goods Received Notes (GRNs).
• Prepare and deliver daily Job Safety and Site Planning (JSSP) briefings.
• Issue and manage Permits to Work, including Permit to Break Ground.
• Carry out AF3 excavation inspections.
• Manage site inductions and maintain induction registers.
• Ensure RAMS and lifting plans are reviewed and signed by relevant personnel.
• Manage Working at Height permits and associated documentation.

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

• Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture across the project.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and relevant health, safety and environmental legislation.
• Carry out plant, lifting equipment and ladder inspections, maintaining accurate registers.
• Manage Permit to Pump requirements and Temporary Works inspections.
• Organise and deliver Toolbox Talks.
• Ensure safe systems of work are implemented and maintained.
• Promote environmental awareness and maintain appropriate waste disposal records.

Quality Assurance & Control

• Implement and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Coordinate concrete sampling and cube testing, maintaining the concrete cube register.
• Arrange plate bearing tests and other material testing as required.
• Ensure concrete pre-pour inspections and checklists are completed before each pour.li>
• Carry out ducting quality checks covering delivery, installation, backfilling and proving.
• Maintain quality documentation for drainage, pipework and air testing.
• Ensure all quality records and as-built information are maintained throughout the project.
• Coordinate snagging and ensure works are completed to the required standard before handover.

Procurement & Resource Management

• Prepare material and plant requisitions using the mWorker application.
• Coordinate material submittals and obtain the necessary approvals.
• Manage plant on-hire and off-hire requirements.
• Prepare procurement schedules and liaise with the procurement department to ensure materials and equipment are available when required.
• Monitor site resources and highlight potential shortages or delays.

Project & Commercial Management

• Monitor construction progress against the agreed programme using Microsoft Project.
• Attend weekly internal project meetings and fortnightly client meetings.
• Coordinate design queries and technical submissions with the Project Manager, line manager and client engineering team.
• Raise Technical Queries (TQs) and Early Warning Notifications where required.
• Identify and communicate potential variations and Confirmations of Verbal Instructions (CVIs).
• Liaise with management regarding commercial matters.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and improvements in project delivery.
• Support the preparation of project handover documentation and final records.

Essential Requirements

• Third-level qualification (minimum or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2-3 years' site-based setting-out experience.
• Previous experience working on civil engineering projects.
• Strong practical knowledge of construction methods and site engineering procedures.
• Experience using robotic Total Stations or EDM surveying equipment.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and technical specifications.li>
• Good understanding of health and safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Valid Safe Pass certification.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing site priorities.
• Self-motivated, proactive and results-driven approach.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in Temporary Works Coordination.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• IOSH or SMSTS qualification.
• CSCS Location of Underground Services certification.
• Knowledge and experience of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Experience preparing project handover files and as-built documentation.
• Experience in drainage, sewerage, ducting, foundations and utility installations.
• Experience in road construction, car park layouts and water crossings.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and site personnel.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work on an interesting civil engineering and infrastructure project.
• Challenging and varied site-based engineering responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced project delivery team.
• Potential for further opportunities within the business.