Site Engineer

Sigmar Recruitment; Connacht; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment represents a leading main contractor delivering award-winning residential projects across Ireland. A Site Engineer is sought for a large-scale Ballina development valued at €21 million.

You will set out, level, survey, supervise activities, and coordinate with project management, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure quality, safety, and sustainability on site. The role offers a clear pathway for professional development within a contractor known for innovation and quality

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer on large residential projects.
• Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of setting out, site procedures, and construction management.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a project team.

Responsibilities

• Set out, level, and survey site works per project specs.
• Oversee construction activities ensuring quality and safety.
• Manage and maintain site documentation; coordinate with project management, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement on site.
• Promote sustainability and innovation throughout project delivery.

Skills

Setting out

Site procedures

Construction management

Communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Site Engineer – Ballina

About Your New Employer

We are a specialist recruitment agency representing a leading main contractor delivering award-winning residential projects across Ireland. With over 15 years’ experience, our client is recognized for innovation, Lean Construction principles, a focus on sustainability, and an excellent track record of quality project delivery across multiple sectors.

About Your New Role

As a Site Engineer, you’ll play a key role in managing technical operations for a large-scale residential development (valued at €21 million), delivering 80 residential units in Ballina.

You will:

• Set out, level, and survey site works per project specifications.
• Oversee and supervise construction activities to ensure quality, safety, and compliance.
• Manage and maintain site documentation and coordinate with project management, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement on site.
• Promote the integration of sustainability and innovation throughout project delivery.

What Skills You Need

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer, preferably on large-scale residential projects.
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent.
• Strong technical knowledge of setting out, site procedures, and construction management.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic project team.

What’s on Offer

• Salary of €45,000–€65,000 DOE.
• Key role on a high-profile, €21 million residential development in Ballina.
• Supportive team culture and structured training to foster your professional development.
• Opportunity for career progression with a contractor known for quality and innovation.

If you’re seeking to grow your engineering career on a significant residential project, we’d love to hear from you.