Site Engineer

PJ Hegarty & Sons; Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PJ Hegarty & Sons in Cork is looking for an experienced Site Engineer to oversee high-quality work on various projects. You will ensure compliance with regulations, manage project specifications, and collaborate closely with site personnel. The ideal candidate will hold a third-level qualification in Engineering and have at least 2-3 years of post-qualification experience. Strong interpersonal, communication, and IT skills are essential. A full driving license is required. Join us to contribute to our tradition of excellence in construction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years post-qualification experience.
• Self-motivated to deliver on safety, quality & programme.
• Full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee high quality work and compliance to regulations.
• Report to the Project Manager and coordinate all engineering aspects.
• Set out from engineers’ drawings and maintain site records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT Skills

Teamwork

Education

Third level qualification in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Established in 1925, PJ Hegarty is Ireland's most progressive building company. We undertake projects throughout Ireland and the UK from offices in Dublin, Cork, Limerick & London and are a leading company in large scale construction. As a family owned company from its inception, we, like you, have a long proud tradition of working within our respective industries for the benefit of our customers, our people and the community.

Specifics of the Job

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Engineer in the Cork Area. You will be overseeing and ensuring high level quality work and ensuring it complies with the regulations and the general and specific specifications of the project. You will also be working closely with the site personnel to deliver the project to the highest possible standard.

Overview

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Site Engineer will be responsible for planning, coordination and supervision of all the engineering aspects throughout the project. The Site Engineer will work closely with the site personnel to deliver projects to the highest possible standard.

Key Duties

• Setting-out from engineers’ drawings, site surveys, as-built drawings
• Reading & interpreting drawings for layouts, materials measure etc.
• Working with subcontractors/general workforce on site
• Planning works in an efficient manner to ensure programme targets are achieved
• Liaising with client’s representatives/Design Team members as appropriate
• Ensuring that all works are carried out to the highest Health and Safety standards.
• Ensuring work is carried out to the highest of quality standards.
• Ordering and control of materials on site.
• Maintaining the site records as required

Skills / Experience Required For The Role

• Completed a third level qualification in Engineering or related discipline
• 2-3 years post-qualification experience minimum
• Strong interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivating to deliver on safety, quality & programme
• Strong IT Skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Full driving license

Diversity and Inclusion

The Company is an Equal Opportunities employer and recognises its responsibility to provide equality of opportunity to employees and prospective employees. Our Aim is to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of religious belief, political opinion, gender, marital status, civil status, sexual orientation, disability, race, age and membership of the Traveller community. The Company will not accept or tolerate any form of discrimination, direct or indirect, by any member of the Company. The Company is committed to the fair treatment of employees at all times.