Site Engineer

SYSTRA UK & Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSTRA UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support the NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor in Dublin. The role focuses on hands-on site supervision, inspections, and record-keeping to ensure compliance with contract standards and project scope.

The successful candidate will have civil site works experience and familiarity with NEC4 contracts, with a strong eye for detail and independent site work capability. Training will be provided to develop quality assurance expertise.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil site works on live infrastructure projects.
• Able to work under main contractor or supervision teams.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist NEC4 Project Supervisor with day-to-day site inspections, quality checks, and compliance verification.
• Monitor workmanship, materials, and testing activities against drawings and ITPs.
• Maintain detailed site records, photographs, and inspection reports.
• Identify and record defects or non-conformances and support closeout with the project team.
• Check temporary works, traffic management, and safety arrangements against method statements and permits.
• Support environmental, safety, and quality audits on site.
• Liaise with engineers, foremen, and quality reps to ensure clear communication.
• Assist in preparing inspection forms and as-built records.
• Participate in progress meetings and provide factual updates on workmanship.
• Support reporting and dashboards for handover and project closure.
• Promote continuous improvement in construction quality and safety.

Skills

Site engineering

NEC4 familiarity

Quality control

On-site supervision

Civil drawings reading

Education

Diploma/degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

SYSTRA are looking to expand our Signature Team in Ireland, working on high profile infrastructure projects, we are building on our 50 years of success in the UK & Ireland by growing our team and looking for passionate people to deliver projects across our portfolio.

Context

We are now seeking to strengthen and grow our Engineering team in our Dublin office, by recruiting an experienced Site Engineer.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a range of experience within the Construction and Engineering industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Civil Engineer to further their career in a highly motivated and inspirational environment.

Missions/Main Duties

The Site Engineer will support the NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor in monitoring and assuring the quality, safety, and compliance of civil engineering construction works on site. The role focuses on practical site supervision, inspection, and record keeping — ensuring that works delivered by the Design and Build Contractor meet the standards, specifications, and requirements set out in the contract and project scope.

This is a hands‑on site role, ideal for an experienced site engineer or site manager with a strong understanding of civil construction and an interest in developing quality and assurance expertise. Full training and ongoing mentoring in NEC4 processes, quality control, and inspection procedures will be provided.

Duties

• Assist the NEC4 Project Supervisor with day‑to‑day site inspections, quality checks, and compliance verification of civil works.
• Monitor workmanship, materials, and testing activities against approved drawings, specifications, and inspection/test plans (ITPs).
• Maintain detailed and accurate site records, photographs, and inspection reports.
• Identify and record defects or non‑conformances and support their closeout through the project team.
• Check that Contractor’s temporary works, traffic management, and safety arrangements comply with approved method statements and permits.
• Support environmental, safety, and quality audits on site.
• Liaise with the Contractor’s engineers, foremen, and quality representatives to ensure clear communication and resolution of issues.
• Assist in the preparation and review of inspection forms, test records, and red‑line markups for as‑built documentation.
• Participate in progress meetings and provide factual updates on workmanship and testing.
• Support the NEC4 Project Supervisor with reporting, assurance dashboards, and records for handover.
• Promote continuous improvement and good practice in construction quality and safety management.

Profile/Skills

Essential

• Previous experience in civil engineering site works — ideally as a Site Engineer, Site Manager, or General Foreman.
• Practical experience in one or more of the following:
  • Roadworks, drainage, or utilities construction;
  • Earthworks, reinforced concrete, or structural works;
  • Streetscape / urban infrastructure delivery.
• Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and testing requirements.
• Experience working under a main contractor or supervision team on live infrastructure projects.
• Strong attention to detail, proactive approach to problem‑solving, and ability to work independently on site.

Desirable

• Previous experience working under NEC3 or NEC4 contracts.
• Experience with inspection and test planning, quality records, or site assurance documentation.
• Understanding of environmental and safety requirements for road or utility works.
• Diploma or degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related discipline.
• Safe Pass (required). Manual Handling and SLG/LUGS (advantageous)