Site Engineer

Farrans Construction; Galway; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours (where/applic.)

Well-being programs

Generous leave policies

Job summary

Farrans Construction is seeking a hands-on Site Engineer to join our project delivery team in Ireland. You will set out, survey, and oversee quality across high-profile infrastructure works, coordinating subcontractors while maintaining strict health & safety standards.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring works meet specifications and are delivered on time. A CSCS/Safe Pass, First Aid and Manual Handling certification are required, with opportunities to develop your career on

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline).
• Proven Site Engineering experience on energy, infrastructure, industrial or aviation projects.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, technical standards and quality control.
• Experience working in a regulated or secure environment (dependent on project).
• Proficient in survey equipment, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Champion health, safety and environmental best practice across site.
• Accurate record keeping, reporting and documentation skills.
• Current CSCS/Safe Pass, First Aid and Manual Handling certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate setting out and survey control.
• Maintain as-built records and survey data.
• Ensure works are built to specification and within tolerance.
• Champion safety and site compliance.
• Drive quality through inspections and checks.
• Coordinate site teams and subcontractors to keep works moving.
• Drive quality, productivity and on-time delivery.
• Ensure materials and workmanship meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate site records, inspections and progress reports.
• Support testing, quality documentation and project handover.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to keep projects moving.
• Support planning and coordination of site activities.
• Identify risks early and keep progress on track through clear communication.

Skills

Survey equipment

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

CSCS/Safe Pass

First Aid

Manual Handling

Degree / HNC in Civil Engineering

Education

Degree or HNC in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Build your future with Farrans. As Site Engineer, you'll join our project delivery team supporting high-quality infrastructure projects that make a real difference to communities across the UK and Ireland.

Working in a fast-paced, live operational environment, you’ll play a key role in delivering critical works safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

From setting out and quality assurance to coordinating subcontractors and championing health and safety, you'll be at the heart of project delivery, helping to keep work on track while making a tangible impact on a high-profile project.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career, take ownership of key engineering activities, and help deliver infrastructure that will serve communities for years to come.

Responsibilities

What will you be doing?

Setting Out & Surveying

• Deliver accurate setting out and survey control.
• Maintain as-built records and survey data.
• Ensure works are built to specification and within tolerance.

Health, Safety & Quality

• Champion safety and site compliance.
• Drive quality through inspections and checks.

Subcontractor Management

• Coordinate site teams and subcontractors to keep works moving.
• Drive quality, productivity and on-time delivery.

Quality Assurance & Reporting

• Ensure materials and workmanship meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate site records, inspections and progress reports.
• Support testing, quality documentation and project handover.

Coordination & Communication

• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to keep projects moving.
• Support planning and coordination of site activities.
• Identify risks early and keep progress on track through clear communication.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to Farrans:

• Degree or HNC in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline).
• Proven Site Engineering experience on energy, infrastructure, industrial or aviation projects.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, technical standards and quality control.
• Experience working in a regulated or secure environment (dependent on project).
• Proficient in survey equipment, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Champion health, safety and environmental best practice across site.
• Accurate record keeping, reporting and documentation skills.
• Current CSCS/Safe Pass, First Aid and Manual Handling certification.

You’ll thrive in this role if you're a driven Site Engineer who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems and playing a key role in delivering high-quality projects from the ground up.

Please note: Due to the nature of some of our projects, successful candidates may be required to obtain airside security clearance, DBS check, driving permit, and successfully pass various pre-employment screening requirements.

In addition, willingness and ability to secure necessary European work visas, where required, is essential to support project and operational needs across the region.

About Us

Here at Farrans we build, we transform, and we connect. Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme.

The projects we deliver have an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK & Ireland. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and strive for sustainability in all we do.

Our culture is one of transparency, equality and encouragement, where questions are welcomed, learning never stops and access to support is provided.

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Benefits

• When you come to Farrans, you can make a big impact.
• We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation.
• Your well-being is our priority.
• Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential.
• Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly.
• We understand the importance of work life balance. We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work-life integration.
• We know that our most important asset is our people and that is why we have invested significantly to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all our employees.