Site Engineer

Walls; Kildare; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Professional subscription support

Additional benefits

Job summary

Walls Construction is seeking a Site Engineer to support the Construction Management Team in on-site delivery of building projects. You will oversee setting out, quality control, coordination of site activities, and ensure works meet project specifications and standards.

Role offers strong progression within a dynamic team, with a competitive rewards package including car allowance, pension, and professional subscription support.

Qualifications

• A relevant Engineering qualification with a minimum of 2–3 years’ experience with a building contractor.
• Strong IT skills and knowledge of surveying instruments and site equipment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-focused, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Candidates can expect strong progression opportunities within a short timeframe.
• Rewards & Benefits include car allowance, pension scheme, professional subscription support, and additional benefits.
• Opportunities for increased responsibility and long-term career progression within the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out, levelling, and quality control activities, including monitoring concrete quality through cube sampling, slump testing, and related procedures.
• Inspect shuttering, reinforcement, and dimensional accuracy prior to concrete pours, and maintain accurate materials reconciliation records.
• Maintain comprehensive records of site activities, including site diaries, quality documentation, and upload to DMS.
• Supervise directly employed staff and subcontractors involved in various construction aspects.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, quality, and operational policies and procedures.

Skills

IT skills

Surveying instruments

Team player

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Document Management System (DMS)

Job description

Role Overview

The Site Engineer will support the Construction Management Team in the effective on-site delivery of building projects. This role involves overseeing setting out, quality control, coordination of site activities, and ensuring works are carried out in accordance with project specifications, company standards, and statutory requirements.

Role Overview

The Site Engineer will support the Construction Management Team in the effective on-site delivery of building projects. This role involves overseeing setting out, quality control, coordination of site activities, and ensuring works are carried out in accordance with project specifications, company standards, and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out, levelling, and quality control activities, including monitoring concrete quality through cube sampling, slump testing, and related procedures.
• Inspect shuttering, reinforcement, and dimensional accuracy prior to concrete pours, and maintain accurate materials reconciliation records.
• Maintain comprehensive records of site activities, including site diaries, quality documentation, and the uploading of relevant information to the Document Management System (DMS).
• Supervise directly employed staff and subcontractors involved in various aspects of the construction process.
• Ensure full compliance with the Company’s health & safety, environmental, quality, and operational policies and procedures at all times.

Requirements

• A relevant Engineering qualification with a minimum of 2–3 years’ experience working with a building contractor.
• Strong IT skills and a good working knowledge of surveying instruments and site equipment.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and solutions‑focused, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Candidates demonstrating commitment and capability can expect strong opportunities for progression within a short timeframe.
• Rewards & Benefits
• A competitive and attractive rewards package, including car allowance, pension scheme, professional subscription support, and additional benefits.
• Opportunities for increased responsibility, continued professional development, and long-term career progression within the organisation.

Diversity & Inclusion at Walls Construction

At Walls Construction, we believe diversity strengthens our business and inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, or membership of the Travelling community.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any support.