Site Engineer

Brightpath Recruitment; Letterkenny; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpath Recruitment is seeking a Site Engineer for a large-scale educational project in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. You will set out and survey works, read drawings, and coordinate with subcontractors on a Tier 1 contractor site.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and at least 2 years on building projects, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and collaboration on a fast-paced site. DOE salary up to €65,000.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (must-have).
• Experience in setting out, surveying, reading drawings and working with architectural/structural details is required.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills for a fast-paced site.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying works to ensure alignment with design drawings.
• Coordinating with subcontractors, foremen, and site operatives to deliver high-quality work.
• Conducting quality checks and maintaining accurate site documentation.
• Maintaining site safety and contributing to a culture of compliance and best practice.
• Liaising with design and management teams to report progress and resolve technical queries.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

Reading drawings

Quality assurance

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

Job description

Salary Up to €65,000 DOE

Are you a Site Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? We are currently hiring for a pivotal role on a large-scale educational project in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, with one of Ireland’s most established main contractors.

With over six decades of experience across both civil and building works, this company is known for delivering complex, high-value projects across Ireland and Europe. From hospitals and data centres to major infrastructure schemes and educational facilities, their track record speaks for itself. A commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee development has seen them win numerous awards and retain a loyal, highly-skilled team.

This is a unique opportunity to join a project that will positively impact the region’s educational infrastructure, while gaining hands‑on experience with a Tier 1 contractor that actively supports career progression and continued learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting out and surveying works to ensure alignment with design drawings.
• Coordinating with subcontractors, foremen, and site operatives to deliver high-quality work.
• Conducting quality checks and preparing accurate site documentation.
• Maintaining site safety and contributing to a culture of compliance and best practice.
• Liaising with the design and management teams to report progress and resolve technical queries.

Requirements:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working on building projects (residential, commercial, healthcare, or education).
• Experience in setting out, reading drawings, and working with architectural/structural details.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced site environment.

Take the opportunity to work with a contractor where your growth is prioritised, and your work directly contributes to meaningful infrastructure that will benefit generations to come.