Site Engineer (Cork)

ECC Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and travel allowance

Supportive team environment with career progression

Continuous training and certification support

Training & certification

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a Site Engineer to support setting out operations across multiple high-profile sites in Cork and throughout Ireland. This full-time role requires proven experience in site engineering, proficiency with setting out equipment, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and travel allowance, with opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven site engineering/setting out experience in the construction or civils sector.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings.
• Full driving licence.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel across Ireland.
• Relevant Engineering or Construction qualification (Diploma or Degree).

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out and surveying duties across various project sites.
• Work closely with project managers and subcontractors.
• Maintain site records and ensure compliance with design specs.
• Maintain site records including as-builts and QA checklists.
• Support programme milestones with on-site coordination and reporting.
• Contribute to HSEQ compliance and safety observations.
• Travel to sites across Ireland, primarily Cork region.

Skills

Site engineering/setting out experience

Proficiency with setting out equipment

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility to travel

Education

Relevant Engineering or Construction qualification (Diploma or Degree)

Tools

Total station

GPS

AutoCAD

Leica/Trimble

Job description

ECC Group Cork, County Cork, Ireland (On-site)

Site Engineer – Setting Out (Multi-Site Projects)

Cork & Nationwide Travel (Ireland)
Full-Time | Permanent
Start: ASAP

We’re hiring a Site Engineer to support setting out operations across multiple high-profile sites in Cork and throughout Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys dynamic site environments, precision work, and wants to be part of fast-paced construction delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out and surveying duties across various project sites.
• Work closely with project managers, foremen, and subcontractors to ensure accurate execution of design specs.
• Ensure all works are carried out in line with project drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
• Maintain site records including as-builts, levels, and QA checklists.
• Support the delivery of programme milestones through effective on-site coordination.
• Contribute to HSEQ compliance, daily briefings, and safety observations.
• Travel to various sites as required — primarily Dublin-based but with national scope.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven site engineering/setting out experience in the construction or civils sector.
• Proficiency with setting out equipment (e.g. total station, GPS, AutoCAD, Leica/Trimble).
• Strong attention to detail and a good understanding of construction drawings.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel across Ireland.
• Relevant Engineering or Construction qualification (Diploma or Degree).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and travel allowance
• Supportive team environment with career progression
• Continuous training and certification support