Site Engineer — Water & Wastewater Plant Delivery

Coffey; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Coffey is seeking a Civil Engineer to support a wastewater treatment plant project in Galway, coordinated from Limerick. The role oversees project delivery from planning to completion, coordinating site activities and ensuring quality and safety across all phases.

The candidate will lead setting out, manage site operations, plan resources, and liaise with internal teams, subcontractors, and authorities to meet programme objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 3-4 years' experience in Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant construction or heavy civils.
• Full Irish/EU driving licence.
• Authorized to work in Ireland.
• Membership of a relevant Professional Institution.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, local authorities, utility providers and statutory bodies to support project delivery.
• Prepare Method Statements, Risk Assessments, Traffic Management Plans and works programmes.
• Lead site setting out, levelling and surveying activities in accordance with project drawings and specifications.
• Manage day-to-day site operations, supervising site teams and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently.
• Plan and organise labour, plant and materials to meet programme requirements and project deadlines.
• Monitor quality, health, safety and environmental compliance in line with company procedures, contract requirements and legislation.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including as-built drawings, technical reports, site diaries and project records.
• Resolve technical issues, support project planning and budgeting, and manage programme changes, variations and stakeholder requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Education

Degree or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Coffey is seeking a Civil Engineer to support a wastewater treatment plant project in Galway, coordinated from Limerick. The role oversees project delivery from planning to completion, coordinating site activities and ensuring quality and safety across all phases.

The candidate will lead setting out, manage site operations, plan resources, and liaise with internal teams, subcontractors, and authorities to meet programme objectives.