Senior Civil Engineer - Main Contractor - Dublin

Job Description

Our client is one of Ireland's leading Civil & Building Contractors with operations throughout the country.

Responsibilities:

1. Design review of submissions for earthworks, pavement, road furniture and markings and finishing to ensure compliance with the contract requirements.
2. Prepare method statements, inspection and test plans, and risk assessments.
3. Responsible for the technical development of staff members.
4. Review quality of work on all ongoing projects.
5. Ensure compliance with standards and specifications for pavement design and workmanship.
6. Supervision of earthworks, subbase, CBGM, and asphalt pavement construction.
7. Monitor work on an ongoing basis to ensure accurate testing.
8. Review and advise the design team of any modifications needed to the detailed road designs.
9. Propose cost-effective and innovative solutions to problems in road/pavement, roadworks, and finishing works.
10. Prepare estimates and participate in tender reviews as required.
11. Manage and price contract variations (continuing variations and improvement works).
12. Prepare and issue price enquiries.
13. Prepare scoping documentation, seek suppliers/subcontractors, obtain quotations, undertake technical evaluation, and make recommendations for the procurement of materials and services.
14. Communicate with and attend project progress meetings with the internal site team and clients.
15. Liaise with the Construction/Project Manager, client, and supplier on technical matters as required.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Pavement or Highway Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Geotechnical engineering, or a related Engineering field.
2. Experience in supervising, coordinating, and managing earthworks activities.
3. 5+ years Pavement/Concrete or Asphalt Construction Industry experience.
4. Familiarity with specifications for highway works and contract document preparation.
5. Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of software.
6. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
7. The ability to lead, manage, and proactively participate in project teams.
8. Hold a valid Drivers Licence.

Package:

• Salary: €65k - €75k depending on experience.
• Work vehicle where applicable.
• Pension Scheme.
• 21 annual days holidays and 9 public days.
• Annual salary review.