Site Engineer

Dublin
3 weeks ago
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i'm currently hiring for one of Ireland's premier construction companies who arte on the lookout for a Site Engineer to take part in the Lucan Public Realm project. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to take on large scale complex projects to enhance their engineering skills

Responsibilities

  • Sets out the works in accordance with drawings, specifications and site surveys

  • Liaises with the project planners regarding construction programmes and supplier outputs

  • Checks materials and works in progress for compliance with the specified requirements

  • Adheres to all safety company requirements as outlined in the company safety statement

  • Inputs into specific elements of the Inspection and Test Plans, and ensures that our supply chain provide test data to back up the contract technical requirements

  • Raises RFI’s and resolves technical issues with employer’s representatives, suppliers, subcontractors and statutory authorities

  • Quality control and record keeping in accordance with procedural method statements, quality plans and inspection and test plans which have been prepared by the project management team and by subcontractors

    Experience

  • At least 3 years post qualification experience with good knowledge of the sector or experience within a project-based organisation

  • Articulate and numerate capable of delivering reports verbally and written in an objective and persuasive manner

  • Displays good interpersonal and communication skills and acts in an independent and professional manner with the ability to influence others including senior management

  • Working knowledge of Control of Temporary

  • Works (ability to act as the TWC advantageous)

    Qualifications

  • Degree / Diploma in Engineering

  • Lifting Supervisor Certification

  • Temporary Works

  • Coordinator trained (TWC)

  • Chartered or working towards professional status with Engineers Ireland or Institute of Civil Engineers

    Additional Information

  • Competitive Salary

  • Professional and Educational development

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: €60,000.00-€70,000.00 per year

    Work Location: In person

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