Senior Project Engineer - Main Contractor - Little Island - Cork

Office/Project Location: Little Island, Cork

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Location: Site Based

Pay: Competitive salary negotiable depending on experience with a comprehensive company benefits package

Experience: 5+years, ideally with buildings, structural steel and cladding projects

Our client is one of Ireland’s leading specialist Energy, Water and Wastewater Design, Build Contractors.

They require an experienced Senior Project Engineer to work on a 2 year construction project of a anaerobic digestion plant based in Little Island, Cork

Carry out regular design reviews to ensure structural steel, cladding, and building works meet project requirements, industry standards, and client specifications.

Oversee daily civil and structural activities on site, including supervision of subcontractors, monitoring progress, and ensuring all works are executed in line with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

Manage projects or key elements of projects from inception to completion, including planning, resourcing, scheduling, and cost control.

Ensure the safe and efficient erection of structural steel, installation of cladding systems, and completion of associated building works.

Implement and enforce quality procedures, conducting inspections of steelwork, cladding, and finishes. Address non-conformities and ensure corrective measures are applied.

Ensure strict compliance with health and safety legislation. Carry out regular inspections, promote a safety-first culture, and implement measures to mitigate risks on site.

Oversee completion, testing, and final inspections of structural and building elements to ensure handover is in line with client expectations.

Liaise with design teams, consultants, subcontractors, and project managers to resolve technical and site issues. Maintain clear communication to ensure smooth delivery.

Prepare scopes of work, manage subcontractor performance, and ensure delivery in accordance with project requirements.

Maintain accurate records of drawings, inspections, progress reports, and handover documentation.

Assist in site investigations, design coordination, and project planning across civil, structural, and building works.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management (or equivalent).

5+ years post-graduate experience in structural steel, cladding and building works.

Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.

Proven track record in managing subcontractors and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

Excellent oral communication and written reporting skills.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Full clean Irish/EU driving licence.

Must be authorised to work in Ireland (no sponsorship available).

Package

Competitive Salary negotiable depending on experience with a comprehensive company benefits package

Contact

Sheila McNeice is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a Project Manager interested in roles based in Kerry, you can contact Sheila by e-mail at sheila@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-7978720 for a confidential chat.

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