Site Agent - Civil Contractor - Waterford

Office/Project Location: Waterford

Employment Type: Full time

Work Location: Site

Pay: Salary €65k - €75k negotiable based on experience

Experience: 4+years' experience in civil engineering infrastructure projects

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is a leading European main contractor delivering vital infrastructure and high-quality building projects across Ireland.

The Civil Site Agent is required to join a team on a civils project based in Waterford

Design review of submissions for earthworks, pavement, road furniture, markings and finishings to ensure it complies with the contract requirements.

Prepare method statements, inspection and test plans and risk assessments.

Responsible for the technical development of staff members.

Review quality of work on all ongoing works.

Ensure compliance with standards and specifications for pavement design and workmanship.

Supervision of earthworks, subbase, CBGM and asphalt pavement construction.

Monitors work on an ongoing basis to ensure accurate testing.

Review and advise the design team of any modifications needed to the detailed road designs.

Propose cost effective and innovative solutions to the problems in road/pavement, roadworks 

and finishing works.

Prepare estimates and participate in tender reviews as required.

Manage and price contract variations (continuing variations and improvement works).

Prepare and issue price enquiries.

Prepare scoping documentation, seek suppliers / subcontractors, obtain quotations, 

undertake the technical evaluation, and make recommendations for the procurement of 

materials and services.

Communicate with, and attend project progress meetings with the internal site team and clients.

Liaise with the Construction/Project Manager, client and supplier on technical matters as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or Geotechnical engineering or related Engineering field.

Experience in supervising, coordinating and managing earthworks activities.

Familiarity with specification for highway works and contract document preparation.

Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of software.

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

The ability to lead, manage and proactively participate in project teams.

Hold a valid Drivers Licence.

Package

Salary €65k - €75k negotiable based on experience 

Generous pension contribution

Private Health Insurance and Dental Plan

26 days annual leave, incremental with years of service

2 Wellbeing days annually

Learning & Development opportunities for internal progression

Company vehicle (role dependent)

Contact

Sheila McNeice is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a Civil Senior Engineer interested in roles in Waterford you can contact Sheila by e-mail sheila@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-7978720 for a confidential chat.

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