Site Engineer - Setting out Engineer - Sligo

Office/Project Location: Sligo

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Location: Covering sites nationwide

Pay: €45K-€65K Negotiable based on experience and qualifications,

Experience: 2+ years

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our Client carries out an expansive range of design services within the Architectural, Engineering, Construction and Operations industry, throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced site engineer to join a Leading Digital Survey team and work on the client side overseeing site contractors on projects nationwide

As a Setting Out Engineer you will be responsible for setting out and surveying construction works on-site to ensure accuracy and compliance with project designs 

and specifications. You will interpret drawings and models, verify site levels and dimensions, and provide precise data to support construction teams and project managers.

Day-to-day tasks include coordinating with site management and subcontractors, maintaining accurate records of set-out points, conducting quality checks, and assisting with as-built surveys and reports. 

You will use modern surveying instruments and digital tools, support the implementation of BIM and geospatial workflows, and help ensure that health and safety standards are followed on site. 

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Sligo.

Requirements

Strong setting out and surveying skills, including use of total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and laser levels.

Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, 3D models, and specifications, ideally with exposure to BIM or digital engineering tools.

Experience with geospatial data collection, site measurements, and preparation of as-built records and reports.

Solid understanding of construction processes, tolerances, and quality standards in sectors such as data centres, life sciences, or commercial projects.

Commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practices on active construction sites.

Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with project managers, designers, trades, and external stakeholders.

Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.

Relevant engineering or surveying degree/diploma (e.g., Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Engineering) or equivalent practical experience.

Proficiency with common IT tools (e.g., MS Office) and familiarity with surveying or CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, or similar) is an advantage.

Full driving license and eligibility to work on-site in Sligo and, when required, elsewhere in Ireland depending on project location.

Package

€45K-€66K Negotiable based on experience

Contact

Sheila McNeice is the consultant managing this position.

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

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