Site engineer

About Us Carroll OKeeffe is a well-established Irish construction company with over 37 years of experience in delivering projects across the residential, educational, commercial, healthcare, and heritage sectors.

We take pride in a reputation built on integrity, collaboration, and a relentless focus on quality as reflected by multiple wins at the Irish Construction Excellence Awards.

As a business where Directors remain hands-on, we deliver agile decision-making, a proactive approach to challenges, and lasting partnerships with clients who return to us time and again.

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join our Residential project in Kilkenny.

The Site Engineer is responsible for managing on-site operations, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high-quality and safety standards.

Working closely with Project Manager, the Site Engineer will translate designs into actionable tasks, ensuring progress aligns with specifications.

They will collaborate with subcontractors, tradespeople, and site teams to coordinate activities, resolve challenges, and maintain workflow efficiency.

As a key point of contact, the Site Engineer will liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities to address concerns, provide updates, and ensure compliance with regulations.

The role requires a proactive approach, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering excellent results.

Key Responsibilities : Oversee and manage construction projects from planning to completion.

Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and contingency strategies.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required specifications and standards.

Participate in design review for feasibility and compliance, collaborating with architects and consultants to optimize construction efficiency.

Implement quality control measures and ensure compliance with industry regulations and Health & Safety standards.

Monitor construction progress, site activities, and project costs, maintaining accurate records and documentation (e.g., site diaries, QA, as-builts).

Conduct site surveys and levelling in line with drawings and specifications.

Liaise with clients, stakeholders, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.

Provide regular updates, reports, risk assessments, and method statements.

Requirements : Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the construction industry.

Extensive experience in construction engineering, with a proven track record of successful project management Strong understanding of Irish Building Regulations and construction practices.

Familiarity with Irish construction regulations, standards, and best practices.

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Full Driver's Licence.

Benefits Competitive salary : Negotiable, depending on experience Company vehicle, laptop, andmobile phoneprovided Clear project scope and location stability for the full duration Hands-on support from a senior management team Opportunity to work with a respected, award-winning contractor Positive and collaborative work culture Skills : Engineering site engineering Construction