Senior Engineer - Hourly Paid - Large Scale Build Projects
JOB_53272521121922Job type
TemporaryLocation
Dublin North/MeathWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ConstructionIndustry
ConstructionPay
Hourly Paid - €40:00 - €55:00
Senior Engineer - Hourly Paid - €40:00 - €55:00 Per Hour - Main Contractor
Your New Company
Your new organisation is a leading, family-owned construction and engineering company with over 100 years of history. It has grown into one of Ireland’s most prominent construction firms, operating across Ireland, the UK, and mainland Europe. They specialise in large-scale projects across sectors like commercial, residential, infrastructure, healthcare, and life sciences.
Your New Role
Your new role within the contactor will be paid by the hour to allow for financial benefit. You will operate in Dublin and the site location will be chosen to be as close to your home location as possible.
As a Senior Engineer, you’ll play a leading role on one of their major construction projects, taking ownership of all engineering functions and acting as the key point of contact for technical leadership, quality assurance, and site coordination.
Working closely with your project manager and wider project team, you’ll ensure that the highest standards are maintained across all aspects of engineering, with a strong focus on planning, quality control, and temporary works management. As a Senior Engineer, you’ll play a leading role on one of their major construction projects, taking ownership of all engineering functions and acting as the key point of contact for technical leadership, quality assurance, and site coordination.
- Lead engineering strategy and on-site technical control
- Provide oversight for setting out, QA, record keeping, and engineering deliverables
- Coordinate and manage temporary works and lifting operations
- Mentor and guide site engineers and graduates
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality procedures, and safety protocols
- Develop and review Inspection & Test Plans, method statements and risk assessments
- Identify and resolve technical queries and RFIs
- Drive timely close out of non-conformances and maintain robust documentation
What You'll Need to Succeed
For the role, it is expected that you possess;- Degree in Civil Engineering (B.Eng. or equivalent).
- Some forms of Temporary Works Coordinator training and scaffold awareness etc.
- You will have experience in construction site engineering, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role
What You'll Get in Return
Working for this main contractor comes with a mix of professional development, strong company culture, and practical perks that many employees appreciate. Here's a snapshot of their benefits.
- Hourly paid staff will be paid for each hour worked on site. This is a great perk and your hourly rate will depend on your relevant experience, and it will be as high as €55:00 per hour
- The company emphasises values like care, integrity, and excellence, and fosters a collaborative, inclusive environment.
- Staff enjoy up to 26 days of annual leave, early finishes on Fridays, and flexible working arrangements in some departments.
- They invest heavily in employee growth through structured training programs, mentorship, and opportunities to work on high-profile projects across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.
- While some roles can be demanding, many employees highlight the company’s efforts to support well-being and personal development.
- You will have exposure working on some large-scale landmark projects with a pipeline of work for the next 10+ years.
What you need to do now
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Senior Engineer - Hourly Paid - Large Scale Build ProjectsJOB_532725211219222025-06-262025-09-25
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