Senior Civil engineer

Access Talent Group is working with a long-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy that is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join its growing team in Dún Laoghaire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking engineer who is passionate about active travel, urban infrastructure and the delivery of high-quality public realm projects.

The successful candidate will lead civil engineering design across a range of schemes, taking responsibility for projects from feasibility and preliminary design through to detailed design and construction support.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, local authorities and other stakeholders while providing technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.

The company

Our client is a respected Civil, Structural and Transportation Engineering consultancy with more than 70 years of experience delivering major infrastructure and building projects across Ireland and internationally.

The company employs over 115 people across two offices and has established a strong reputation for combining technical excellence with practical and buildable engineering solutions.

As an Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited Employer, the consultancy offers a supportive environment focused on mentoring, professional development and long-term career progression.

Key responsibilities

Lead the delivery of civil engineering designs across active travel, public realm and urban infrastructure projects.Manage projects through feasibility, preliminary design, detailed design and construction support.Design roads, junctions, streetscapes, walking routes and cycling infrastructure.Prepare and review engineering drawings, calculations and technical documentation.Ensure designs comply with relevant Irish standards, including DMURS, NTA, TII and Traffic Signs Manual guidance.Coordinate with structural engineers, landscape architects and other multidisciplinary design teams.Attend client, stakeholder and project meetings.Liaise with local authorities, utility providers and relevant approval bodies.Prepare technical reports, specifications, contract documents and project programmes.Carry out site surveys, inspections and construction-stage support.Mentor technicians and junior engineers.Contribute to design reviews, quality assurance and continuous improvement.Ensure projects are delivered safely, sustainably and within agreed deadlines.

Candidate requirements

A Level 8 Degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.A minimum of 10 years’ relevant civil engineering experience.Strong experience delivering urban infrastructure, active travel, roads or public realm projects.Proven ability to manage projects through multiple design stages.Strong knowledge of Irish engineering standards and guidance, including DMURS, NTA, TII and TSM.Proficiency in AutoCAD.Civil 3D experience would be highly advantageous.Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving ability.Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.Experience mentoring or guiding junior staff is desirable.Chartered Engineer status, progress towards Chartership or an interest in achieving professional accreditation is preferred.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.Hybrid working arrangements.Flexible working hours.Company pension scheme.Ongoing CPD and professional development support.Structured training and mentoring.Professional membership fees covered.Educational assistance.TaxSaver commuter ticket scheme.Cycle to Work scheme.Regular social and company events.Exposure to high-profile infrastructure and building projects.Clear opportunities for continued career progression.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Gary Carroll at Access Talent Group for a confidential discussion.