Civil Design Engineer

Job Summary

The civil design engineer is responsible for steering the design process for civil engineering projects, ensuring designs meet client requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines. The role involves working within a team of civil design engineers, providing technical guidance, coordinating design efforts, and overseeing successful project execution from conception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Coordination: Collaborate with design project managers, discipline leads, delivery teams, and stakeholders to understand project requirements, objectives and constraints; develop project plans, timelines and budgets for the design phase; coordinate interdisciplinary integration of civil engineering designs with other project elements.
• Design Development:
  • Tender stage design support
  • Constructability / Works Phasing / Option‑eering / Temporary Works Strategy
  • Pipeline Design including:
    • Site civil design
    • Slope stability analysis
    • Structure foundation, settlement assessment and anti‑flotation
    • Water & utilities pipe network design
    • Water/Wastewater treatment plant & pumping station design & detailing
    • Plant hydraulics
    • Culvert design
    • Urban roads design – kerb/pavement/footpath details
    • Material specification
    • Site & route selections
    • Planning applications
    • Flood risk assessment
  • Review of subcontracted civil engineering designs
  • Temporary Works such as crane pads, thrust restraint/pressure testing, rebar propping
• Leadership: Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Review & Approval: Review and approve design calculations, drawings and documents; ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards and regulations.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs, address concerns and solicit feedback; present design proposals, progress updates and technical reports; manage client expectations and maintain positive relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Quality Assurance & Control: Implement QA processes to maintain accuracy and integrity of design deliverables; conduct design reviews and inspections to identify and resolve issues proactively; monitor project progress and performance metrics to ensure adherence to project requirements and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent accreditation preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years extensive experience in civil engineering design, with a focus on water industry projects.
• Proven track record of successfully leading design teams and managing complex projects.
• Proficiency in Autodesk software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and other design tools.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, codes and standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Must have a Full Clean Irish/UK/European Driving Licence (essential).

No Sponsorship Available

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