Resident Engineer- Roads

Resident Engineer - Roads

• Location: Dublin
• Sector: Roads and Utilities Permanent Reinstatements
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Salary: €65-75k

Role introduction and overview:
Our client is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to support the delivery, inspection and supervision of roads and utilities reinstatement projects in Dublin. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with strong experience in civil engineering, site supervision, contract administration and project delivery who is looking for a client-side role within an established organisation working across essential infrastructure works.
The role will focus on overseeing permanent reinstatement works associated with roads and utilities activities, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with required standards, specifications and programme requirements. This position will suit candidates with a background in roadworks, public realm reinstatement, utilities interface works or similar civil infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities as Resident Engineer:

• Supervise roads and utilities permanent reinstatement works on site, monitoring quality, workmanship and progress
• Inspect reinstatement activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications and contract requirements
• Monitor contractor performance and report on site progress, issues and completed milestones
• Oversee compliance with the contractor's Health and Safety Plan and relevant site procedures
• Provide technical guidance and on-site observations during excavation reinstatement, pavement construction and associated civil works
• Maintain accurate site diaries, inspection records and project documentation
• Review completed works and identify any defects, non-conformances or remedial actions required
• Measure completed work and support verification of quantities and progress against programme
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to support efficient project delivery
• Assist with the administration of contracts and the implementation of project instructions as required

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience as Resident Engineer

• A Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Approximately 7 years' industry experience in site supervision, contract administration and project management of civil engineering works
• Demonstrable experience in road reinstatement, utilities reinstatement, roadworks or comparable civil infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of construction quality control, inspection processes and on-site supervision duties
• Good understanding of Health and Safety regulations and safe systems of work on live civil engineering sites
• Satisfactory knowledge of construction contracts and contract administration procedures
• Ability to review site activities against specifications, standards and project requirements
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage records, inspections and reporting requirements effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients, contractors and wider project stakeholders

How to apply:
If you believe this Resident Engineer - Roads and Utilities Reinstatement role aligns with your experience, please apply via the button provided. Upon receiving your application, we will contact you to discuss your suitability and next steps. All correspondence will be handled confidentially.
For more information, please contact Anne or Michael at Wellington Professional Recruitment.
This vacancy is being advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency on behalf of our client.