Resident Engineer - Galway / Mayo

We’re looking for a Resident Engineer to oversee a landmark civil and environmental engineering project across two sites in Galway and Mayo. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible environmental impact while working on complex and rewarding works.
  
About the Project
  
This project focuses on the environmental remediation and restoration of historic landfill sites. Works include:

• Earthworks and capping systems
• Drainage and gas collection infrastructure
• Environmental monitoring and compliance
• Ensuring EPA-standard restoration for sustainable land reuse

  
Your Role
  
As Resident Engineer, you will act as the on-site representative, responsible for day-to-day supervision, quality assurance, and contract compliance. You’ll ensure that all works are completed to the highest safety, environmental, and technical standards, both on time and within budget.
  
Key Responsibilities
  

• Oversee and monitor site construction activities to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Maintain daily site records, reports, and photographic documentation.
• Review and approve method statements, inspection/test plans, and quality documentation.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Liaise with the project team, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Certify works for payment and manage project documentation.
• Co-ordinate progress meetings and oversee testing and commissioning of systems.

  
What We’re Looking For
  
Essential:

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5+ years’ experience in civil engineering: ideally in landfill, waste, or environmental remediation.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with Public Works Contracts.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Full, clean driver’s licence with flexibility to travel between Galway and Mayo sites.

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer status (or working toward it).
• Experience in local authority or EPA-regulated remediation projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and GIS.

  
What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (negotiable DOE)
• Health and wellbeing supports (medical benefit, EAP, screenings)
• Pension, death & disability cover, and professional membership support
• 24 days annual leave + 4 company days
• Early Friday finish and flexible working options
• CPD support and professional development opportunities

  
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