Construction Site Engineer

Job description

Overview of the Role: Due to continued success and growth across the Water division, we are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join the ECI (Early Contractor Involvement) Team as a Site Engineer. The successful candidate will work on a wide scope of Water and Wastewater Treatment projects across the Island of Ireland. The successful candidate will work alongside the Project Manager in coordinating a multi disciplined team to include process/mechanical/civil/structural/electrical work associated with various Water and Wastewater Treatment projects across the Island of Ireland. The Site Engineer will have responsibility for assisting in the on-site delivery and construction of water and wastewater treatment contracts from detailed design stage through to installation, testing and commissioning. Collaborating with the Project Manager in the implementation of delivery documentation including technical submissions, managing sub-contractor activities on site, ensuring regulatory Health & Safety compliance, overseeing installation works, and coordinating construction activities. During the delivery stage the Site Engineer will liaise with design teams and suppliers, manage subcontractors, installation personnel and commissioning teams on site to ensure that projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. Ensure all equipment is delivered, installed, tested and ultimately commissioned in accordance with contractual requirements. Day to Day of the Role: Take ownership of delegated site activities and project issues Ensure thorough knowledge and understanding of the contract for all assigned projects Ensure adherence to Veolia’s QHSE standards on site Liaison with Client and Client Representatives on site matters Communicate with the Project Manager, Design Leads and Sub-Consultants during the execution of the project Interact with our multi-disciplined engineering team, overseeing equipment installation and commissioning activities on site Organising, co-coordinating and managing site activities while maintaining H&S in line with Veolia standards Managing aspects of the project within defined budgets and agreed timelines through monitoring and tracking for adherence with the project brief and programme Apply procedures in place related to contract execution and site operations Provide site supervision cover for the construction site manager in the event of their absence Manage all site-based operatives, overseeing all aspects of their work including carrying out safety inductions, tool box talks, controlling the quality of work, ensuring method statement and order fulfilment, cleanliness and tidiness, the use of plant and tools, the reduction of waste and use of PPE Required Skills for the Role: Minimum NFQ Level 7 degree in an Engineering (Mechanical Engineering Degree is preferable) and/or Science Discipline Practical site experience (Essential) Practical experience in being part of a project team from design stages to delivery stage Managing site activities including team coordination Ability to work on own initiative and effectively manage & coordinate site activities Experience in the execution of water/wastewater engineering projects is desirable IT skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Power Point Good organisational and time management skills Self-motivated Strong communication and writing skills As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. Veolia is Ireland's leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance. When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.