Civil/Site Engineer – Civil Engineering & Infrastructure [ROI]

Reference ID:

CENG/ROI

Build Your Future with Wills Bros

Wills Bros Ltd is one of Ireland’s leading Tier 1 civil engineering and infrastructure contractors, delivering complex and high-profile projects nationwide. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects, we are hiring Civil Engineers and Site Engineers who want to develop their careers with a leading Irish main contractor.

This is an excellent opportunity for a site-based Civil Engineer to gain hands-on experience across roads, bridges, structures, utilities, drainage, earthworks, aviation, marine and heavy civil engineering projects while building strong technical, commercial and project delivery skills.

Why Join Wills Bros?

At Wills Bros, we believe our success is built on our people. We provide a supportive environment where talented professionals can take ownership of their work, continue to develop their skills and build long-term careers. When you join our team, you’ll benefit from:

• A strong and secure pipeline of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to a diverse range of project sectors across Ireland.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Support towards professional memberships and chartership.
• A collaborative, safety-focused culture.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced and respected industry professionals.

Project Experience

Our teams deliver a diverse range of infrastructure projects including:

• Roads and transport infrastructure
• Bridges and structures
• Marine and coastal engineering
• Aviation infrastructure
• Utilities and water infrastructure
• Earthworks and drainage
• Heavy civil engineering projects

This scope of work allows our employees to expand their experience and develop highly transferable skills throughout their careers.

The Role

As a Civil Engineer / Site Engineer with Wills Bros, you will support the successful planning, setting out, coordination and delivery of civil engineering works on live infrastructure and construction projects across Ireland.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Setting out works on site using appropriate surveying equipment and ensuring accuracy in line with drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Supporting day-to-day site engineering activities across civil engineering, infrastructure and construction works.
• Assisting with project planning, sequencing, coordination and progress monitoring on site.
• Checking levels, measurements, quality records, as-built information and technical documentation.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and design information to support accurate project delivery.
• Working closely with Site Agents, Senior Engineers, Project Managers, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver works safely and efficiently.
• Supporting compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards on site.
• Maintaining accurate site records, daily reports, QA documentation and engineering files.

About You

We are interested in hearing from Civil Engineers, Site Engineers, Junior Engineers and Graduate Engineers who possess:

• A Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in a site-based engineering role within civil engineering, infrastructure, construction or heavy civils.
• Experience with setting out, surveying, levels, measurements, drawings, specifications and quality checks.
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and design information.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• A strong commitment to health and safety, quality, environmental standards and engineering excellence.
• A full, clean Irish driving licence.

Experience or a strong interest in roads, bridges, structures, drainage, utilities, earthworks, marine works, aviation infrastructure, public works or heavy civils is highly desirable.

Career Development

Many of our Site Agents, Project Managers, Contracts Managers and senior operational leaders began their careers as site-based Civil Engineers. At Wills Bros, we actively support career progression through:

• Professional development programmes
• Industry-recognised training and certifications
• Engineers Ireland membership support
• Mentoring and coaching
• Cross-sector project experience
• Clear progression pathways into Senior Engineer, Site Agent, Project Management and senior leadership roles

We are committed to helping our people achieve their full potential.

Benefits

We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• 24 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Pension scheme
• Income Protection
• Death in Service Benefit (4x basic salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Digital Doctor
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Company-funded professional development
• Professional membership support

Ready for What’s Next?

 If you are a Civil Engineer, Site Engineer, Junior Engineer or Graduate Civil Engineer looking for civil engineering jobs in Ireland, we would be delighted to hear from you. Whether you are actively seeking a new role or simply interested in learning more about future opportunities with Wills Bros, we welcome confidential discussions with engineering professionals who share our commitment to safety, quality and technical excellence. Apply today by submitting your CV for a confidential discussion about current and future Civil Engineer and Site Engineer opportunities with Wills Bros across Ireland.

Join Wills Bros. Build your career. Deliver Ireland’s infrastructure!

Please note: We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.