Resident Engineer
Our client, a major player in the rail sector, is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to join a substantial rail infrastructure programme in Ireland. This contract role is pivotal for ensuring the safe, compliant, and high‑quality delivery of essential civils, track, and signalling works throughout a multi‑year programme. Key Responsibilities: Provide full-time on-site engineering oversight across civils, track, and signalling work packages Ensure construction works meet the approved design, standards, and technical requirements Review and approve construction methodologies, temporary works, and inspection/test plans Work closely with NEC Project Managers and NEC Supervisors to maintain quality, progress, and compliance Monitor contractor performance, identify defects, and ensure timely resolution Support technical queries, design clarifications, change management, and issue resolution Ensure all activities adhere to Irish rail safety regulations, CDM principles, and project governance Maintain detailed site records, inspection reports, and progress documentation Liaise with project engineers, designers, and site teams to ensure coordinated, safe delivery Job Requirements: Extensive experience as a Resident Engineer, Site Engineer, or in a similar role on large rail or infrastructure projects Strong background in rail civils, with exposure to track and signalling works highly desirable Excellent understanding of construction standards, engineering assurance, and safety regulations Experience working within NEC‑based projects is an advantage Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make informed engineering decisions on site Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Relevant engineering qualification (Civil, Structural, Rail, or similar) Benefits: Opportunity to contribute to one of Ireland's largest and most ambitious rail upgrade programmes Long-term contract stability Work in a collaborative and technically diverse project environment If you have substantial rail engineering experience and are looking for a Resident Engineer role on a major infrastructure programme, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Ireland