Site Engineer
About Your New Employer
Established in 1980, this organisation is Ireland’s premier supplier of marquees and associated products, working alongside a Northern Ireland-based partner company to deliver innovative solutions across the corporate, private, sporting, and events sectors. The company maintains a reputation for delivering quality, bespoke projects while fostering strong relationships with clients and suppliers, supporting ongoing growth and development.
About the Role
Due to continued expansion, the team is now seeking a Site Engineer to join the sales and project management department based in Tuam, Co. Galway.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend and contribute to client and site meetings, ensuring all aspects of each project are followed through to completion
- Assist in planning and designing site-specific solutions for complex events
- Support the preparation of quotations and monitor project budgets
- Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers for material and service requirements
- Collaborate with project managers to organise labour schedules, manage build and dismantle timelines, and assign resources
- Work closely with yard staff to address design details, site access, and technical essentials
- Prepare site-specific Method Statements and Risk Assessments as required
- Brief site supervisors and ensure accurate communication of job details
- Take an active role in project delivery, adhering to deadlines and budget constraints
- Support the handover process upon completion, including site visits as necessary
- Contribute to client invoicing and project close-out
- Monitor Health & Safety processes on site
- Assist with tender applications and work alongside internal teams
- Develop positive relationships with clients and suppliers through all interactions
- Maintain up-to-date technical data for marquee materials and structures
- Continuously enhance your skills by working closely with colleagues on project planning, costing, and delivery
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Level 8 degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Event Management, or a related discipline
- Minimum 5 years’ work experience on project sites, ideally in a similar sector
- Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team environment
- High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a background in collaborative work
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and deadline-oriented, with flexibility around changing priorities
- Open to receiving feedback and direction
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Full driving licence
Desirable Skills
- Experience in the construction or events management industry
- Land surveying knowledge
- Understanding of health and safety best practice
- Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD)
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary: €60,000
- Opportunity to play a central role in high-profile projects within the events sector
- Support for ongoing professional development and training
- Engaged, innovative, and supportive team culture
What’s Next
Please submit your CV to pmartyn@sigmar.ie with the subject line "Site Engineer Application".
