About Us
Since 1991, ORS has led the way in anticipating and responding to diverse client requirements in the construction industry. Time and experience have enabled us to create significant additional value in our projects with the blending of nine distinct specialist design and build services.
Over the decades, we have developed trusted, lasting partnerships with our property developer, international project funding agency, local authority, government agency and private clients. Our end-to-end project collaboration with stakeholders, architects, design teams and contractors ensures excellent, innovative solutions.
We are proud to have been recognised as one of Ireland's Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work for the 7th consecutive year in 2025. In 2024, we were also awarded Best Company to Work For, Excellence in Recruitment & Retention, Best People Development in Engineering and Great Place to Work Team Award.
At ORS, our people-centric culture drives everything we do. These accolades reflect our unwavering commitment to cultivating a positive and supportive work environment that nurtures and empowers our employees.
About the role
As a Senior Civil Technician, you will play a key role in the delivery of high-quality civil engineering projects, including site development, roads, transportation, and public health infrastructure. You will be responsible for preparing 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, ensuring all outputs meet technical and ISO quality standards.
Working closely with project managers and engineers, you will oversee the work of junior technicians, contribute to design coordination, and design team meetings. You will also support health and safety documentation, maintain efficient workflows within budget, and mentor junior staff to develop their technical and professional skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities within a collaborative and dynamic team environment.
About you
You are an experienced and motivated Senior Civil Technician with a proven track record in delivering high-quality civil and infrastructure design. With a strong understanding of Irish design standards, planning requirements, and construction practices, you take pride in producing accurate and efficient technical drawings and models.
You are highly proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D (or similar design software) and have experience working on a variety of civil engineering projects such as roads, drainage systems, utilities, or land development. You are confident working both independently and collaboratively, and thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
You possess excellent communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset, allowing you to liaise effectively with engineers, planners, and other project stakeholders. You are solution-focused, quality-driven, and always looking to contribute to the successful delivery of complex projects across Ireland.
Skills and experience
- Certificate or Diploma in Engineering/Construction CAD or relevant field
- A Higher Certificate (NFQ Level 6) in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- Proficient in AutoCAD 2D and Autodesk Civil 3D, with hands-on experience considered essential.
- Ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drafting work.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Clear understanding of the full project lifecycle, with a proactive and adaptable approach to evolving project demands.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining technical competence.
- Eagerness to learn and grow in a dynamic design team.
- Knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards is a plus.
What’s in it for you?
Aside from our people, culture and mission, there are a variety of additional benefits that help make ORS a great place to work:
- Our award-winning hybrid working model
-Engineers Ireland CPD Accredited employer
-Certified Best Workplace with Great Place to Work for six years running (2018-2024)
-Attractive rewards framework (option includes pension, health cash plan, additional annual leave and much more)
-Competitive market salary
-Professional memberships, paid by the company at chartered level or equivalent
-Opportunities to work across our multiple disciplines
-Weekly events (CPD's, virtual events, social events, workshops, guest speakers and fun team activities)
- Parental, paternity and Maternity leave schemes
-High impact working environment with a flat and non-bureaucratic organisational structure
-Opportunity to be part of a team that is growth focused and ambitious
ORS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. We foster a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects and supports their individual strengths, views and experiences.
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