Job Title: Associate/Principal Engineer – Water
Location: Dublin/Cork, Ireland
Ayesa Engineering is a global engineering consultancy with over 13,000 employees, where our UK & Ireland business combines international strength with the agility and autonomy of an SME.
With a presence in 40 countries, Ayesa Engineering has built a strong international reputation across a diverse range of engineering disciplines. Our expertise includes water and flood infrastructure, transportation, marine and coastal engineering, geoscience, environmental services, energy, and building structures.
Our UK & Ireland teams deliver technically challenging, varied projects that develop broad expertise without confining people to narrow roles — offering the opportunity to make a meaningful local impact while benefiting from the stability, knowledge, and career opportunities of a well-established global organisation.
What You Will Be Doing:
As an Associate/Principal Engineer, you’ll lead and deliver Wastewater and Water design packages across diverse sectors including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and public infrastructure. We require a self‑driving engineer at senior level to manage predominantly UÉ related work but also to support on our civil designs for contractors.
Key Responsibilities
Spearhead the design of water distribution networks, foul sewerage collection systems, pumping stations and general civil engineering.
Oversee or perform complex hydraulic analysis for water and wastewater networks using software packages.
Prepare and review Site‑Specific Flood Risk Assessments in accordance with "The Planning System and Flood Risk Management" guidelines.
Understand the Irish planning landscape to move a project from concept to construction, including property acquisition and wayleave processes.
Prepare technical reports and drawings for Part 8 (Local Authority) or Strategic Infrastructure Development (SID) planning applications.
Negotiate with Local Authorities, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Uisce Éireann for connections and/or design diversions.
Collaborate with ecologists, hydrologists and archaeologists to ensure designs comply with Appropriate Assessments (AA) and Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIAR).
Draft tender documents using the Capital Works Management Framework (CWMF) for public projects or FIDIC/NEC4 for private/utility contracts.
Act as the "Employer’s Representative" managing claims, variations, and payment certificates.
Evaluate tenders and provide technical recommendations to clients for contractor selection.
Work in multidisciplinary teams while ensuring legal safety compliance.
Fulfill the duties of the Project Supervisor for the Design Process (PSDP) under the 2006 Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations.
Monitor project budgets, resource allocation, and ensure "man‑hour" targets are met.
Implement and maintain ISO quality standards for all deliverables, ensuring "Right First Time" submissions to clients.
Conduct surveys and oversee site investigation (SI) works to inform the design phase.
Manage final commissioning of water infrastructure, ensuring all "As‑Built" drawings and O&M manuals are accepted by the end‑user.
Maintain relationships with key clients and contacts across the business, including client liaison and development.
Manage projects within time, cost and quality constraints and standards.
Oversee the day‑to‑day work of the team.
Champion professional advice, guidance and support across the business.
Monitor and manage compliance and KPIs.
Estimate, price and deliver against work targets.
Manage engineering outsource partners.
What You Bring:
Exposure to drinking water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, drainage and flood risk management and assessment.
Ability to plan, organise and manage resources; provide leadership, mentor and motivate a team of engineers.
Effective communication skills with clients, colleagues, external agencies and ability to build working relationships.
Commercial acumen, prepare technical and commercial bids, win work, project manage and consistently deliver significant projects to programme and budget.
Ownership of multiple projects managing risk, ensuring financial, commercial and contractual compliance.
Commitment to a quality culture, continued professional development, and keeping up to date with industry trends.
Proven experience in project management of large water infrastructure projects.
Experience in contract administration, procurement procedures and contract forms an advantage.
Experience as an External Service Provider (ESP) with Uisce Éireann is a distinct advantage.
Degree qualification in a relevant field.
Minimum of 10 to 15 years relevant experience.
Chartered status or equivalent qualification.
Knowledge of local legislation and its application is a benefit.
What We Offer:
We offer a competitive salary package along with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and enhance your overall well‑being:
Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry.
Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working, allowing you to achieve a better work‑life balance.
Employer Pension Match Scheme: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.
Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.
Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
Family & Well‑Being Support: Benefit from our Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits and our confidential support services to address personal or professional challenges, included in our Employee Assistance Programme.
Sports and Social: Engage in our vibrant sports and social activities to foster a sense of community and well‑being among our team members.
Increased Annual Leave: 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, with increased entitlements based on years of service.
Recognition Awards: Receive recognition for your contributions through our awards programme, celebrating achievements and excellence.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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