The Colas Group operates internationally in all aspects of transport infrastructure.
As part of the global organisation, Colas Ireland is primarily involved the distribution of bitumen products, emulsion and emulsifier manufacturing, and the provision of specialist road maintenance services on the national, regional and local road network.
In Ireland Colas operates from 14 locations across the island of Ireland.
Purpose of the Role
We are seeking a conscientious and experienced Civil Site Engineer to join our team.
The successful Civil Site Engineer will be provided with an excellent salary and company benefits and be responsible for overseeing and supervising multi site based activities on local and regional roads in Ireland, ensuring that all works are carried out in line with the relevant specifications, on time, and within budget.
potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.
Main Responsibilities
Co-ordinating crews, specifically focused on road recycling / resurfacing, to ensure works are completed on time, to budget and in line with stakeholder requirements.
Coordinate and manage subcontractor activities, materials ordering and overall program of works.
Monitoring and managing productivity and resources to ensure project is cost effective.
Ensuring crews (employees/subcontractors) are appropriately recruited, inducted, trained, licensed and competent to operate.
Prepare and ensure ongoing compliance with Site Specific Safety Plans.
Complying with company policies and procedures and ensuring all site rules, safety inspections, reviews, prestart meetings, SSWPs and SQE audits are implemented.
Customer Liaison.
Site Audits.
Preparation of site assessments and safety plans.
Recording site measures for invoicing.
Maintenance of daily record sheets.
Ideal Candidate
Relevant industry experience is required, preferably in highways, road pavement or surfacing.
The candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and possess strong communication skills, a commitment to leading a safety-focused culture, and ideally a Managing Safely in Construction card.
A full clean driving licence is required, and proficiency in technical drawing, such as AutoCAD, is expected.
Package Description
Here at Colas Group, we offer a great total compensation package, including:
Contributory pension scheme
Life Assurance Scheme / Death in Service x3
21 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays and service days (one for every 5 years worked, capped at 20 years)
Employee Assistance Programme for employees, their spouse/partner and any dependents over the age of 16 years living at home.
Free car parking.
Company laptop and mobile phone.
Professional subscriptions – role related
Enhanced Maternity, Adoptive, and Paternity Benefit.
At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values:
Respect
,
Commitment
,
Pioneering
, and
Sharing
.
These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together.
We believe that
respect
is the foundation of every relationship.
By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners.
Commitment
means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do.
We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
With a
pioneering
spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition.
We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future.
Through
sharing
, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.
Colas Group is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.
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