Piling Engineer

A Piling Engineer is required for a leading specialist piling and ground engineering contractor working on major projects across Dublin and Kildare. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Engineer to join a reputable company and play a key role in delivering technically challenging piling and foundation projects. The successful piling engineer will have a strong background in piling works, ground engineering, or geotechnical projects and will be confident managing the technical and quality aspects of site operations.

Duties:

• Plan, set out, and oversee piling operations on site.

• Supervise and coordinate site activities in line with project drawings, specifications, and health & safety standards.

• Liaise closely with the Project Manager, Site Manager, and design teams to ensure works are executed efficiently and accurately.

• Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and ensure compliance with project and client requirements.

• Prepare daily site records, progress reports, and as-built documentation.

• Assist with method statements, risk assessments, and technical submissions.

• Manage subcontractors and ensure that all works are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.

• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as a piling engineer in piling, ground engineering, or deep foundation projects in Ireland or the UK.

• Strong technical understanding of piling techniques (e.g., CFA, rotary bored, driven piles).

• Excellent setting-out, surveying, and reporting skills.

• Good working knowledge of health & safety and quality standards.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and relevant site engineering software.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Fluent English and eligible to work in Ireland.

• Full clean driving licence.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary: Circa €65–€75K (DOE)

• Excellent benefits package

• Company vehicle provided

If you are a Piling Engineer considering a career move, please feel free to send your CV or contact Amy Maguire for a confidential discussion. You can also email your CV to a.maguire@gpcireland.com. GPC will not send any applicant’s CV to clients without a full discussion and prior consent. GPC is a specialist construction recruitment consultancy based in Dublin with 27 years’ experience placing construction professionals across Ireland and internationally.