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Current Vacancies

The current vacancies are listed below. To apply, send an email with your CV to careers@dwce.ie

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Project Engineer/Setting Out Engineer

Project Engineer/Setting Out Engineer

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned business, providing a wide range of high-quality civil engineering, utility infrastructure and residential construction services and solutions throughout Ireland. Due to continued growth and expansion, we have several exciting roles available in a variety of locations.

A Project Engineer / Setting Out Engineer is required to work on Civil Engineering projects being delivered in the Southeast Region. This is a full-time role with career progression opportunities, for the right candidate. If you are looking to progress your career with a recognised industry leader, please apply today with your CV to careers@dwce.ie.

Minimum Requirements

  • Hold a Civil Engineering or related qualification, or possess relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ industry experience on site setting out.
  • Strong technical ability along with proficient problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in the use of setting out equipment, GPS, robotic total station & levelling Equipment.
  • Reasonably proficient in the use of Microsoft Office & AutoCAD

Main Responsibilities

  • Assist the engineering and commercial teams throughout the life cycle of works.
  • Setting out and checking as works progresses.
  • Carry out as built surveys and drawings.
  • Progress reporting, costing and valuations.
  • Maintaining detailed records.
  • Retain a proactive approach to resolving technical difficulties or other challenges that may arise.
  • Maintain key relationships with all stakeholders, site teams, support departments and clients.

Benefits

  • Excellent salary and package

Location

The role will be based in the Leinster / South East region working closely with our management team in a professional and friendly work environment.

Project Manager (Civil Engineering)

Project Manager (Civil Engineering)

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned business, providing a wide range of high-quality civil engineering, utility infrastructure and residential construction services and solutions throughout Ireland.

Due to continued growth and expansion, a Project Manager is required to work on a variety of civil engineering and construction contracts throughout Ireland. This is a full-time role with career progression opportunities.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Hold a Civil Engineering or related qualification or possess relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Civil Engineering / Project Management or equivalent role.
  • Design & Build experience would be preferable.
  • Knowledge and experience of water and wastewater contracts would be an advantage.
  • Commercially and contractually astute.
  • Strong technical ability with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills with an ability to lead the project and manage stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the design process, raise RFI’s and review designs before finalisation.
  • Progress reporting and upkeep of construction program.
  • Leading design team meetings, site progress meetings and client liaison meetings as appropriate.
  • Oversight of project delivery and construction related issues.
  • Maintain key relationships with all stakeholders, site teams, support departments and clients / Employer Representative’s.
  • Specialist subcontract and supplier engagement and management.

Benefits:

  • Excellent opportunity to grow your career with an established industry leader.
  • Excellent salary and package.

Location:

Based in our head office, in Castledermot, Co. Kildare, you will work closely with our commercial and management teams in a professional and friendly work environment.

Apply with CV to careers@dwce.ie

Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned business, providing a wide range of high-quality civil engineering, utility infrastructure and residential construction services and solutions throughout Ireland.

Due to continued growth and expansion Commercial Manager(s) are required to work on a variety of residential, civil engineering and construction contracts throughout the Leinster and Southeast Region.

Preferable Attributes:

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent related qualification
  • Relevant experience in residential, civil engineering or construction.
  • Proficiency with standard forms of contract, particularly Public Works Contracts and preparation of claim adjustments.
  • The main responsibilities of the role will be applied based on the experience of the candidate(s).
  • This is a full-time role with career progression opportunities.

Benefits:

  • Excellent career opportunity with an established industry leader
  • Excellent salary & package

Location:

Based in our head office, in Castledermot, Co. Kildare, you will work closely with our commercial and management teams in a professional and friendly work environment.

 

Apply with CV to careers@dwce.ie

Site Manager (Residential)

Site Manager (Residential)

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned business, providing a wide range of high-quality civil engineering, utility infrastructure and residential construction services and solutions throughout Ireland. Due to continued growth and expansion, we have a number of exciting roles available in a variety of locations.

Finishing Foreman / Site Manager with house construction experience, required for a well-established and growing civil engineering and construction company based in the Leinster region. This is a full-time role with career progression opportunities, for the right candidate. The initial project is based in Carlow Town.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Hold a Construction related Trade Qualification/Degree or possess relevant experience.
  • At least 10 years’ experience in house construction and a minimum of 3 years in a Finishing Foreman/Site Manager role.
  • Strong technical ability with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills with an ability to lead the project and various trades.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining health and safety standards on site.
  • Day-to-day management and coordination of the site.
  • Maintaining daily site records.
  • Understanding of BCAR requirements, and arranging certification and compliance documentation (guidance provided if necessary).
  • Liaise with the commercial team in relation to progress and programme.
  • Work closely with our management team in a professional and friendly work environment.

Benefits:

  • Excellent opportunity to grow your career with an established industry leader.
  • Excellent salary and package.

Location:

Carlow Town

Apply with CV to career@dwce.ie

General Operative

General Operative

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned business, providing a wide range of high-quality civil engineering, utility infrastructure and residential construction services and solutions throughout Ireland. Due to continued growth and expansion, we have a number of exciting roles available in a variety of locations.

Job Description:

Experienced Groundworkers required for a well-established and growing civil engineering company based in the Leinster region. This is a full-time role with an excellent package for the right candidates.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in groundworks, roads, water, wastewater, ESB and utilities.

Positions Available:

  • Crew Leaders for 2 to 6 person Crews.
  • Concrete & tarmac reinstaters.
  • Pipe layers.
  • Traffic management operatives with valid 3 day SLG card.
  • 180º and 360º Excavator Operators. Truck License would be an advantage.

Benefits:

  • Excellent opportunity to grow your career with an established industry leader
  • Excellent salary & package
  • Training and courses will be provided.

Location:

Carlow, Kilkenny, Waterford, Wexford

Apply via link above

Civil Design/AutoCAD Technician

Civil Design/AutoCAD Technician

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned business, providing a wide range of high-quality civil engineering, utility infrastructure and residential construction services and solutions throughout Ireland. Due to continued growth and expansion, we have a number of exciting roles available at our head office in Castledermot, Co. Kildare.

 

This is a full-time role with career progression opportunities, for the right candidate. If you are looking to progress your career with a recognised industry leader, please apply today with your CV to careers@dwce.iequoting reference CAP-CDAT.

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum 3 Years relevant experience.
  • Experience in the civils/water/wastewater industry would be an advantage.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD.
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office.

Main Responsibilities

  • Create accurate and detailed technical drawings/designs using AutoCAD software.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications while preparing drawings.
  • Revise and update drawings based on feedback and project changes.
  • Coordination of information between designers and external stakeholders engaged in designs of the works.
  • Manage documentation of drawings and related project files.
  • Assist the project team in construction and post-construction data compilation.

Benefits

  • Excellent salary & package

Location

The role will be based in our Head Office in Castledermot, Co. Kildare, working closely with our management team in a professional and friendly work environment.

 

Apply with CV to careers@dwce.ie

Design Project Manager (Civil Engineering)

Design Project Manager (Civil Engineering)

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned business, providing a wide range of high-quality civil engineering, utility infrastructure and residential construction services and solutions throughout Ireland.

Due to continued growth and expansion, a Design Project Manager is required to work on a variety of civil engineering and construction contracts throughout Ireland. This is a full-time role with career progression opportunities.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Hold a Civil Engineering or related qualification or possess relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Civil Engineering / Project Management or equivalent role.
  • Design & Build experience would be preferable.
  • The role would suit a candidate with either consultancy or contractor experience.
  • Knowledge and experience of water and wastewater contracts would be an advantage.
  • Commercially and contractually astute.
  • Strong technical ability with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills with an ability to lead the project and manage stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the design process, raise RFI’s and review designs before finalisation.
  • Progress reporting and upkeep of construction program.
  • Leading design team meetings, site progress meetings and client liaison meetings as appropriate.
  • Oversight of project delivery and construction related issues.
  • Maintain key relationships with all stakeholders, site teams, support departments and clients / Employer Representative’s.
  • Specialist subcontract and supplier engagement and management.

Benefits:

  • Excellent opportunity to grow your career with an established industry leader.
  • Excellent salary and package.

Location:

Based in our head office, in Castledermot, Co. Kildare, you will work closely with our commercial and management teams in a professional and friendly work environment.

 

 

Apply with CV to careers@dwce.ie

Careers at David Walsh Civil Engineering

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is a family-owned business, providing a wide range of high-quality civil engineering, utility infrastructure and residential construction services and solutions throughout Ireland.

Due to continued growth and expansion, we have a number of exciting roles available in a variety of locations. If you are looking to progress your career with a recognised industry leader, please apply today or contact our recruitment team at careers@dwce.ie.

David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd is an equal opportunities employer always looking to recruit talented, ambitious individuals who are eager to work in a dynamic environment.

We currently employ a diverse team of over 140 personnel with a range of backgrounds, qualifications, and skillsets. It is family feel, team-spirit, and driven by common goals that sets us apart.