FRS Recruitment are working closely with our client, an established Civil Engineering and Road Surfacing Contractor, who are seeking an experienced Site Engineer / Foreman to join their team, overseeing road surfacing projects across Tipperary, Limerick, Laois and Kilkenny.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for supervising and coordinating site crews across a variety of road construction and surface dressing projects, with a particular focus on surface dressing operations, including loose chippings.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Road Construction Foreman, Site Engineer or Engineering Supervisor who enjoys a hands-on role, combining crew management with technical engineering responsibilities.
The position will be predominantly site-based, with some office-based responsibilities at the company's Thurles office.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate road surfacing and surface dressing crews.
- Manage daily site activities across multiple regional road projects.
- Utilise GPS/GNSS and surveying equipment for measurements and setting out.
- Read, interpret and assist with producing or modifying CAD drawings.
- Coordinate labour, plant, materials and equipment across various sites.
- Ensure surface dressing works meet required specifications and quality standards.
- Monitor site safety, work and overall progress of projects.
- Liaise with management regarding project scheduling, resources and technical requirements.
Requirements
- 5+ years' experience in road construction or surfacing projects in Ireland/UK.
- Previous experience in surface dressing or loose chippings highly desirable.
- Strong experience supervising site crews and coordinating roadworks activities.
- Practical knowledge of GPS/GNSS and other relevant surveying equipment.
- Ability to undertake setting out and basic surveying duties.
- Experience reading, interpreting and modifying CAD drawings where required.
- Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills on site.
- Full driving licence and flexibility to travel across regional projects.
Salary & Benefits
- €65,000 – €75,000 annual salary, depending on experience.
- Company vehicle and fuel card provided.
- Opportunity to work across a variety of regional road projects.
- Predominantly site-based role with some office work in Thurles.
