ABOUT KILLEEN CIVIL ENGINEERING

Killeen Civil Engineering is a leading Irish civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality infrastructure projects. Our expertise spans roads, drainage, utilities, groundworks, and large-scale commercial and residential developments. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and the highest standards of health and safety.
We are now seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to strengthen our technical and project delivery capabilities, ensuring engineering excellence across our portfolio.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng MIEI) status with Engineers Ireland, or working towards chartership.
• 7+ years’ experience in civil engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior engineering/management role.
• Proven track record delivering civil infrastructure projects in Ireland (roads, utilities, groundworks, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of Irish design standards, Public Works Contracts, and NEC contracts.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a focus on buildability and cost efficiency.
• High level of proficiency with surveying instruments, AutoCAD, and project planning tools.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Lead and manage the engineering function across multiple projects, ensuring high-quality technical delivery.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical support to engineers, site managers, and project teams.
• Oversee temporary works, method statements, and engineering designs to ensure compliance with Irish standards and best practice.
• Coordinate with design teams, consultants, and local authorities to resolve technical issues and drive programme delivery.
• Manage setting-out, quality control, and technical assurance processes on site.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Authority (HSA) regulations, Construction Regulations, and company safety management systems.
• Support tendering and pre-construction activities with technical input, methodologies, and buildability advice.
• Implement and monitor quality management systems in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001.
• Act as the technical lead in problem-solving and value engineering initiatives.
• Contribute to the professional development of graduate and site engineers, fostering a strong technical culture.