Senior Site Engineer/Site Manager - ROI

Site & Project Management
Ref: 8583 Date Posted: Friday 06 Nov 2026

SENIOR SITE ENGINEER / SITE MANAGER

Location: Cork
Sector: Building – Residential & Commercial
Salary: €70,000–€80,000 + Package

INFORM3 Recruitment are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Site Engineer or Site Manager on behalf of one of Ireland's leading building contractors.

With a strong pipeline of work and multiple projects across Cork, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded contractor delivering large-scale residential and commercial developments.

The successful candidate will join an established team with the opportunity to take on a key role within major projects, develop their career and progress within the business long term.

The Role

  • Oversee and coordinate construction activities across large-scale residential and commercial projects.

  • Manage and coordinate subcontractors, site teams and engineering personnel.

  • Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards.

  • Review construction drawings, specifications and technical information.

  • Coordinate setting out, technical queries and resolution of site issues (Senior Engineer).

  • Manage day-to-day site operations, labour, plant and materials (Site Manager).

  • Liaise with architects, engineers, consultants and the wider project team.

  • Monitor progress, quality control, inspections and snagging.

  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and building standards.

Requirements

  • Relevant experience as a Senior Site Engineer or Site Manager.

  • Background in large-scale residential and/or commercial construction.

  • Experience working with a main building contractor.

  • Strong knowledge of construction methods, drawings and specifications.

  • Excellent technical, organisational and communication skills.

  • Ability to coordinate subcontractors and work effectively within a project team.

  • Relevant third-level qualification in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.

The Opportunity

  • Salary: €70,000–€80,000, depending on experience.

  • Join one of Ireland's leading building contractors.

  • Long-term pipeline of residential and commercial projects throughout Cork.

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

  • Work alongside an experienced and supportive management team.

  • Opportunity to build a long-term career with a highly regarded contractor.

 

For more information, please contact Aaron Bailey on

aaron@inform3.com or 028 308 98 345.

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