As a Construction Engineer - Utilities, you’ll be at the heart of an exciting new West Apron Vehicle Underpass project at Dublin Airport. Join our dynamic team and make a difference!

The Construction Engineer – Utilities will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering utility works on a major infrastructure project at Dublin Airport. The role requires ensuring that both underground and above-ground services are installed safely, accurately, and in compliance with design specifications, statutory regulations, and airport operational standards. Reporting to the Site Agent – Utilities, will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to manage on-site activities, resolve technical issues, and ensure that works are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

About Us: At Sacyr UK and Ireland, we’re passionate about creating a better world through our projects. As a Construction Engineer - Utilities, you’ll play a crucial role in our team. Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and designed for everyone to thrive. We don’t just say it – we live it, we’re proud to have been named a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer in both 2024 and 2025, and to be accredited as a Living Wage and Disability Confident employer.

About you: If your values align with ours, and you are passionate about being part of our team, read on! Our team is professional, great communicators, adaptable, full of integrity and generally a fabulous bunch. If this sounds like you, and you can demonstrate the required skills and experience, we want to hear from you.

Our benefits:

34 days’ annual leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance – 4x annual salary
Pension scheme (details above)
Cycle to Work scheme
Eye care vouchers – eye tests and glasses where required, including safety eyewear
Annual health checks with Randox Health, including half-yearly check-ins
Enhanced annual leave
Company-funded language lessons – Spanish/English
Company-funded training: training, certifications, and memberships in accredited bodies related to the position
Lighthouse Club membership
Discount shopping vouchers
Opportunity for additional professional development
And more benefits to be implemented

Key Responsibilities include:

Utilities Construction & Site Engineering

Deliver and manage the installation of utilities, including drainage, water, foul sewer, surface water, ducting, electrical, communications, and fuel or specialist services (as applicable)
Set out utility alignments, levels, and interfaces in accordance with drawings and specifications
Ensure works are executed in line with contract documentation, approvals, and technical standards
Provide day‑to‑day engineering support to site crews and subcontractors

Coordination & Interfaces

Coordinate utility works with structures, pavements, M&E, and operational airport stakeholders
Manage interfaces with existing live services, including protection, temporary diversions, and commissioning
Liaise with designers, utility authorities, and client representatives to resolve technical issues
Support the planning and sequencing of works to minimize disruption to airport operations

Quality Assurance & Control

Implement and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for utility installations
Ensure materials and workmanship meet project and statutory requirements
Manage inspections, pressure testing, CCTV surveys, and commissioning activities
Maintain accurate as‑built records, red‑line drawings, and test documentation

Health, Safety & Environment (HSEQ)

Ensure strict adherence to HSEQ procedures, including airport‑specific safety and permit systems
Review and implement method statements and risk assessments for utility works
Promote safe systems of work, including excavation safety and service avoidance
Participate in safety briefings, toolbox talks, and audits

Programme & Progress

Assist the Site Agent – Utilities in managing the programme and short‑term planning of works
Track progress against programme and identify potential risks or constraints
Support recovery planning and mitigation measures where required
Coordinate with suppliers and plant operations to meet programme targets

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain daily site diaries, progress records, and technical documentation
Raise, track, and close RFIs, permits, and utility approvals
Provide regular progress and technical updates to the Site Agent – Utilities
Support handover documentation and project close‑out

Essential criteria:

Legal right to work in the Republic of Ireland
Willingness to complete a 5-year background screening as part of the hiring process
Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Experience as a Construction or Site Engineer working on utilities
Knowledge of drainage systems, ducting, service diversions, and service coordination
Experience on large infrastructure or civil engineering projects
Strong understanding of utility installation and construction sequencing
Ability to interpret and implement complex utility drawings and specifications
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong coordination and communication skill
Problem‑solving ability in constrained and live environments
Proactive safety awareness, particularly around buried services

Desirable criteria:

Experience working in live airports or high‑security operational environments
Familiarity with Irish standards, specifications, and utility authority requirements
Safe Pass and relevant utility‑specific training (e.g. CAT & Genny, confined spaces)
Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng / MIEI) status

In return, you will be working on a high profile 'once in a lifetime' project where you will be supported by a collaborative team in a learning environment. We offer local and global career opportunities and whilst this project is based in Dublin our teams are truly global!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are open to making reasonable adjustments to enable all applicants to participate in the recruitment process. Please let us know if you need any adjustments as part of the application process.

Ready to be part of our transformative journey? Apply now and contribute to building a better future!

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