2020-02-04
AECOM (www.aecom.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Dublin
Ireland
Ireland - Dublin, Dublin
Job Summary
Our Ireland Roads Team currently has a vacancy for a Senior Highways Engineer within our Dun Laoghaire office, close to the DART Station and all the amenities of this beautiful coastal town. Our modern office, with views over Dublin Bay, is set up for flexible working with the successful candidate provided with a laptop, an iPhone and software that supports the individual’s work-life balance requirements.
We are looking to grow this team with individuals who have a sound technical background and business development capabilities that share our enthusiasm and determination to develop our business.
The role will suit a self-motivated individual who is aspiring to take a lead role in project delivery and manage dynamic teams delivering high quality projects. The person will need to adopt a flexible approach and be able to work away from our Dun Laoghaire office for short duration to suit project needs.
The Dublin Roads team works both locally and across the UK & I market. Our current portfolio ofworks comprises a diverse mix of local, national and international highway and infrastructure improvements across significant delivery programmes for major Clients.
At an Ireland level the following are some of the current projects:
N2 Rath to Kilmoon Cross, Meath Co Co, Preliminary Design & EIA
N3 M50 to Clonee, Fingal Co Co, Preliminary Design & EIA
N4 Mullingar to Roosky, Preliminary Design & EIA
M7 Naas to Newbridge & Salins Bypass, detailed design & site supervision
M50 EMOS project, Dublin (variable speed limits), Highways design
Kildare South Green, Detailed Design
daa Capital Investment Plan 2019-2024
The team provides concept, feasibility, preliminary and detailed design, as well as associated scheme appraisal and assessment services, on a wide range of transportation and engineering projects and also supports other AECOM business lines where their projects have a transportation interface.
Job responsibilities:
Coach, mentor, support, and provide day to day guidance and leadership for design team members – engineers, graduates, apprentices, and trainee technicians
Manage and develop both internal and external client relationships
Work under the direction of, and in support to, project directors and principal engineers to perform tasks in accordance with agreed budget and schedule with little supervision, possessing the ability to solve any problems encountered along with identifying discrepancies in results
Manage the workload and the technical management and oversight of a design team
Write and oversee the preparation of contract documents and technical reports as required
Deliver all specified project outcomes on time, within budget and to the quality required
Lead the provision of technical inputs, across a range of specialisms in the field of highway engineering
Show technical competence and through experience, gather and take on board the skills of others in computer based applications and tasks including use of software such as MX, WinDES, and the Microsoft Office Suite of programmes including MS Project.
Ensure compliance with all relevant technical standards;
Undertake project activities in line with company policy, including technical and commercial aspects.
Identify and manage project risks.
Contribute to the development of technical proposals
Plan, lead and undertake site visits as required.
Plan and attend meetings – internal and external, as required.
Liaise and manage sub-consultants and external parties.
Participate as a team member on a number of levels, including office disciplines and projects.
Be proactive and contribute to a safer work environment along with personal and professional development
Minimum Requirements
A graduate in Civil Engineering or equivalent with experience in highway engineering design and project management
The ability to deal directly with clients and fill a key project co-ordination position within the wider team leading graduate engineers, technicians, and supporting disciplines to deliver successfully.
Experience of working collaboratively as part of a team developing a range of local, national, and international road schemes or similar major civil engineering projects
A highly motivated Engineer with excellent communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Civil Engineering or similar (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc)
Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartered status
Safe Pass
Full Drivers licence
What We Offer
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is
pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions
inclusion, diversity and overall
employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our
core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only
delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Engineering - Transportation
Business Line Transportation
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country Ireland
Position Status Full-Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 227108BR
Clearance Required No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.