Role Summary: 

 The lead civil design engineer is responsible for leading the design process for civil engineering projects, ensuring that designs meet client requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines. They will manage a team of civil design engineers, providing technical guidance, coordinating design efforts, and overseeing the successful execution of projects from conception to completion.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Coordination:

• Collaborate with design project managers, other design discipline leads, project delivery teams and other stakeholders to understand project requirements, objectives, and constraints.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets for the design phase.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate civil engineering designs with other project elements.
  
  

  Design Development:

  Lead the conceptualisation, development, and refinement of civil engineering designs which may include:

• Tender stage design support 
• Constructability/ Works Phasing / Optioneering / Temporary Works Strategy 
• Pipeline Design including: 
• Site Civils design 
• Slope Stability Analysis
• Structure foundation, including settlement assessment and anti-flotation. 
• Water & utilities pipe network design. 
• Water / Wastewater Treatment Plant & Pumping Station design & detailing.
• Plant hydraulics. 
• Culvert design. 
• Urban roads design - kerb/pavement/footpath details.   
• Material specification. 
• Site and route selections. 
• Planning applications. 
• Flood risk assessment. 
• Review of subcontracted civil engineering designs. 
• Temporary Works such as; Crane pads, thrust restraint/pressure testing, rebar propping. 

Leadership:

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Review and approve design calculations, drawings, and documents prepared by team members.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs, address concerns, and solicit feedback.
• Present design proposals, progress updates, and technical reports to clients and stakeholders.
• Manage client expectations and maintain positive relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Quality Assurance and Control:

• Implement quality assurance processes to maintain the accuracy and integrity of design deliverables.
• Conduct design reviews and inspections to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Monitor project progress and performance metrics to ensure adherence to project requirements and standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent accreditation is preferred
• Extensive experience in civil engineering design, ideally minimum 10 years experience, with a focus on water industry projects.
• Proven track record of successfully leading design teams and managing complex projects.
• Proficiency in Autodesk software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and other design tools.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, codes, and standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Must have a Full Clean Irish/UK/European Driving Licence essential.
• No Sponsorship Available 

About us

Coffey is a water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist operating in every major construction sector throughout Ireland and the UK. Passionate about quality and efficiency, this passion drives our belief in delivering projects with the best workforce. The hallmarks of our work are innovative solutions, engineering ingenuity, professional construction management and the highest level of safety and quality. We pride ourselves in nurturing an environment that empowers critical thinking, creative problem-solving, customer focus, efficiency and flexibility. 

Coffey values are at the heart of everything we do – Do the right thing, Do it better, Do it together.