Site Manager - Cork

Permanent Position

Our client, a Cork -based specialist contractor, with a strong reputation, is seeking a Site Manager to oversee packages in data-centre/large commercial projects across the Cork region. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day site operations.

• Coordinate with main contractor site teams, trades and suppliers to maintain schedule, quality and cost targets

• Ensure safety, site housekeeping and compliance with methodology, RAMs and client requirements

• Monitor labour, materials usage, programme and report progress to senior management

• Resolve on-site issues proactively and ensure hand-off of completed works meeting specification

Requirements:

• Proven site management experience. 

• Strong organisational and communication skills and ability to work with multi-trade teams

• Proven record of delivering high-quality finishes to tight programmes

• Comfortable operating within a large contractor environment on complex projects

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, high-quality contractor where you’ll get exposure to major projects and genuine development potential.

For further information, please apply with your CV in confidence.

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Site Engineer - Galway

We are a well-established contractor delivering high-quality housing developments. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Site Engineer to join our team on current and upcoming residential projects.

Role Summary:

The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing engineering operations on-site, with a focus on setting out, surveying, and managing groundworks crews. Experience with Uisce Éireann standards and procedures is essential, along with a proven track record in the residential construction sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform accurate setting out and surveying for house plots, drainage, foundations, and roadways.

Oversee groundworks activities, ensuring work is carried out according to drawings, specifications, and timelines.

Liaise with Uisce Éireann on water and wastewater installations, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Supervise subcontractors and direct labour during civils and infrastructure works.

Coordinate with design teams, site management, and local authorities.

Maintain records, daily diaries, QA documentation, and as-built drawings.

Ensure that health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are upheld on-site.

Assist with planning and resource scheduling to meet project deadlines.

Requirements:

Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Minimum 5 years' experience in a Site Engineer role on residential housing developments.

Strong experience in setting out using GPS, total stations, and levels.

In-depth knowledge of Uisce Éireann procedures and standards.

Experience managing or coordinating groundworks and utility crews.

Proficient in reading technical drawings and specifications.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Full driving licence.

For further information please contact Thomas in Brightpath Recruitment 

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Groundworks Foreman – Galway

• Residential project
• 3 Year project 

Join an award-winning building contractor as a Groundworks Foreman in Galway.

You will be a part of a company with wide-ranging expertise and areas of speciality including general and civil contracting, property development and project management. They have a track record of delivering projects to the highest standards and can offer you a working environment that will help you advance your career. Their team is recognised as this company’s greatest strength and as such, employees are all respected and supported as they build their career.

What’s in It for You:

• Long-term, permanent role with a respected contractor
• Local projects — no long-distance travel
• Be part of a professional, supportive team
• Clear opportunities to advance your career into site leadership

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong civils background
• Ability to deliver quality work as part of a team
• A motivated individual keen to progress their career into more senior roles

How to apply:

Apply confidentially now with your CV

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Project Engineer – Capital Projects

Role Overview

The Project Engineer will be part of a team responsible for the delivery of significant capital projects across complex infrastructure and operational environments. The role focuses on managing projects from initial concept through design, construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring efficient, high-quality delivery aligned with programme and budget objectives.

This position plays a key role in driving project execution, coordination, and performance across multiple stakeholders, with a strong emphasis on delivering large-scale capital works safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Lead and manage capital projects from concept through to completion, including design development, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards

• Act as the central coordination point between design teams, contractors, and stakeholders

• Manage multiple projects and interfaces concurrently across complex environments

Planning & Programme Management

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets

• Coordinate project resources and ensure efficient allocation throughout the project lifecycle

• Drive progress against milestones and proactively address delays or constraints

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and key stakeholders

• Facilitate clear communication and alignment across all project participants

• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates on performance and key milestones

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify project risks and develop practical mitigation strategies

• Maintain and manage project risk registers and issue logs

• Resolve technical and delivery challenges in a timely and effective manner

Construction Phase Management

• Oversee project execution within live operational environments

• Monitor site progress, coordinate contractors, and ensure works are delivered in line with project objectives

• Drive performance on site to achieve programme, cost, and quality targets

Commercial & Contract Management

• Support the preparation and management of contracts and tender processes

• Administer contracts, manage variations, and support dispute resolution where required

• Track project costs, manage budgets, and report on financial performance

Project Close-Out

• Manage commissioning, handover, and project close-out activities

• Agree final accounts and ensure completion of all documentation

• Capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree (Level 8 or higher) in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in capital project delivery, construction, or infrastructure development

• Proven experience managing projects from concept through to completion

• Experience working in complex or live operational environments

• Strong project management, organisational, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

• Ability to make informed decisions and drive project outcomes

• Full driving licence

Desirable

• Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure

• Chartered status or professional membership (e.g. Engineers Ireland or equivalent)

• Familiarity with industry-standard contract forms (e.g. NEC, FIDIC)

• Experience with project planning tools (e.g. Microsoft Project) and design software (e.g. AutoCAD)

• Exposure to sustainability or energy-related capital projects

• Experience in public sector or regulated procurement environments

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Project Manager - Galway

• Long term position
• Residential Project 
• Excellent career prospects

Benefits:

• Fully expensed company vehicle
• Professional membership fees
• Education assistance
• Salary up to 100k 

A Main Contractor within the Irish construction sector are seeking a talented Project Manager to join their team. 

You will join an organisation at the forefront of the industry and be active in a wide range of sectors, delivering residential projects for high-profile clients. 

In this company, you’ll have the opportunity to avail of extensive professional development initiatives, allowing you to expand your knowledge and add to your professional skills. 

Requirements:

• A third level qualification (or equivalent) in Construction/Civil Engineering or a trade background
• 5+ years experience as a Project Manager

How to take the next step:

 Apply Confidentially with your CV.

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Safety Advisor – Clare
Our client, a main contractor with a strong reputation for safety performance, is recruiting a Safety Advisor for upcoming Clare based projects. This role offers exposure to major developments and an established safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor safety procedures onsite

• Carry out audits, inspections and toolbox talks

• Assist subcontractors with documentation and compliance

• Investigate incidents and drive corrective actions

• Support site management in promoting a strong safety culture

Requirements

• 2+ years’ construction H&S experience

• Relevant H&S qualification

• Strong communication and influencing skills

• Proven commitment to safety excellence

A great opportunity to join a company that prioritises safety and ongoing development.

Apply in confidence today.

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Site Engineer – North Dublin

Permanent | €65,000 DOE | Residential Project €300m

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Site Engineer to join a well-established residential developer working on large scale housing projects. Due to a growing number of active sites, the company is looking to strengthen its team.

This company has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality residential developments with a clear focus on accuracy, efficiency, and strong on site co-ordination. Their consistent project delivery and attention to detail have resulted in continued success and a reliable pipeline of upcoming work.

Benefits:

• Performance bonuses
• Pension and Healthcare Insurance
• Additional company annual leave days

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and assess the quality of work carried out by subcontractors ensuring standards are met
• Manage site drawings supporting accurate project delivery
• Carry out setting out duties, including providing gridlines and levels for groundwork and RC frame elements, also setting out housing plots and preparing survey information for legal handover
• Supervise and track performance of groundwork, civil engineering, and concrete frame contractors on site
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to a high standard of quality and detail
• Keep accurate site records and ensure all quality assurance documentation is properly maintained

Requirements:

• Relevant third level degree in Engineering
• 2 years work experience

If you’re ready to contribute to a strong team with a leading residential developer, apply today.

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General Foreperson – Greater Dublin

Permanent | €75,000 DOE | Residential Project €300m

An impressive opportunity for an experienced General Foreperson to join a reputable residential developer delivering large scale housing projects. With a number of active sites and continued growth, the company is seeking to strengthen its team.

This company is well known for delivering high quality residential developments, with a strong emphasis on site organisation, productivity, and effective co ordination of trades. Their consistent delivery standards and focus on detail have supported ongoing success and a steady pipeline of future projects.

Benefits:

• Performance bonuses
• Pension scheme and Healthcare Insurance
• Additional company annual leave days

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overall management of Health and Safety on site, ensuring compliance and maintaining a safe working environment
• Maintain awareness of the project delivery programme, provide weekly reporting, and proactively intervene to prevent delays
• Carry out site inspections, identifying issues promptly to maintain quality standards
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers, including completion of daily labour and materials allocation sheets
• Oversee civil engineering and groundworks contractors
• Establish and maintain site logistics, including designated vehicle and pedestrian routes
• Manage works from foundations through to first and second fix stages, including external works such as finishes, paving, boundary walls, and landscaping
• Coordinate movement of labour, machinery, and materials on and off-site
• Coordinate subcontractors and service providers to ensure timely handover to the finishing foreman in line with programme requirements
• Liaise with engineering teams to ensure accurate waste management records are maintained

Requirements:

• Have a strong trades background
• Knowledge of the latest building regulations and standards

Quantity Surveyor – North Dublin

Up to €65,000 DOE | €400M Residential Project

Join a leading Irish home builder delivering large-scale, sustainable communities across Ireland. This role is based on a major €400M residential project in North Dublin, offering strong long-term career progression and exposure to high-value developments.

You’ll support the commercial delivery of the project, working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor and gaining hands-on experience across all key cost and contract functions in a high-performing project environment.

Benefits: Performance bonus, pension, full health insurance, income protection, life assurance, additional annual leave, annual salary reviews, CPD support, paid maternity & paternity leave, bike to work & tax saver scheme, and APSS scheme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Senior QS with subcontract management and payments
• Prepare monthly valuations and cost reports
• Monitor budgets, variations, and contracts
• Support cost control across residential and RC frame works

Requirements:

• 3–5 years’ Quantity Surveying experience
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Experience with Cubit, CostX (or similar), Excel

Apply today

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