Project Engineer - Rail - Dublin

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A little more about the role…

As a Project Engineer on the MetroLink programme, you'll play a key role in delivering one of Ireland's most significant infrastructure projects. Acting as the technical lead for a section of the works, you'll oversee contractor design and construction activities, review technical submissions, coordinate interfaces, and provide technical assurance throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders, you'll help resolve complex challenges, monitor progress, support design reviews and risk assessments, and ensure the successful delivery of safe, high-quality engineering solutions from design through to construction and handover.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a hands-on role in the delivery of one of Ireland's most transformative infrastructure projects, helping to shape a sustainable transport network that will benefit future generations.

You will:

• Oversee the activities of the Contractor related to the design and construction of the Works.
• Act as a key technical focal point for all matters relating to the design and implementation of a part of the Works.
• Assist in the development of processes and procedures to ensure consistency and quality from design through to construction and handover.
• Manage the performance and quality of the design and construction work by the Contractor and monitor the progress against the programme of works.
• Review the Contractor design Submissions, interface requirements, equipment and material Submissions.
• Facilitate the design process by managing the exchange of interface details, technical clarifications, and technical information requests (RFI), as well as handling technical changes and scope variations.
• Proactively monitor project progress, identifying and resolving issues, and implementing strategic solutions to maintain project momentum.  
• Lead and/or provide input to regular meetings and/or workshops relating to the design review and technical assurance processes, constructability reviews, hazard and risk assessments, safety,  and maintainability reviews.
• Work alongside the Function and Interface Engineers to ensure that technical issues are the requirements are clearly presented and interfaced by all discipline Engineers in the System design reviews.
• Maintain own records for the status of each activity under direct management. Evaluate, present and share all such information and contractor reports with the senior management of the employer and engineer of the programme in a clear and concise manner.
• Review and/or prepare various reports and other correspondence related to project technical issues, defects, schedules and interfaces.

What we are looking for you to demonstrate…

• Degree level qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards chartership) or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Proven track record in the design and/or construction of major infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in underground works, including tunnelling, underground stations, structures, and/or rail projects.
• Experienced in site surveys, inspections, and asset condition assessments.
• Good knowledge of project controls, programme monitoring, and technical reporting.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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