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Senior Water Civil Engineer Due to significant growth in our Water Business in Ireland and internationally, we are currently recruiting for a senior civil engineer to join our water team.
The position available is for a civil/structural engineer with over 7 years' experience and a background in a wide range of infrastructure projects. Ideally this experience would have been gained in flood relief schemes or water infrastructure projects, but all relevant civil engineering experience will be considered. Experience from options development, through planning and detailed design stages is required. Candidates will be expected to have a sound understanding and experience of the multi-disciplinary nature of infrastructure projects. Those with knowledge of the Irish planning legislation and design and materials standards will have an advantage.
The ideal candidates will be looking to further their career and gain invaluable experience within an established multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy in a position of responsibility.
This is a permanent position and offers the successful candidate long-term and international opportunities. While Cork is our preferred location, as a result of our strong digital capability and cloud-based systems and networks, it will be possible for the successful candidates to work out of their choice of any of our Irish offices.
ResponsibilitiesAwareness of the Irish regulatory and planning framework, together with experience of managing civil engineering projects through the planning process.Understanding of the suite of contracts used in public procurement in Ireland.Understanding of design principles, materials and specifications used in Ireland.An appreciation of climate adaptation and resilience principles and practices.An understanding of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the impact engineering can have on achieving these goals.Current Projects/Skills and attributes neededStrong civil engineering technical design skills in the areas of surface water, wastewater, and water supply design.Experience in pipelines, water networks, pumping stations or flood relief schemes will be an advantage.Ability to technically lead and manage the design process from conceptual layout to detailed design and construction.Passionate about driving digital delivery on projects and keeping appraised of latest industry developments around digital and BIM.Experience with Civil 3D / Revit / OpenRoads / Microstation and other BIM software.Understanding of wider engineering project requirements e.g. geotechnics, utilities, risk management etc and ability to tailor civil engineering interventions to suit wider project aspirations.Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams and client/stakeholder liaison, with proven design co-ordination management and leadership.Experience in project and commercial management to drive the delivery of projects.Ability to mentor junior staff in developing their own technical and commercial expertise.Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong numerical skills.Effective planning and organisational skills.An ability to multi-task efficiently under pressure and maintain high level of attention to detail.A willingness to engage and listen, to understand the needs of your clients and colleagues.Your Education/ProfileA minimum of a bachelor's degree in a Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering discipline is required for this role (equivalent to Level 8 in the Irish NFQ).A Master's degree would be beneficial but not essential.Chartered status with Engineers Ireland, or equivalent, is expected.Required BehavioursEnthusiasm for a career in the water sector, underpinned through knowledge and understanding of our sector and work.Highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.An organised approach and the ability to plan-ahead to ensure deadlines are met.Demonstrate a creative approach to problem solving and seek to improve existing ways of working.The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive.Be flexible to the needs of the business, and changes to project plans.Be dedicated to the delivery of projects, and the development of the team and business as a whole.A strong sense of appropriate ethical practice. A professional, trustworthy and approachable attitude.What to expect at Arup: A multicultural and informal working environment where you can develop professionally by being part of a team who enjoy what they do.We believe that flexible arrangements, such as hybrid working, create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people.Opportunities for short or long assignments at Arup's offices and projects anywhere in the world.Employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme, which is dependent on the firm's financial performance.Competitive performance-based salary growth.A strong corporate culture committed to its values: quality of work, holistic approach, humane organization, straight and honourable dealings, social usefulness and reasonable prosperity.Continuous training and professional development that will allow you to adapt to the growing needs of our clients as we embrace digital transformation.Join us in shaping a better world. Our goal is to shape a better world, finding solutions for some of the world's most complex problems. From climate action to social value, we consider the most expansive impacts of our work. Our drive to build a more sustainable, resilient and equitable future shapes our culture and has made us leaders in sustainable development. The successful candidate will join our multi-disciplinary design teams focusing on technical excellence and innovative solutions that create a better future for people, places, and the planet.
'A better way'- Sustainability and Social Equity At Arup, we strive to bring environmental sustainability and social equity together. We put sustainability at the heart of our projects and invest in research and development that helps tackle issues such as climate change and poverty. We have made a commitment to reach net zero by 2030 and to contribute meaningfully to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, creating shared value for our clients and our communities while safeguarding our planet.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion is at the heart of what we do We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background based on merit, fairness and respect. At Arup, you'll be a welcomed member of the team with opportunities to participate in social, cultural and educational events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador) or with your colleagues by joining staff networks such as those for women, culture or the LGBTQ+ community.
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