Associate Director, Civil Engineer

Civic

. Lead civil engineering design delivery across a range of projects and sectors .

Posted 10/29/2026full-timeDublin • IrelandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil engineering design delivery, project management, and business development while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring quality assurance across projects. Capable of leading and mentoring teams, with a focus on innovative solutions and strategic decision-making.

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Civil Engineering Design DeliveryChartered Engineer StatusBusiness DevelopmentProject ManagementQuality Assurance

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Hard Skills

Technical Drawing ProductionEngineering AnalysisModelling SoftwareNumerical Problem-SolvingGraphical Communication

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingInterpersonal SkillsOrganisational SkillsStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeProject Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered Engineer (CEng MIEI, ICE, IStructE)

Industry Keywords

Construction RegulationsQuality Management SystemConsultancy ExperienceClient Relationship ManagementBidding and Tendering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead civil engineering design delivery across a range of projects and sectors
Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers and technicians
Identify project challenges and opportunities and direct teams toward effective, innovative solutions
Oversee production and review of technical drawings, reports, calculations, presentations and project documentation
Conduct technical reviews, quality assurance checks and internal project reviews
Ensure effective use of engineering analysis, modelling and design software
Lead multiple projects concurrently, managing programmes, resources, deliverables and project fees
Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and project stakeholders
Monitor project performance and manage changes throughout project lifecycles
Plan and allocate resources for efficient project delivery
Lead, mentor and support engineers and technicians and contribute to team development
Maintain financial and commercial awareness across projects and teams
Contribute to business planning, operational performance and strategic decision-making
Lead business development activity and contribute to practice growth
Identify and pursue new opportunities with Directors and senior colleagues
Represent the business at client meetings, networking events and industry forums
Lead preparation of bids, tenders and fee proposals
Support existing client accounts and develop new business opportunities
Promote wider practice services and cross-disciplinary collaboration
Participate in CPD, technical presentations and knowledge-sharing activities
Champion Civic’s values and contribute to its culture, people and business success

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Chartered Engineer status with Engineers Ireland (CEng MIEI), ICE, IStructE or an equivalent recognised professional body
Significant consultancy experience across a range of project sectors and scales
Experience leading large teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously
Proven ability to deliver projects successfully while maintaining commercial performance
Strong track record of business development, bidding and securing new work
Established professional network within the Irish engineering and development sector
Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities
Effective graphical and visual communication skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel
Strong contractual and commercial awareness
Excellent leadership, coaching and team development skills
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Proven ability to build trusted client relationships and generate business opportunities
Maintain Chartered Engineer status and an active CPD record and Development Action Plan
Compliance knowledge of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 and the Practice Quality Management System

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fair and competitive salary, taking into consideration market rates and your experience level
Flexible working hours; core hours are 10:30am–4:30pm, with an early Friday finish
Hybrid working; most full-time employees come into the studio 3 days a week
26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time employees)
An extra day of annual leave after 3 years’ service and another after 5 years
Option to buy or sell one week of holiday each year
Sabbatical option by banking one week’s holiday for 3 years to take a month off in year 4
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and neonatal care leave pay
2 days paid dependency leave and 1 week paid carers leave
Mental health first aider support
Mindfulness sessions
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Life Assurance
Health Care Cash Plan
Gym discounts
Free eye tests
4 weeks enhanced sick leave
2 mental wellness days
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion network with regular team activities
2 days of paid volunteering leave each year
Paid professional memberships
2 days paid study leave, plus extra leave for exams
Chartership Preparation Courses
Chartership completion bonus
In-house Civic Academy training
Management Development Programmes
Mentorship programme for all employees
HMRC-friendly Workplace Nursery scheme
Workplace pension scheme
Season Ticket Loans and National Rail Cards
Two salary sacrifice cycle-to-work schemes
Cycling facilities at all studios, including showers and bike racks