Civil Foreman

Here in Suir Engineering we are a leading international provider of innovative Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Our core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. We provide best in class contracting solutions with in-house, flexible resources capable of delivering a personable and consistent service to our customers. Over the past 40 years we have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. We are currently expanding significantly, and are delivering large scale projects across Ireland, the U.K, Germany, Denmark and Sweden. 

We recognize that continued business success depends on our commitment to and development of our people. We are determined to create a diverse and equal workforce and to ensure our company appeals to the best and brightest people. We wish for all employees to realise their full potential and have the opportunity to grow and develop during their career with Suir. We are also working continuously to promote a culture of positive wellbeing through our wellbeing programmes and supports to employees and their families through our Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club. 

We currently have a requirement for a Civil foreman to join our growing Civils division.

What you will be doing

Management of sub-contractors, labourers and onsite staff

Management and control of health and safety on site.

Understanding company policies and ensuring these are implemented at every level of works.

Ensure civil works are executed in line with project drawings, specifications, and applicable standards.

Manage all civil construction activities, including site preparation, foundation works, concrete pouring, transformer plinths, control building structures, Grid Route ducting, and other relevant activities for the substation.

Identify hazards and implement corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment.

Promote a zero-accident culture by actively participating in site safety meetings and audits.

Monitor daily site activities and address any challenges to maintain project schedule and milestones.

Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring productivity and efficiency.

Conduct toolbox talks and promote a culture of safety and teamwork among the crew.

Coordinate the procurement, delivery, and proper use of construction materials, tools, and equipment.

Monitor and manage resource usage to minimize waste and control project costs.

Provide daily progress reports and updates to the Project Manager.

Communicate effectively with site engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.

Attend project coordination meetings and address civil works-related concerns.

Collaborate with QA/QC team to perform inspections and resolve non-conformance issues promptly.

Minimum 5 years of experience in civil construction working as Foreman is required.

Previous experience in Substation and Grid Route construction is desirable

Is this job for me

Communicate effectively with site engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.

Attend project coordination meetings and address civil works-related concerns.

Collaborate with QA/QC team to perform inspections and resolve non-conformance issues promptly.

Minimum 5 years of experience in civil construction working as Foreman is required.

Previous experience in Substation and Grid Route construction is desirable.

In return from Suir Engineering

21 days annual leave 

Company Pension contributions - no waiting periods 

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 

Private Health Insurance contribution 

Life and Disability cover  

EAP for employees and their families 

Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports and upskilling opportunities 

Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of our European projects in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany.

Our way of working

Our way of working is called the Suir Way, designed to help us on a journey of continuous improvement. 

Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working. 

Our people have a voice and feel empowered. 

We have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement. 

Value is delivered every step of the journey. Our efficient processes deliver value. 

We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business.