Job Description
The Civil Engineer shall develop engineering solutions that satisfy the technical, operational and aesthetic requirements of
Client briefs whilst being in compliance with codes of practice, ICAO / EASA standards and best international practice.
The role will entail the design of large-scale infrastructural projects with a focus on airfield and heavy civil engineering
components including airfield geometry, pavements, Navaids assessments, site works, drainage and utilities, external works
associated with buildings, roads and car parks and minor roads works.
The role will include the production of designs, drawings, schedules of quantities, calculations, compliance documentation
and contract documentation. A large part of the role will require assuring the quality of design activities undertaken by 3rd
party consultants while checking for compliance and appropriateness to Dublin Airport.
Client briefs whilst being in compliance with codes of practice, ICAO / EASA standards and best international practice.
The role will entail the design of large-scale infrastructural projects with a focus on airfield and heavy civil engineering
components including airfield geometry, pavements, Navaids assessments, site works, drainage and utilities, external works
associated with buildings, roads and car parks and minor roads works.
The role will include the production of designs, drawings, schedules of quantities, calculations, compliance documentation
and contract documentation. A large part of the role will require assuring the quality of design activities undertaken by 3rd
party consultants while checking for compliance and appropriateness to Dublin Airport.
Principal Responsibilities:
• Input into the design of airfield and landside civil projects, from preliminary high-level options to comprehensive
planning and detailed construction designs.
planning and detailed construction designs.
• Act as design team lead on small to medium scale projects, providing guidance and support to team members.
• Liaise with external designers and co-ordinate designs.
• Review of external design packages and contractor submissions for appropriateness and completeness. Perform
technical compliance reviews of civil design documentation, making recommendations based on the review of
drawings / specifications / design information and the need to align to daa’s strategic intent.
technical compliance reviews of civil design documentation, making recommendations based on the review of
drawings / specifications / design information and the need to align to daa’s strategic intent.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Ensure that all project deliverables meet strict quality criteria and cost objectives.
•Ensure that designs are complete and co-ordinated in a timely manner in line with project programmes.
• Ensure Contractor compliance with the approved civil designs during the construction phases.
• Ensure works are designed and phased in a manner which minimises operational disruption and are constructable
and cost efficient.
and cost efficient.
• Provide input into Value Engineering and cost reduction exercises.
• Production of design risk assessments and health and safety documents.
• Preparation of tender requests for the procurement of external consultants and supporting the procurement of
civil design services and contractors.
• Apply best practice in relation to sustainability and whole life costing.
civil design services and contractors.
• Apply best practice in relation to sustainability and whole life costing.
• Have a positive "can do" attitude and be capable of working on a number of projects simultaneously.
Requirements
• 5+ years directly involved in the design process of large infrastructural projects.
• Experience in Ireland or the UK is advantageous.
•Airport Engineering and Aeronautical Standards knowledge and experience is advantageous.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Strong technical, written and vocal communication abilities.
• Strong interpersonal abilities and the capacity to collaborate, lead and inspire other designers.
• Familiarity with Tii and Irish Water specifications and standards.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D, Auto Cad, Micro Drainage and Auto desk Construction Cloud