Senior Engineer – Roads, Public Transport, & Greenways

Overview

In this role you will lead transport design packages on major Irish projects across roads, public transport, and greenways. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, people-centered transport solutions that meet client needs and regulatory standards. The position supports your path toward Chartered Engineer through mentoring, training, and direct project exposure. You will work in a flexible, hybrid environment with opportunities to grow and influence significant infrastructure programs across the island of Ireland and the UK.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible hybrid working
• career development via AECOM University
• merit-led reward programme
• comprehensive benefits and well-being programs
• social value opportunities
• Sports and Social Club

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead design packages from concept to construction on highways, rail, and light rail projects
• Deliver bus infrastructure and greenway/active travel schemes to relevant standards
• Apply UK/Irish design standards (DMRB, DMURS, Cycle by Design, Cycle Design Manual) to create safe transport solutions
• Provide high-quality deliverables within time and budget while meeting client expectations
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with technicians, engineers, and other specialists
• Engage with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders through statutory approvals and design processes
• Mentor apprentices and contribute to continuous learning and development
• Support project commercial management and work-winning processes

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (international equivalents acceptable)
• Progress toward Chartership or Chartered Engineer status
• Post-graduate experience in civil engineering, highways, public transport and greenways, NEC contracts, and contract management
• Knowledge of UK/Irish design standards (DMRB, DMURS, LTN 1/20, LTN 1/24, NTA Cycle Design Manual)
• Experience with contract documentation for major transport projects (NEC/Public Works Contract) and related specifications
• Knowledge of statutory planning and design approvals in the UK/Ireland (EIA/NIS/CPO)
• Experience working in teams to deliver high-quality work packages

• Collaborative teamwork
• Mentoring and coaching
• Effective communication with clients and authorities
• DMRB and DMURS design standards
• LTN 1/20 and LTN 1/24 compliance
• NTA Cycle Design Manual

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