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The role focuses primarily on large-scale residential developments.\nThe successful candidate will lead the delivery of major structural projects, with responsibility for their technical, managerial and commercial aspects. They will report to a Technical Director, work closely with the Senior Management Team and provide leadership to their project teams.\nKey responsibilities include:\nReporting to a Technical Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:-\nTeam lead responsible for the delivery of medium and large scale residential development projects nationally and particularly in the Cork area.\nOverseeing project delivery from design through to handover, including people management, project management, project costing and budgeting, contract documentation, programming, chairing meetings and site monitoring for compliance.\nReviewing and approving the structural calculations, drawings and specifications produced by the team, and overseeing the structural works relating to compliance with Building Control (Amendment) Regulations requirements.\nLiaising with clients, design team and contractors and supporting the growth and the development of the Team.\nPerform other duties as required.\nDesired qualifications and requirements:\nHonours degree (Level 8) or higher in Civil or Structural Engineering.\nPreferably Chartered with minimum of 8-10 years’ experience.\nProven structural design experience on buildings, particularly large-scale residential and student accommodation developments, including reinforced concrete design to Eurocode 2 (IS EN 1992) of podium slabs, transfer structures, basements and foundations.\nExtensive experience of the Irish construction industry, including working knowledge of the Building Regulations Technical Guidance Documents, the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations and the Irish National Annexes to the Eurocodes.\nAdvanced knowledge and experience using structural design software Tekla Structural Designer and Tekla Tedds.\nHands-on experience of a range of construction methods and materials, including in-situ and precast concrete, structural steel, masonry and timber frame.\nProven experience leading, mentoring and developing a team of structural engineers.\nStrong financial management and client relationship management skills.\nStrong work ethic and dedicated to tasks with a positive attitude.\nFlexible approach and the ability to adapt to a new and evolving environment.\nCurrent driving licence is desirable.\nWhat we offer:\nSignificant investment in your career development.\nCompetitive market salary.\nPension matched up to 5% of salary.\nGenerous annual leave allowance (basic allowance 23 days).\nAdditional service recognition leave.\nHybrid working.\nTax saver scheme & bike to work scheme.\nAnnual professional institution subscription paid.\nWellbeing support including access to an independent Employee Assistance Scheme.\nA working culture that is diverse, inclusive and looks after your wellness at work.\nCompany social committee which organises many social events throughout the year.\nContinuous technical learning paths through a wide range of activities, knowledge sharing platforms, seminars and workshops, lunch and learn presentations and other events that can support your career growth.\nCPD Accreditation\nWe are a certified CPD Accredited Employer with Engineers Ireland (EI), recognising that the company can only grow and develop through its people. Our employees are our major asset and as an EI CPD Accredited Employer we are fully committed to raising and maintaining employee competency levels in order to develop a workforce that is encouraged to create and innovate.\nEqual Opportunities\nAt DBFL, we are proud to be a Gold Accredited Investors in Diversity award recipient, reflecting our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique talents. Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is not just a policy, but a core value. 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