Senior Engineer/Team Lead (Water & Utilities)

**The Opportunity:** An established engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer / Team Lead to join its growing Water & Utilities team in Galway. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior civil or environmental engineer to take a leading role in the design and delivery of major water, wastewater and utility infrastructure projects. You will provide technical leadership across a varied portfolio while supporting the development of a high-performing engineering team. The role offers significant responsibility, client exposure and opportunities for continued career progression. **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead the design and delivery of water, wastewater, drainage and utility infrastructure projects. * Act as technical lead on Design-Build and traditional contract projects. * Manage technical outputs, resources and project programmes to ensure successful delivery. * Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and work closely with clients, contractors and key stakeholders. * Review engineering designs, drawings, calculations, specifications and technical reports. * Liaise with Uisce Éireann, local authorities and project partners. * Mentor and support Graduate and Project Engineers. * Provide construction support, undertake site visits and participate in design reviews and inspections. * Support bids, business development and client relationship management. * Ensure compliance with QA/QC, Health & Safety, BCAR and relevant engineering standards. **Requirements:** * Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline. * Typically 8+ years’ relevant experience in water, wastewater, utilities or civil infrastructure. * Chartered Engineer status or actively progressing towards chartership with Engineers Ireland. * Strong experience delivering Design-Build projects and leading multidisciplinary teams. * Experience with Uisce Éireann and local authority standards and approvals. * Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. * Knowledge of hydraulic modelling, GIS and water/drainage design software. * Understanding of Irish design standards, Eurocodes and relevant legislation. * BIM and digital engineering experience would be advantageous. * Strong leadership, communication, analytical and stakeholder-management skills are essential.