GRADUATE ENGINEER (Sept 2027 Intake)
Are you passionate about shaping the future of the built environment? Ready to kickstart your career in Engineering?
Cunningham are excited to announce the launch of our Graduate & Placement opportunities with intake dates in September 2027 - designed to give you the hands-on experience and professional development needed to thrive in these dynamic industries!
We want motivated, innovative and enthusiastic current and recent Graduates in Engineering. If you’re eager to make an impact and have fun while doing it – this is for you!
REPORTING TO: Site Manager
LOCATION: This is a site-based role offering the opportunity to work on exciting projects across Dublin, Wicklow and Kildare, with potential exposure to international projects in Germany, Sweden and other EU countries.
Flexibility to travel is essential, but we'll provide the necessary accommodation and support to help you make the most of these opportunities.
CONTRACT TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
Duties will include:
- Ensuring Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements are adhered to.
- Assist with surveying and setting-out duties.
- Supporting the site management team to ensure that the project can be completed on-time and in budget.
- Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and pricing of materials.
- Preparation of drawings, calculations, risk assessments and method statements, ensuring quality control and compliance procedures are adhered to.
- Producing progress reports as appropriate.
- Liaising with clients and carrying out site investigations.
- Assisting engineers, subcontractors, and other parties engaged ensuring all work is completed according to specifications.
Candidate
Qualifications & Experience:
- We welcome applications from candidates studying Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, and related disciplines.
- Practical site experience gained as part of a placement or paid employment.
- Strong IT experience with MS Office and other relevant software such as AutoCAD.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to relay complex information in clear manner.
- Well organised, with the ability to manage workload and prioritise competing tasks.
- Possess attention to detail, and diligent with standards of work.
Additional information
- All candidates should have the legal right or a valid permit to that enables them to work in the Republic of Ireland and the UK.
- Travel to various sites and live projects across Ireland will be expected as part of normal duties for this role, therefore a full driving licence and access to own vehicle will be an advantage.
- As part of this role, you will be expected to work outdoors on live construction sites all year-round in varying weather conditions.
Benefits
In addition to your market leading salary, Cunningham Employee Benefits include:
Work-Life & Wellbeing
31 days Annual Leave
Early finish on Fridays
Life Assurance Policy
Company Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing Events
Development & Support
Ongoing Training & Development
Team Development Days
Support for Chartership Pathways
Bespoke Career Pathways
Professional Membership Support
Company Culture & Perks
State-of-the-art office facilities
On-site Car Parking
Branded clothing
Social Events
Sectors
Sectors
Are you passionate about shaping the future of the built environment? Ready to kickstart your career in Engineering?
Cunningham are excited to announce the launch of our Graduate & Placement opportunities with intake dates in September 2027 - designed to give you the hands-on experience and professional development needed to thrive in these dynamic industries!
We want motivated, innovative and enthusiastic current and recent Graduates in Engineering. If you’re eager to make an impact and have fun while doing it – this is for you!
REPORTING TO: Site Manager
LOCATION: This is a site-based role offering the opportunity to work on exciting projects across Dublin, Wicklow and Kildare, with potential exposure to international projects in Germany, Sweden and other EU countries.
Flexibility to travel is essential, but we'll provide the necessary accommodation and support to help you make the most of these opportunities.
CONTRACT TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
Duties will include:
- Ensuring Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements are adhered to.
- Assist with surveying and setting-out duties.
- Supporting the site management team to ensure that the project can be completed on-time and in budget.
- Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and pricing of materials.
- Preparation of drawings, calculations, risk assessments and method statements, ensuring quality control and compliance procedures are adhered to.
- Producing progress reports as appropriate.
- Liaising with clients and carrying out site investigations.
- Assisting engineers, subcontractors, and other parties engaged ensuring all work is completed according to specifications.
Candidate
Qualifications & Experience:
- We welcome applications from candidates studying Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, and related disciplines.
- Practical site experience gained as part of a placement or paid employment.
- Strong IT experience with MS Office and other relevant software such as AutoCAD.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to relay complex information in clear manner.
- Well organised, with the ability to manage workload and prioritise competing tasks.
- Possess attention to detail, and diligent with standards of work.
Additional information
- All candidates should have the legal right or a valid permit to that enables them to work in the Republic of Ireland and the UK.
- Travel to various sites and live projects across Ireland will be expected as part of normal duties for this role, therefore a full driving licence and access to own vehicle will be an advantage.
- As part of this role, you will be expected to work outdoors on live construction sites all year-round in varying weather conditions.
Benefits
In addition to your market leading salary, Cunningham Employee Benefits include:
Work-Life & Wellbeing
31 days Annual Leave
Early finish on Fridays
Life Assurance Policy
Company Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing Events
Development & Support
Ongoing Training & Development
Team Development Days
Support for Chartership Pathways
Bespoke Career Pathways
Professional Membership Support
Company Culture & Perks
State-of-the-art office facilities
On-site Car Parking
Branded clothing
Social Events
