Drainage Discipline Lead

4 weeks ago

Dublin Pike, Ireland Jacobs Full time

Overview Drainage Discipline Lead / Associate Director – Dublin
Join to apply for the Drainage Discipline Lead / Associate Director – Dublin role at Jacobs. At Jacobs, we challenge today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
As a Drainage Discipline Lead, you’ll play a central role in shaping the future of infrastructure across Ireland and beyond. You’ll lead the delivery of high-quality drainage design solutions for transportation and urban infrastructure projects, applying your deep technical expertise and understanding of Irish standards to complex, multidisciplinary challenges. You’ll guide a geographically diverse team across Ireland, the UK, and global offices—mentoring junior engineers, collaborating across disciplines, and ensuring technical excellence at every stage of project delivery. Your leadership will foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing, while your proactive approach will help drive sustainable, compliant, and efficient design outcomes.
Responsibilities Lead drainage design across all project stages, ensuring compliance with Irish standards and client expectations.
Mentor and develop junior engineers, supporting their growth and technical development.
Collaborate with clients and approval authorities, building trusted relationships and delivering strategic solutions.
Champion innovation and sustainability in drainage design, contributing to decarbonisation and resilient infrastructure.
Work flexibly across offices and client sites, with a base in Dublin or the surrounding area.
Qualifications Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with Engineers Ireland or equivalent
Based in Ireland (Dublin or surrounding area preferred)
Extensive experience in drainage design for highways and urban environments
Strong knowledge of Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) standards and the SuDS Manual and other drainage guidance
Proven experience obtaining design approvals from Irish authorities
Proficiency in drainage modelling software and tools
Strong understanding of health and safety legislation
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust across teams and with clients
We support safety, inclusion and belonging, flexible working, and opportunities for global collaboration. We welcome applicants who are seeking flexible arrangements and from those who may not meet all listed requirements, in line with our disability confident employment approach.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Senior Drainage Engineer, Dublin

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland O'Connor Sutton Cronin Full time

    OCSC, Ireland's leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy, is currently recruiting a Senior Drainage Engineer in their Dublin Office.Your role is to assist in establishing OCSC as a centre of excellence, to achieve turnover and profit margins as per the business plan.You will be part of a management team that will strive to produce integrated, holistic, and...

  • Senior Drainage Engineer, Dublin

    4 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland O'Connor Sutton Cronin Full time

    OCSC, Ireland’s leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy, is currently recruiting a Senior Drainage Engineer in their Dublin Office. Your role is to assist in establishing OCSC as a centre of excellence, to achieve turnover and profit margins as per the business plan. You will be part of a management team that will strive to produce integrated, holistic,...

  • Senior Drainage Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Oracle SA Full time

    We are seeking aCivil Engineer who specialises in the design of sustainable drainage systems, wastewater networks, water distribution systems, hydrological studies and flood risk management. We are looking for candidates with experience of drainage design in Europe, UK or Ireland. - A minimum of 5+ years relevant experience in a design environment. -...

  • Graduate Opportunities 2026

    4 weeks ago

    Dublin Pike, Ireland EirGrid plc Full time

    Graduate Opportunities 2026 - All Disciplines (Graduate Opportunities 2026 - All Disciplines) Who Are We? At EirGrid Group, we operate, develop and enhance the electricity grid and market, bringing power to everyone throughout Ireland. In support of government policy, we have made a commitment to increase the amount of electricity we get from renewable...

  • Principal Civil Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Dublin Pike, Ireland AtkinsRéalis Full time

    Overview AtkinsRéalis one of the world’s leading providers of engineering professional consulting and support services with offices across Ireland. We are seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to be based in our Dublin office. The successful candidate will work in a civil engineering team within a multidisciplinary office and shall work on varied projects....

  • Civil Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Dublin Pike, Ireland Cundall Johnston & Partners LLP Full time

    Cundall’s Civil Engineering team pride ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative and sustainable civil engineering and infrastructure solutions, focused on improving and protecting the environment in which we live, while providing the facilities for day-to-day life, ensuring that transport and industry function effectively. As one of...

  • Apply Now! Senior Drainage Engineer

    15 hours ago

    Dublin, Ireland Access Talent Group Full time

    22 days Holiday, Hybrid Working, CPD Opportunities, Early Finish Fridays Access Talent Group is collaborating with a leading engineering consulting firm in search of a Senior Engineer to join its Sustainable Infrastructure team based in either the Cork, Dublin, or Carlow office. This role entails contributing to the growth of the Sustainable Infrastructure...

  • Graduate Opportunities 2026

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland EirGrid plc Full time

    Graduate Opportunities 2026 - All Disciplines (Graduate Opportunities 2026 - All Disciplines) Who Are We? At EirGrid Group, we operate, develop and enhance the electricity grid and market, bringing power to everyone throughout Ireland. In support of government policy, we have made a commitment to increase the amount of electricity we get from renewable...

  • Senior / Principal Civil Engineer (Immediate Start)

    1 week ago

    Dublin, Ireland AtkinsRéalis Full time

    Overview AtkinsRéalis one of the world’s leading providers of engineering professional consulting and support services with offices across Ireland. We are seeking a Senior / Principal Civil Engineer to be based in our Dublin office. The successful candidate will work in a civil engineering team within a multidisciplinary office and shall work on varied...

  • Senior Civil Engineer

    1 week ago

    Dublin, Ireland Cpl Full time

    Due to our on-going success with a new large-scale projects in Dublin City Centre we have a requirement for Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Dublin permanently. Responsibilities You will be in the Dublin office, Hybrid working basis to be arranged. The role involves the following: Lead the detailed civil engineering designProactively coordinate with...