Senior Resident Engineer

Leitrim County Council -
Leitrim, County Leitrim

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Full-time | Specified-purpose | Fixed term
2 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave

Qualifications

Engineering
Master's degree
Administrative experience
Supervising experience
Project management
Bachelor's degree
Quality control
Less (style sheet language)
Construction
Communication skills
B Driving Licence

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Candidate Information Booklet

(Please read carefully)

Post of:

Senior Resident Engineer
(Fixed Term / Specified Purpose Contract Post)

Closing Date: 4:00pm on Thursday, 25th June 2026

Important Notes

Completed Application Form (inclusive of all other required

documentation) must be emailed in PDF Format only as One Single

Document (not individual scanned documents) to [email protected].

Please quote ‘Senior Resident Engineer Application’ followed by

your name in the subject line of the email.

Note: Hard copy Application Forms will not be accepted

General Information:
County Leitrim, located in the North West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape,

vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an

economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and

visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce,
supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development

opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer

benefits across family friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff.

The Competition
Leitrim County Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant
experience for the position of Senior Resident Engineer. Leitrim County Council will, following an
interview process, form a panel for the post from which future relevant fixed term and/or specified
purpose contract vacancies may be filled. This panel will exist for one year and may be extended for
a further period of one year at the discretion of the Chief Executive.

The Role
The Senior Resident Engineer will be responsible for the on-site supervision of the construction stage
of relevant contracts and shall perform the duties allocated. The Senior Resident Engineer's primary

role is to ensure that the Contractor carries out all their obligations under the relevant contract. The

person(s) appointed shall be on site during all working hours of construction. The Senior Resident
Engineer shall report to the Senior Engineer, or any other person as may be designated by the Chief

Executive, in the discharge of their duties.

The post holder will communicate purposefully with the contractor and other stakeholders and

monitor the work on site with regard to Health & Safety legislation to ensure that the employers/client’s

responsibilities are discharged

The Qualifications:
1. Character

Candidates shall be of good character.

2. Health

Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to
render regular and efficient service.

3. Citizenship:

Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be:

i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the
European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or

ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or

iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the
free movement of persons; or

iv. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4

visa; or

v. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or
any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has

a stamp 4 visa or

vi. A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an
EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa

4. Education, Experience, etc.

Each candidate shall, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:

(a) (i) hold an honours bachelors degree (level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ))

in Engineering accredited at CEng or CEng with FL level by Engineers Ireland*;

(ii) hold an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications

(NFQ)) in Engineering AND a post-graduate masters degree (level 9 on the National Framework
of Qualifications (NFQ)) in Engineering;

(iii) hold a masters degree (level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in

Engineering attained after completing an integrated masters level programme of at least 4 years

duration and which is accredited at CEng level by Engineers Ireland or an equivalent
accreditation body internationally;

(iv) have achieved the registered professional title of Chartered Engineer and be registered on

the Register of Chartered Engineers of Engineers Ireland or of a professional institute of another

country and recognised by Engineers Ireland as of equivalent status.

(b) have at least seven (7) years satisfactory relevant experience of engineering work;

(preferably to include a minimum of five (5) years’ experience overseeing capital projects in the
capacity of Resident Engineer)

(d) possess a high standard of administrative and management experience;

(e) have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such

knowledge.

Criteria for evaluating Qualifications for Senior Executive Engineer and above (the Minister has

deemed that qualifications for Senior Resident Engineer shall be commensurate with those of Senior

Executive Engineer):

When determining if a candidate’s qualifications can be deemed equivalent to a Level 8 degree in

Engineering, the following criteria will be considered:

How has your degree been accredited by Engineers Ireland, or an equivalent accreditation body

internationally? Degrees accredited at CEng or CEng with FL level by Engineers Ireland will be

understood as a Level 8 Qualification. For International qualifications, consideration will be given
to the NARIC Framework and Washington Accord, as appropriate.

Is the degree at Level 8 on the NFQ scale? Where candidates have achieved their degree in other

jurisdictions, the level of the qualification will be determined using the NARIC Ireland Foreign

Qualification database.

Does the degree contain the level and volume of Engineering modules as would be expected in a

Level 8 degree in Engineering? At least 80% of the modules covered in the degree should be

focussed on Engineering and the degree should be underpinned by mathematics and the core

science subjects.

Notes:

Candidates must submit a copy of educational qualifications meeting the requirements of 4(a)

above with their application.

Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will

not be considered further.

Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and

Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National
Framework of Qualifications. Foreign Language qualifications must also be accompanied by a

translation document.

Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of category

B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A

copy of Licence must be submitted with your application.

The Ideal Candidate Shall Have:
• Have at least ten years relevant post-graduate engineering work experience, including experience of

site-based supervision of major public realm/regeneration/roads/bridges/construction projects.

Have an adequate knowledge of the Project Management Guidelines and associated documents

and the implementation of these documents during project development and

construction/closeout.

Be experienced and aware in terms of environmental, planning and health and safety requirements

in relation to major construction projects.

Be able to demonstrate a strong level of contractual and financial awareness, experience and

proficiency relating to major construction projects.

Be highly organised and competent in terms of keeping records and communicating with

Contractors, the Employers Representative, the Employer, the general public and all other

stakeholders.

Be experienced and proficient in critically reviewing and assessing works proposals, method

statements, temporary traffic management plans, etc.

Be demanding in terms of ensuring that a consistently high standard of workmanship is achieved

and materials used in accordance with the specified requirements and to help ensure that the
assigned project/s is/are realised in a cost and time efficient manner.

Demonstrate a record of excellent project management skills resulting in successful project delivery.

Have the ability to manage time and any assigned staff and to balance priorities and commitments

in order to simultaneously supervise successfully a number of construction projects.

Have a strong understanding of various forms of contract and works specifications.

Have detailed knowledge and experience of civil engineering measurement and materials quality

control.

Be self motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative in a work place environment.

Be able to manage, lead and motivate staff where assigned.

Have good judgement and problem solving skills.

Have good experience of working on a project team.

Have excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills and be capable of dealing with

public relations issues.

Be capable of working in close consultation with key stakeholders and in seeking co-operation and

consensus with a whole range of bodies and representative groups.

Be computer literate and proficient in the use of surveying equipment.

Have good verbal and written communication skills.

Have the ability to receive and act on feedback given.

Competencies for the Post:
Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate

sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take
particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview

processes will be based on the information provided by candidates.

Strategic Strategic Ability

Management & Displays the ability to think and act strategically. Can translate strategy into
Change operational plans and outputs. Evaluates capacity and performance against

objectives. Demonstrates innovation and creativity to secure successful

strategic outcomes.
Political Awareness

Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the

organisation.

Networking and Representing

Develops and maintains positive and beneficial relationships with a range of

stakeholders. Builds networks of technical and professional contacts.

Promotes and sustains an appropriate, positive, and cohesive image for the
organisation it represents.

Bringing about Change

Demonstrates flexibility and an openness to change. Develops and initiates
change management programmes to meet end objectives. Influences others

and fosters commitment to change.

Delivering Problem Solving and Decision Making

Results Can pinpoint critical information and address issues logically. Understands the

context and impact of decisions made. Acts decisively and makes timely,

informed and effective decisions.

Operational Planning

Contributes to operational plans and develops team plans in line with priorities
and actions for their area of operations. Delegates, tracks and monitors activity.

Establishes high quality service and customer care standards.

Managing Resources
Manages the allocation, use and evaluation of resources to ensure they are

used effectively to deliver on operational plans. Drives and promotes reduction

in cost and minimisation of waste

Delivering Quality Outcomes
Promotes the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services.

Organises the delivery of services to meet or exceed the required standard.

Evaluates the outcomes achieved, identifies learning and implements

improvements required

Performance Leading and Motivating
Through People Motivates others individually and in teams to deliver high quality work and

customer focused outcomes. Develops the competence of team members and

helps them meet their full potential. Leads by example in terms of
commitment, flexibility and a strong customer service ethos.

Managing Performance

Effectively manages performance including managing underperformance or

conflict. Empowers and encourages people to deliver their part of the

operational plan.

Communicating Effectively

Recognises the value of communicating effectively with all stakeholders.

Actively listens to others. Has highly effective verbal and written

communication skills. Presents ideas clearly and effectively to individuals and
groups.

Personal Relevant Knowledge

Effectiveness Keeps up to date with current developments, trends and best practice in their
area of responsibility. Demonstrates the required specialist knowledge,

understanding and training for the role. Has strong knowledge and

understanding in relation to statutory obligations of Health and Safety

legislation and its application in the workplace.

Resilience and Personal Well Being

Demonstrates appropriate and positive self-confidence. Remains calm under

pressure and operates effectively in an environment with significant
complexity and pace.

Integrity

Behaves in an honest, trustworthy and respectful manner and is transparent,
fair and consistent in dealings with others.

Personal Motivation, Initiative and Achievement

Is enthusiastic about the role and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality

outcomes. Is self-motivated and works to keep knowledge and skills up to date.
Anticipates situations and acts to pre-empt problems. Creates new

opportunities. Is persistent when faced with difficulties. Engages in regular

critical reflection in order to identify how own performance can be improved.

The Principal Terms & Conditions:
1. The Post

The post of Senior Resident Engineer is wholetime, temporary and pensionable and will be based on

the relevant project site(s). The successful candidate may be required to work across multiple projects.

Posts arising will be filled by way of Fixed Term or Specified Purpose Contracts.

A panel will be formed from which Senior Resident Engineer vacancies arising during the lifetime of
the panel may be filled. This panel will exist for one year and may be extended for a further period
of one year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per
the panel.

2. Working Hours

The successful candidate will be required to work contractor hours. This will involve flexible working

hours and may include evening and weekend work. Overtime rates will not apply to additional hours
worked outside of normal hours. Holders of the post may be called for duty at any time in accordance

with arrangements made by the local authority. The Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work

from time to time.

All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation
of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001.

3. Duties

The Senior Resident Engineer will be part of a team responsible for the on-site supervision of the

construction stage of the relevant Contract(s) and shall perform the duties allocated by the Director of

Services/Senior Engineer or any other person designated by the Director of Services/Senior Engineer.

The duties of the post holder will include but will not be limited to the following:

To carry out the functions and powers delegated under the Contract.

To be responsible to the Employer’s Representative for ensuring that works are carried out in

accordance with the Contract Documents.

To manage and monitor the progress and performance of the contract.

To ensure that the contract is carried out in accordance with the relevant Project Appraisal

Guidelines, Project Management Guidelines and any other relevant standards.

To ensure that Project works comply with any relevant planning, environmental or health and safety

standards.

To manage and supervise all other site supervisory staff.

To ensure that all materials used in the works are in accordance with the Specification, and that

required testing is carried out.

To report to the Employer’s Representative on all matters pertaining to the work on site.

To monitor compliance with the Safety & Health Plan on site and all Safety and Health Plans.

To observe and implement all instructions issued by the Employer’s Representative.

To issue Delegated Instructions to the Contractor relating to compliance with the contract

requirements.

To keep comprehensive records of work in progress and to ensure that events and parameters

having contractual implications are properly recorded.

To carry out baseline surveys prior to commencement of construction and check Contractor's

setting-out during construction.

To review all submissions and proposals submitted by the Contractor.

To assess and progress archaeological monitoring (if required) to ensure that necessary works are

programmed and carried out in advance to avoid delays to the main Works.

To record, assess and process any compensation/delay claims submitted by the Contractor.

To report on contractual claims / disputes.

To report to the Employers Representative in relation to claims, including preparation for and

attendance at any resolution hearings/meetings.

To consult and to liaise with Statutory Bodies, Landowners, traders, utility companies and the

general public as directed by the employer.

To liaise with affected landowners regarding compensation agreements, accommodation works,

etc., as appropriate.

To liaise with the affected business owners and adjacent land / property owners / residents as

appropriate on a weekly basis and keep them informed of the works and of any associated
disruption.

To ensure that the General Public are kept informed of the works and of any associated disruption.

To draft minutes of official site meetings and submit same to the Employer’s Representative for

approval and circulation.

To prepare valuation of, and make recommendation on, interim and final payment applications, as

well as Change Orders.

Any duties which may be assigned by the Director of Services/Senior Engineer or any other person

designated by the Director of Services/Senior Engineer.

The Senior Resident Engineer shall be supplied with the following documentation and shall familiarise

him/herself with these documents in order to carry out his/her duties satisfactorily:

o Contract Drawings.

o Planning Documentation related to the scheme(s).

o Specification.
o Bill of Quantities.

o Relevant Conditions of Contract.

o Safety and Health Plan.

o Site Investigation Report.
o Archaeological Report.*

o Post Tender Correspondence.*

o Relevant Method(s) of Measurement (and any associated handbook).
o Wayleave Acquisition Maps.*

o Relevant standards and procedures.

(* where applicable)

The duties may include but are not limited to all of the above and the post holder may be required to

perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time, and
to contribute to the development of the post while in office.

2. Salary:

The salary scale for the position of Senior Resident Engineer (effective 1st June 2026) is:

€102,780

A taxable site allowance may also be payable in respect of travel expenses and subsistence depending
on the particular contract and in accordance with Leitrim County Council and Departmental policy for

payment of Site Allowance.

The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy.

The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the post
shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to

or received by him/her by virtue of the post or in respect of any services, which he / she is required by

or under any enactment to perform.

3. Residence:
The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within

a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve on the project site(s) (site based), or

wherever assigned by the Local Authority.

Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to any Department now
or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any

base or to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future.

4. Probation:
All contracts will be subject to a probationary period, during which the performance of the successful

applicant will be regularly evaluated. If during that period, the Local Authority is satisfied that the

appointee is unlikely to prove suitable for final appointment, the appointment may be terminated by

the giving of one month’s notice on either side, or, in the event of misconduct or negligence, without

notice

The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive of Leitrim County

Council

Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary

period on one week’s notice.

5. Annual Leave:

The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. The Annual Leave Year coincides

with the Calendar Year (i.e. January to December).

8. Superannuation:
All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1st January 2013 will be members

of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme.

All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net

pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums
for member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions

will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme.

Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme

1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of
superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration

plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate

of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult
dependant or qualified children). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses

and Childrens’ Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of

pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme.

Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of

PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local
authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and

Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration.

9. Retirement Age:

The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service
Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013.

The act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or

after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break
of more than 26 weeks. In accordance with Circular Letter 24/2020 Single Pension Scheme Members

normal retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension (Contributory).

Compulsory Retirement Age will be 70.

There is no mandatory retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public

Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004.

Anyone who is “not a new entrant” to the public service, as defined in the Public Service
Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, had been subject to a compulsory retirement age

of 65 years – the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018 provides for an increase

in the compulsory retirement age of most pre-2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70.

10. Pension Abatement:

If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is

entitled to, or in receipt of, a pension from the Civil or Public Service, or where a Civil/Public Service

pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment, that pension will be subject to
abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other

Provisions) Act 2012.

Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the

abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing
Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of

appointments to this position.

11. Drivers Licence / Travel:
Holders of the post shall be required to possess a current unendorsed full driving license (Category B)

and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car

to the satisfaction of the local authority. The post holder’s Insurance policy must cover such use and
must indemnify Leitrim County Council.

Where travel and subsistence expenses are payable (in the event of Site Allowance not applying), these

will be paid in accordance with nationally agreed rates applicable in the sector.

12. Outside Employment

The position is whole-time and the employee may not engage in private practice or be connected with
any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties.

13. Garda Vetting:

The successful candidate may be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of

the National Vetting Bureau (Children & Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate in advance

of appointment and on a periodic basis thereafter for the duration of their employment.

14. Data Protection:

Please note that the information received is used solely for the purpose of considering your application.

Such information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts, 1988,

2003 & 2018 and EU Regulation 2016/679.

SELECTION PROCESS:
(i) Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf

of the local authority.

(ii) Leitrim County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications on the basis of information
supplied on the application form, and only those shortlisted will be called for interview.

(iii) Candidates called for interview will be assessed on the competencies for the post as set out

above.
(iv) A panel may be formed on the basis of such interview. Candidates whose names are on a panel

and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the office

and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be
appointed to this post. The life of the panel will be for one year but may be extended for a further

period of one year at the discretion of the Chief Executive.

(v) The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such

appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the

appointment within such period or longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion

may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them.

All applications must be made on the official Application Form which is available to download on

Leitrim County Council’s website www.leitrim.ie or alternatively, contact the Human Resources

Department (Email: [email protected])

Completed Application Forms, inclusive of all required documentation, must be submitted in PDF

Format only as One Single Document (not individual scanned documents).

CLOSING DATE:

Completed Application Forms must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, 25th June 2026
via email to [email protected]. Applications received after this date and time will not be

considered.

Please quote ‘Senior Resident Engineer Application’ followed by your name in the subject line of

the email.

Candidates will receive an automatic acknowledgement when they submit their application form

to the above email. You should check your Spam/Junk Folders in the event that you do not receive

this acknowledgement. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that their application has been

received and acknowledged.

The responsibility rests with the applicant to ensure that their application form is received by the
Human Resources Department of Leitrim County Council on time as outlined above. Candidates should

ensure that they give themselves sufficient time to allow for any unforeseen circumstances which may

arise and which may impact on their application form not being received on time.

NOTE:

Applicants are reminded that any attempt by themselves or by any persons acting on their behalf directly or
indirectly by means of written communication or otherwise to canvass or otherwise influence in the applicants
favour any employee of the County Council or persons nominated by the Chief Executive to interview or
examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the applicant for the position they are seeking.

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