Career Opportunities

Take your first step towards a career with Bennett

We're looking for innovative people who like to exercise their skill in building better buildings and stronger businesses for our clients. We’re looking for people who are not afraid to bring ideas that can change the marketplace. We seek motivated individuals who want to continue to learn and be challenged, who have superior interpersonal and communication skills and a willingness like the Bennett Culture to be progressive.

To explore your next opportunity at Bennett click on the following vacancies.

Project Manager - Dublin

JOB DETAILS

Region: Cork

JOB PURPOSE:

As Project Manager you will be working closely with our Director and have the ultimate responsibility for the successful delivery of the project to be completed on time, within budget, finished to the highest standard and implemented within the required Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental parameters.· The Project Manager should be degree qualified with a minimum of 7 years experience at project management level.· The Project Manger must have a strong commercial awareness and the ability to deal with the whole financial and programme planning elements of the project.· He / She must possess excellent interpersonal skills with good site based knowledge and experience on a broad range of projects in the construction sector. The role will require a proven track record involving planning and co-ordination of sub-contractors / supply chain coupled with good people management skills.

Principal Duties·& Accountabilities

  • The Project Manager must be able to function autonomously and jointly with Director.· He/She must routinely make management decisions pertaining to project issues with minimal supervision throughout the life of the project.
  • Must be able to demonstrate strong Commercial awareness and Cost Control ability with a proven track record in the area of construction planning.
  • Must be technically competent with the ability to set and track project milestones and deliverables.
  • Must function effectively as liaison between Bennett Construction Limited and external Client executives so as to protect the Company and the specific project, to resolve issues or concerns in conjunction with the Board of Directors.
  • Instruct, coach and direct the project staff with respect to construction, contractual, and regulatory requirements with responsibility for assigned work.
  • Responsibility for the delivery of the job on time, within specification and on budget
  • Ensure all personnel on site conduct their duties to the highest standards.
  • Manage day to day operational duties.
  • Demonstrates continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
  • Develop and deliver progress reports, analyse results and troubleshoot problem areas
  • Build, grow and develop business relationships for the success of the project
  • Provide feedback and record information from the project for 'lessons learnt seminars' and for continuous staff development.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications

  • An Engineering / Construction Management / Project Management Degree required or where appropriate relevant experience.
  • Minimum 7 years commercial / mixed development construction experience, preferably in a Main Contractor entity.
  • Minimum 7 years management experience required - preferably at Senior Level.
  • Thorough knowledge of computer and database applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project/Powerproject etc.
  • Thorough understanding of the construction industry and broad understanding of regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent ability to analyse and interpret contractual documents.
  • Proven excellent analytical and organisational skills.
  • Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal and negotiation skills required.
  • Flexibility and ability to adapt to a changing work environment are essential.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to info@bennettconstruction.ie

Senior Engineer - Dublin

JOB DETAILS

Region Cork

Position Type Permanent (Full Time)

JOB PURPOSE

The Senior Engineer will be required to manage all site engineering works, and will be responsible for the progression and completion of the same in conjunction with Engineering and Site Management teams. Ideally he/she will be skilful in the management of large scale structures and projects to include piling, steel/ concrete frames, precast elements, formwork frames and curtain walling.· The role will involve the management of all engineering procurement to include the ordering of concrete and site bulk materials.· In addition the Senior Engineer will also be responsible for the management of subcontractors whilst monitoring their performance on the job.· He/She will also be responsible for supervision, quality and measurement of all concrete pours.· Technical competence in the use of all setting out instruments is essential. He/She will ideally come form an Engineering background and will possess at least 5 years main contracting experience at senior level on large scale mixed development projects.· The candidate will possess excellent people management and communication skills coupled with the ability to effectively drive the project programme and subcontractor schedules.· A proven track record will be essential to this role with proven success on large scale projects.

Principle Duties & Accountabilities

  • Research and advise on the best engineering solution to meet with a Client’s needs and budget;
  • Setting out and checking works as required for the project;
  • Managing the sub-contractors and personnel on site in order to drive project through to successful completion on time and within budget, finished to the highest standards.· This includes keeping a daily site diary with required information recorded and where all manpower levels for each Sub-Contractor are recorded;
  • Overseeing the keeping of the concrete cube register and other relevant quality checks by the Junior Engineer;
  • Facilitating the flow of information between the Design Team and the Construction Team;
  • Attending weekly management team meetings for Bennett Construction
  • Maintaining, tracking and scheduling the daily and weekly work programmes and reviewing weekly progress reports from the master construction programme
  • Assisting with the control of plant and equipment on site
  • Organise the delivery of materials, plant and equipment needed for the construction project and supervise labour
  • Prepare engineering calculations where required for the design of projects and supervise the drafting

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Required

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • 5-7 Years proven experience at Senior Level
  • Consistent Employment History Displaying Proven Track Record is a must
  • Previous Experience on large scale mixed development projects
  • Ability to effectively manage site programme and associated schedules to required deadlines
  • Excellent Record Keeping skills coupled with the ability to effectively deal with design issues
  • Thorough knowledge of computer and database applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project/Powerproject etc.
  • Excellent People Management skills

To apply for this position please email your CV·to info@bennettconstruction.ie

Junior Engineer - Dublin

JOB DETAILS··

Region Cork

Position Type Permanent (Full Time)

JOB PURPOSE

The Junior Engineer will report directly to the Senior Engineer and will work closely with him or her to help drive the project through to successful completion, on time within budget and to the highest standards.

Principle Duties & Accountabilities

The Junior Engineer will assist the Senior Engineer in the following ways:

  • Setting out and checking works as required for the project;
  • Coordinating Sub-Contractors including maintaining a daily Site Diary detailing manpower levels for each Sub-contractor and keeping accurate notes of all on-site activities;
  • Scheduling daily Work Programmes;
  • Scheduling steel reinforcement and other material requisitions;
  • Making of Concrete Cubes including recording locations, sending for testing and analysing results as well as other quality checks as required;
  • Attending weekly Management Team meeting for Bennett Construction Team
  • Liaising with
    • Site Clerk:·material and plant requistioning and assisting in the control of plant and equipment on site
    • Junior Quantity Surveyor: re-measurement work
    • Quality & Environmental Manager: maintaining site records in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
    • Health & Safety Officer: promoting the implementation of Safety Management System

·

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Required

  • Engineering Degree/Diploma Required
  • Preferably 1-2 years Engineering experience
  • Computer literate in computer and database applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project/Powerproject etc.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team

To apply for this position please email your CV to info@bennettconstruction.ie·

Project Manager - Cork

JOB DETAILS

Region: Cork

JOB PURPOSE:

As Project Manager you will be working closely with our Director and have the ultimate responsibility for the successful delivery of the project to be completed on time, within budget, finished to the highest standard and implemented within the required Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental parameters.  The Project Manager should be degree qualified with a minimum of 7 years experience at project management level.  The Project Manger must have a strong commercial awareness and the ability to deal with the whole financial and programme planning elements of the project.  He / She must possess excellent interpersonal skills with good site based knowledge and experience on a broad range of projects in the construction sector. The role will require a proven track record involving planning and co-ordination of sub-contractors / supply chain coupled with good people management skills.

Principal Duties & Accountabilities

  • The Project Manager must be able to function autonomously and jointly with Director.  He/She must routinely make management decisions pertaining to project issues with minimal supervision throughout the life of the project.
  • Must be able to demonstrate strong Commercial awareness and Cost Control ability with a proven track record in the area of construction planning.
  • Must be technically competent with the ability to set and track project milestones and deliverables.
  • Must function effectively as liaison between Bennett Construction Limited and external Client executives so as to protect the Company and the specific project, to resolve issues or concerns in conjunction with the Board of Directors.
  • Instruct, coach and direct the project staff with respect to construction, contractual, and regulatory requirements with responsibility for assigned work.
  • Responsibility for the delivery of the job on time, within specification and on budget
  • Ensure all personnel on site conduct their duties to the highest standards.
  • Manage day to day operational duties.
  • Demonstrates continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
  • Develop and deliver progress reports, analyse results and troubleshoot problem areas
  • Build, grow and develop business relationships for the success of the project
  • Provide feedback and record information from the project for 'lessons learnt seminars' and for continuous staff development.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications

  • An Engineering / Construction Management / Project Management Degree required or where appropriate relevant experience.
  • Minimum 7 years commercial / mixed development construction experience, preferably in a Main Contractor entity.
  • Minimum 7 years management experience required - preferably at Senior Level.
  • Thorough knowledge of computer and database applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project/Powerproject etc.
  • Thorough understanding of the construction industry and broad understanding of regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent ability to analyse and interpret contractual documents.
  • Proven excellent analytical and organisational skills.
  • Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal and negotiation skills required.
  • Flexibility and ability to adapt to a changing work environment are essential.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to info@bennettconstruction.ie

Senior Engineer - Cork

JOB DETAILS

Region Cork

Position Type Permanent (Full Time)

JOB PURPOSE

The Senior Engineer will be required to manage all site engineering works, and will be responsible for the progression and completion of the same in conjunction with Engineering and Site Management teams. Ideally he/she will be skilful in the management of large scale structures and projects to include piling, steel/ concrete frames, precast elements, formwork frames and curtain walling.  The role will involve the management of all engineering procurement to include the ordering of concrete and site bulk materials.  In addition the Senior Engineer will also be responsible for the management of subcontractors whilst monitoring their performance on the job.  He/She will also be responsible for supervision, quality and measurement of all concrete pours.  Technical competence in the use of all setting out instruments is essential. He/She will ideally come form an Engineering background and will possess at least 5 years main contracting experience at senior level on large scale mixed development projects.  The candidate will possess excellent people management and communication skills coupled with the ability to effectively drive the project programme and subcontractor schedules.  A proven track record will be essential to this role with proven success on large scale projects.

Principle Duties & Accountabilities

  • Research and advise on the best engineering solution to meet with a Client’s needs and budget;
  • Setting out and checking works as required for the project;
  • Managing the sub-contractors and personnel on site in order to drive project through to successful completion on time and within budget, finished to the highest standards.  This includes keeping a daily site diary with required information recorded and where all manpower levels for each Sub-Contractor are recorded;
  • Overseeing the keeping of the concrete cube register and other relevant quality checks by the Junior Engineer;
  • Facilitating the flow of information between the Design Team and the Construction Team;
  • Attending weekly management team meetings for Bennett Construction
  • Maintaining, tracking and scheduling the daily and weekly work programmes and reviewing weekly progress reports from the master construction programme
  • Assisting with the control of plant and equipment on site
  • Organise the delivery of materials, plant and equipment needed for the construction project and supervise labour
  • Prepare engineering calculations where required for the design of projects and supervise the drafting

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Required

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • 5-7 Years proven experience at Senior Level
  • Consistent Employment History Displaying Proven Track Record is a must
  • Previous Experience on large scale mixed development projects
  • Ability to effectively manage site programme and associated schedules to required deadlines
  • Excellent Record Keeping skills coupled with the ability to effectively deal with design issues
  • Thorough knowledge of computer and database applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project/Powerproject etc.
  • Excellent People Management skills

To apply for this position please email your CV to info@bennettconstruction.ie

Junior Engineer - Cork

JOB DETAILS  

Region Cork

Position Type Permanent (Full Time)

JOB PURPOSE

The Junior Engineer will report directly to the Senior Engineer and will work closely with him or her to help drive the project through to successful completion, on time within budget and to the highest standards.

Principle Duties & Accountabilities

The Junior Engineer will assist the Senior Engineer in the following ways:

  • Setting out and checking works as required for the project;
  • Coordinating Sub-Contractors including maintaining a daily Site Diary detailing manpower levels for each Sub-contractor and keeping accurate notes of all on-site activities;
  • Scheduling daily Work Programmes;
  • Scheduling steel reinforcement and other material requisitions;
  • Making of Concrete Cubes including recording locations, sending for testing and analysing results as well as other quality checks as required;
  • Attending weekly Management Team meeting for Bennett Construction Team
  • Liaising with
    • Site Clerk: material and plant requistioning and assisting in the control of plant and equipment on site
    • Junior Quantity Surveyor: re-measurement work
    • Quality & Environmental Manager: maintaining site records in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
    • Health & Safety Officer: promoting the implementation of Safety Management System

 

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Required

  • Engineering Degree/Diploma Required
  • Preferably 1-2 years Engineering experience
  • Computer literate in computer and database applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project/Powerproject etc.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team

To apply for this position please email your CV to info@bennettconstruction.ie 

 

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