Structures Agent

Join Wills Bros delivering the Dublin Airport West Apron Vehicle Underpass , a landmark 1km long vehicular underpass project beneath live taxiways and runway infrastructure using top-down construction techniques.

Overview

Wills Bros Ltd are delivering the West Apron Vehicle Underpass Project at Dublin Airport a landmark infrastructure scheme providing direct connectivity between the East and West Aprons via a cut-and-cover underpass beneath active taxiways and runway infrastructure.

We are seeking an experienced Structures Agent (Piling/ Reinforced Concrete Engineering / Heavy Civils) to join the project team as part of a Joint Venture delivery model, taking ownership of key elements of this complex, safety-critical aviation project.

This role is ideally suited to a Site Agent, Senior Section Engineer, Structures Agent or Bridge Engineer with experience in structures, reinforced concrete, heavy civils, piling, tunnelling, or large infrastructure works.

You will play a critical role in delivering high-quality civil engineering works in a live operational airport environment, ensuring minimal disruption to airfield operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver underpass / tunnel works, including piling, precast installation and reinforced concrete structures
• Oversee daily site operations within a live airfield environment, ensuring compliance with strict DAA safety and operational requirements
• Lead and coordinate site engineers, section engineers, foremen, subcontractors, and JV partners
• Support the Project Manager in programme planning, sequencing, and interface management with live airport operations
• Deliver works beneath and adjacent to active taxiways and runway infrastructure, ensuring safe phasing and coordination
• Prepare and manage programmes, RAMS, method statements, temporary works, and ITPs
• Lead daily briefings / coordination meetings, aligned to airside access constraints
• Monitor progress, productivity, quality, and commercial performance of assigned packages
• Identify and resolve technical, design, and constructability challenges on complex structures and tunnelling works
• Coordinate with DAA, design teams, and key stakeholders
• Support procurement, planning, logistics, and reporting activities
• Promote and drive a strong Health, Safety, Security & Environmental culture

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
• 5–7 years’ experience as a Site Agent, Structures Agent, Senior Section Engineer, or Bridge Engineer

Strong experience delivering:

• Heavy civils / infrastructure projects
• Structures / reinforced concrete works
• Tunnelling, or underpass construction (highly desirable)
• Experience working in live operational environments (airport, rail, utilities or similar)
• Background with a main contractor or civil engineering subcontractor
• Strong knowledge of Irish Health, Safety & Environmental regulations
• Experience working under strict safety, security, and operational constraints
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, MS Project
• Strong leadership experience managing site teams and subcontractors
• Ability to challenge designs, solve problems, and deliver in complex environments
• Full clean EU driving licence
• Meet all regulatory security requirements, including clearance by national aviation authorities and An Garda Síochána to obtain and maintain airside security clearance and an Airport ID pass.

Desirable

• Experience on airport / aviation projects
• Background as a Structures Agent, Bridge Engineer, Section Engineer, or Package Manager
• Experience in piling, tunnelling, RC structures, or underpass construction
• Experience working adjacent to live taxiways, runways, or high-risk interfaces
• Knowledge of NEC Contracts
• Experience in temporary works, drainage, utilities, and infrastructure integration

What We Offer

• 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Death in Service benefit (4x basic salary).
• Pension scheme.
• Income Protection.
• Digital Doctor.
• Bike to Work scheme.
• Company-funded professional development, including courses, certifications, and memberships in accredited bodies such as Engineers Ireland.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• The chance to contribute to high-profile, impactful projects.

If you are a motivated Structure Agent looking to contribute to a high-profile infrastructure project and grow your career with a leading tier 1 main contractor, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please note: We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

How to Apply:

Apply now or contact Paula Murphy for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, email your CV to careers@willsbros.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

• How many years have you been working in Ireland or the UK?

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• Civil engineering: 5 years (required)
• Section/Structures Engineer: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person