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Industry Experience

1
years

Education

CIVIL ENGINEERING / DEGREE | 2017- 2021
Galway University, Galway, Ireland ‍

Key Modules:

  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Construction Operations
  • Geomechanics and Geology
  • Project Management
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Final Year Thesis (First Class Honours 1.1)
Conducted research on coastal flooding in Cork City, developing effective flood defense systems using the MSN Flood model.

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Qualifications

BEng

Software Familiarity

MS Project

References

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Day Rate

$
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/ day
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Industry Experience

1
years

Recent Activity

About

  • Matthew is from Ireland and graduated from Civil Engineering / Construction Management in 2021.
  • He has experience as a Graduate Engineer working with a very well respected construction company (Ward & Burke) in Ireland, who are renowned for their long hours and have a great reputation for producing quality engineers. This work included water main rehabilitation works and deep drainage installation works.
  • He has spent the past two years travelling Europe, is keen for a new challenge and is seeking a Site Engineer role.
  • His references speak very highly of him and his work with Ward & Burke proves he can handle high pressure projects and he is keen to transfer this to his new role.
  • He arrives in Australia in October on a 12 month Working Holiday Visa and is open to a few locations but preference is East Coast.
  • Matthew is available to start work from 18th October.

Overview

Dedicated Civil Engineer with a strong passion for engineering. After taking some time off work to travel around Europe, I am eager to return to a challenging role in the Construction Industry. I am an enthusiastic professional looking to contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic environment on high-value, technically complex projects.

Skills

Bulk excavation
Civil Engineering
Commissioning
Earthworks
Design coordinator
FRP works
In ground services
Pavements / shared user path
Waste water

Matthew

's Project Experience

Ward & Burke | October 21 – October 22

Site Engineer | Cork

Working on water main rehabilitation scheme in County Cork.

  • Works included deep drainage installation and repair incorporating shoring box works.
  • Managed all elements from Site crews to ordering of materials and daily crew and costal locations.
  • Collaborated closely with the health and safety team to prepare risk assessments.
  • Communicated with the design team to align on pipe network design and specifications.
  • Managed administrative tasks including applying for permits and writing technical reports.
  • Coordinated with the construction manager, subcontractors, and stakeholders to maintain project efficiency.
  • Conducted site surveys, performed pressure test analysis, and managed mainline sterilization
  • Liaised with local authorities to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Ward & Burke are renowned for their long working hours (12 hour shifts) and this was no problem for me, I enjoyed the challenges posed.

‍

EUROPEAN WORKING/TRAVEL

October 22 - August 24‍

  • Took time off to travel around Europe
  • Casual work including in the Alps
  • Gained a great appreciation for the outdoors and was exposed to harsh weather.
  • It was important for me to take the time to travel prior to embarking on the next stage of my working career in Australia.

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Day Rate

$
TBC
/ day
This figure is indicative of a standard day rate, and in some cases can be negotiated depending on your requirements.

Industry Experience

1
years

Education

CIVIL ENGINEERING / DEGREE | 2017- 2021
Galway University, Galway, Ireland ‍

Key Modules:

  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Construction Operations
  • Geomechanics and Geology
  • Project Management
    ‍

Final Year Thesis (First Class Honours 1.1)
Conducted research on coastal flooding in Cork City, developing effective flood defense systems using the MSN Flood model.

‍

Qualifications

BEng

Software Familiarity

MS Project

References

No items found.

Day Rate

$
TBC
/ day
This figure is indicative of a standard day rate, and in some cases can be negotiated depending on your requirements.

Industry Experience

1
years

Recent Activity

About

  • Matthew is from Ireland and graduated from Civil Engineering / Construction Management in 2021.
  • He has experience as a Graduate Engineer working with a very well respected construction company (Ward & Burke) in Ireland, who are renowned for their long hours and have a great reputation for producing quality engineers. This work included water main rehabilitation works and deep drainage installation works.
  • He has spent the past two years travelling Europe, is keen for a new challenge and is seeking a Site Engineer role.
  • His references speak very highly of him and his work with Ward & Burke proves he can handle high pressure projects and he is keen to transfer this to his new role.
  • He arrives in Australia in October on a 12 month Working Holiday Visa and is open to a few locations but preference is East Coast.
  • Matthew is available to start work from 18th October.

Overview

Dedicated Civil Engineer with a strong passion for engineering. After taking some time off work to travel around Europe, I am eager to return to a challenging role in the Construction Industry. I am an enthusiastic professional looking to contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic environment on high-value, technically complex projects.

Skills

Bulk excavation
Civil Engineering
Commissioning
Earthworks
Design coordinator
FRP works
In ground services
Pavements / shared user path
Waste water

Matthew

's Project Experience

Ward & Burke | October 21 – October 22

Site Engineer | Cork

Working on water main rehabilitation scheme in County Cork.

  • Works included deep drainage installation and repair incorporating shoring box works.
  • Managed all elements from Site crews to ordering of materials and daily crew and costal locations.
  • Collaborated closely with the health and safety team to prepare risk assessments.
  • Communicated with the design team to align on pipe network design and specifications.
  • Managed administrative tasks including applying for permits and writing technical reports.
  • Coordinated with the construction manager, subcontractors, and stakeholders to maintain project efficiency.
  • Conducted site surveys, performed pressure test analysis, and managed mainline sterilization
  • Liaised with local authorities to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Ward & Burke are renowned for their long working hours (12 hour shifts) and this was no problem for me, I enjoyed the challenges posed.

‍

EUROPEAN WORKING/TRAVEL

October 22 - August 24‍

  • Took time off to travel around Europe
  • Casual work including in the Alps
  • Gained a great appreciation for the outdoors and was exposed to harsh weather.
  • It was important for me to take the time to travel prior to embarking on the next stage of my working career in Australia.