Director - Roads

About Egis

Egis is a global leader in consulting, construction engineering, and operations, dedicated to sustainable transport, energy, and built environment solutions. With over 50 years of experience and a workforce of 23,500 in more than 100 countries, Egis champions innovation and sustainability by putting people first.

In the UK, Egis is proud to deliver landmark projects spanning motorways, tramways, nuclear facilities, and smart cities, all aimed at connecting communities, protecting the environment, and achieving emission reduction targets.

Egis Transport Solutions unites comprehensive expertise in guided urban transport and heavy rail, encompassing systems, automation, rolling stock, safety, equipment, civil engineering, and environmental considerations.

Role Overview

The Director - Roads will spearhead the Roads Transport activities in Ireland, ensuring sustained growth, profitability, and high standards in project delivery. This senior leadership position involves overseeing road and highway projects, leading a talented team, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development.

Key Duties

• Lead and develop the Roads Transport segment in Ireland, driving business growth and profitability.
• Oversee all stages of road and highway projects, ensuring timely, budget-compliant, and contract-adherent execution.
• Build, mentor, and support a skilled project team to achieve excellence.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable standards, regulations, and best practices to guide project planning and delivery.
• Establish and nurture strong client relationships to provide customized consultancy services.
• Implement rigorous quality assurance measures to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Manage financial aspects including budgets, forecasts, and allocation of resources for optimal profitability.
• Engage with stakeholders such as governmental bodies, industry partners, and regulators to secure approvals and ensure compliance.
• Deliver regular progress and achievement reports to senior management and clients.
• Identify growth opportunities, craft business strategies, and actively engage in proposal and bidding processes to win new transport projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering, or a related discipline; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) accredited by Engineers Ireland or an equivalent professional organization.
• At least 15 years’ experience in civil engineering focused on roads or transport infrastructure.
• Proven ability to successfully deliver infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success in business development, securing, and growing design and engineering assignments.
• Strong leadership and capability in managing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Financial expertise in managing project budgets effectively.

Additional Information

Egis is dedicated to environmental stewardship, embedding sustainability in every project and fostering climate-responsible development globally through initiatives like the Egis Foundation.

We are committed to constructing an inclusive workforce that mirrors our diverse communities, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds without discrimination. All applicants are evaluated based solely on their qualifications and suitability for the role, ensuring an environment of respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity.