Geospatial Engineer

Geospatial Engineer, Dublin

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking. 
Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth. 

As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance. 

Position Overview

Due to continued business growth across Ireland and Europe, we are currently recruiting Geospatial Engineers to join our Geospatial Engineering Department on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Department, this is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Geospatial Engineer to lead key projects across Ireland and Europe, ensuring positive outcomes for clients and the business alike.

What You Will Do

• Staking/Setting-out for different trades in construction.


• Prepare and analyse data for set-out.


• Utilise modern survey methods and survey devices such as Total Stations, GPS and Data Collectors.


• Perform detailed field and office surveying work.


• Utilisation of post processing software such as AutoCAD, StarNet and 12d Model.


• Build and maintain relationships with clients and various stakeholders, ensuring we deliver projects to exact customer requirements.


• Any other duties as required by the business.

What You Will Bring

• Have relevant qualifications (Surveying, Geomatics or Engineering) and/or relevant experience.


• Strong knowledge of the principles and practices of surveying.


• Ability to communicate technical information effectively.


• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative when required.


• Understand scopes of work and project requirements.


• Have strong knowledge of current CAD technology.


• Experience working in infrastructure and construction.


• Experience with HD Laser Scanning technology and software (desired but not essential).


• Experience with machine control (desired but not essential).


• Understanding of BIM workflows and experience with digital collaboration tools (desired but not essential).


• Possess a full Irish or EU driving licence.


• Flexibility to travel nationwide & European-wide as required by our clients.


• The right to work in the EU.

What key attributes do I need?

• Ability to work on your own initiative and to develop new applications and projects, as well as working within an existing team


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal


• An ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads and achieve critical deadlines


• Willingness to develop skills and knowledgebase.


• A flexible, positive attitude towards work and be a team player


• Enthusiastic and structured approach to planning with good problem-solving abilities

Benefits You Will Love

At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience


• Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools


• Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance


• Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives


• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert


• Principal Programme: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.


• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources. 

Applicants requiring accommodation during recruitment may contact [email protected] 

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