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Student Placement Opportunities – Engineering

 

MMD Construction are currently accepting applications for our 2025 Student Placement Programme.

At MMD Construction, we are passionate about nurturing the next generation of engineering talent. We offer student placements in Engineering, providing hands-on experience on live construction projects with a leading main contractor in Ireland. Our placements give students the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting, working alongside experienced professionals who are committed to mentorship and skill development. Whether you’re interested in civil, structural, or site engineering, joining MMD as a student will provide invaluable insights into project management, safety standards, and construction techniques. Start building your career with us today, and gain the experience needed to excel in the construction industry.

Role Overview

As a Student Site Engineer at MMD Construction, you will play a crucial role in supporting our site engineering team on a range of construction projects. This placement is designed to give you practical exposure to the daily operations of a construction site, including setting out, surveying, safety management, and liaising with subcontractors. You will develop both your technical and interpersonal skills while gaining an understanding of the entire construction process from start to finish.

Duties

• • Perform site tasks, cube making, site activities logs
  • Responsible for setting out, levelling and surveying the site (using a total station and as built surveys); checking plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations, under the mentorship of our Senior Engineer.
  • Set laser and bench marks on site as needed
  • Organise relevant documents from site as needed
  • Ensuring quality control is maintained;
  • Assist with managing projects using engineering principles and techniques
  • General on site paper work
  • Material Submittals, orders etc
  • Assist with the day-to-day management of the site, including assisting with the supervising and monitoring of the site labour force and the work of any subcontractors;
  • Keep diary of working tasks

Learning Outcomes

• Gain hands-on experience in site management and project execution.
• Learn to apply engineering theory in a practical, real-world setting.
• Understand key elements of construction safety, quality assurance, and project timelines.
• Develop teamwork and communication skills by working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art construction technologies and processes.

Requirements

• Educational Background: Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with AutoCAD, surveying equipment, and general construction tools is a plus.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in setting out and maintaining records.
• Initiative: Proactive and willing to learn from experienced professionals on-site.

Please send a copy of your CV and Cover Letter to recruitment@mmd.ie