Department of Built Environment Employability Statements

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering

Civil engineering creates the infrastructure to support modern society and, as a result, strongly influences the environment within which we live. Civil Engineers are involved throughout the lifecycle of the planning, design, construction and maintenance of essential elements of national infrastructure. Varied employment opportunities arise, with availability of positions within the contracting, consulting and local authority sectors. Civil Engineers can also be found working in industries as varied as aerospace, ship building, energy, environment and many more where constructed facilities are involved. Sustainability is also a key contemporary consideration, creating the important responsibility for civil engineers to promote the principles and practices of sustainable development in considering the sustainable needs of present and future generations. The University’s Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering programme is accredited by Engineers Ireland, permitting graduates to apply for professional body membership and, in time, to attain the title of Chartered Engineer thereby further enhancing their employability as emerging professionals within the built environment sector.

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architectural Technology

Architectural technology is an innovative design discipline forming a vital link between design and building realisation. The Architectural Technologist is a key member of the building design team and collaborates closely with the architect. Typical employers include private construction firms and contractors, property developers, planning departments and local authorities. Graduates of the programme are equipped with the skills to research and propose detailed constructional and technological solutions for new and existing buildings. Architectural Technologists work within a contemporary technical environment using building information modelling (BIM) technologies to develop technical solutions from sketch design stage through to working drawings and tender documents. Architectural Technology also fulfils an important function in promoting efficient, effective, and sustainable solutions for building projects. The University’s Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architectural Technology programme is accredited by both the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (RIAI) and the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) which further enhances the employability of graduates as emerging professionals within the built environment sector.

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying

Quantity surveying is a long-established profession involving the management and control of contracts and costs within building projects. Quantity surveyors are involved in projects from inception to completion and sometimes into the operation of the completed building. The modern Quantity Surveyor is not only involved in the evaluation and management of the build cost, but also in assessing the running and whole-life costs of a project. The principles of how design, technology and construction processes can contribute to sustainable building development is also a key contemporary consideration for quantity surveying professionals. Quantity Surveyors are employed within consultancy firms, general and specialist contractors, local authorities, and government agencies. The work undertaken by professional quantity surveyors can involve building design cost management, contract and procurement administration and project management. The University’s Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying programme is accredited by the Society of Chartered Surveyors of Ireland (SCSI), providing a pathway for graduates to attain Chartered Surveyor status. This further enhances the employability of graduates as emerging professionals within the built environment sector.

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Management

Buildings and their construction are becoming increasingly complex with innovative building design and construction practices placing a crucial emphasis on the professional management of construction projects.  A Construction Manager possesses the combined educational and experiential background required to successfully fulfil this important professional function in a demanding and rapidly changing industry. As a professional management practice, construction management consists of an array of services including the planning, coordination and control of a construction project from project inception to completion. In fulfilling these duties, the Construction Manager will determine the best possible sequence of construction operations and develop a detailed schedule and budget, while also establishing plans for project safety and security and risk management. They also fulfil a significant role within the built environment team, in holding collective responsibility for addressing sustainability concerns on contemporary construction projects. The University’s Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Management programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), providing a pathway for graduates to attain Chartered Construction Manager status, further enhancing their employability as emerging professionals within the built environment sector.

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