ACEI Graduate Development Course 2026

ACEI is delighted to announce the launch of the 2026 ACEI GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT COURSE – the next step for consulting engineering graduates

Four sessions. Five themes. Real-world insight from the profession’s leading practitioners.

📅 Wednesday 4 November — In Person, Chartered Accountants Ireland, Dublin 2
Leadership and People | Business and Finance
The role of a consulting engineer, communication & influencing skills, business fundamentals, project management and contracts.

📅 Thursday 12 November — Virtual via Teams
Strategy and Innovation
Design innovation, BIM and digital transformation, AI for buildings.

📅 Thursday 19 November — Virtual via Teams
Sustainability and Climate Change
Carbon & EU Taxonomy, circular economy, climate action legislation, the consulting engineer’s role in project sustainability.

📅 Thursday 26 November — In Person, Chartered Accountants Ireland, Dublin 2
Technical and Operations | Designing for Compliance, Safety & Performance
Planning and EIA, health & safety, Building Control Regulations, fire safety and construction coordination.

Delivered by: ACEI leadership and senior practitioners from ACEI member firms

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Who it’s for: Graduate consulting engineers with one year’s experience, ready to build on their foundational knowledge of the profession. It will provide delegates with a structured, bespoke training programme to enhance their development and progression after graduation towards Chartered Engineer status.

Each delegate must complete and submit a written assignment to satisfy CPD requirements and obtain the course certificate of completion. Further details to be provided.

Cost 
€950 – Staff of ACEI Member firm
€1050 – Non members

All bookings receive a 5% discount for 4 or more participants from one firm
All bookings receive a 10% discount for 10 or more bookings from one firm

Refreshments and lunch are included in the cost of the two in-person days.