Project Manager – Civil Engineering & Construction

Location: South Dublin

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join an established and growing civil engineering and construction contractor, working across a portfolio of exciting projects in Dublin and the surrounding areas.

Our client has a strong track record in delivering large-scale residential and commercial developments, with extensive experience managing complex projects from initial award through to successful completion and client handover.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take full ownership of project delivery, providing strong leadership, strategic direction and commercial oversight while ensuring the highest standards of Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality throughout the project lifecycle.

Reporting directly to the Senior Operations Manager, you will work closely with site teams, commercial departments, supply chain partners and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Programme Management

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of projects from contract award through to final client handover.

• Develop and manage detailed Contract Programmes (CP) in conjunction with the Senior Operations Manager.

• Develop, approve and communicate Internal Construction Programmes (ICP) to all relevant stakeholders.

• Monitor project progress alongside site teams and supply chain partners, identifying potential delays and implementing effective mitigation measures.

• Chair internal progress meetings and attend regular client meetings.

• Ensure client progress reports are prepared and submitted accurately and on time.

• Proactively manage client deliverables, technical submissions and approval processes.

• Communicate any programme delays or potential impacts to the client at the earliest opportunity.

Health, Safety, Sustainability & Quality

• Maintain a proactive focus on Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality across all project activities.

• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards and company procedures.

• Identify potential risks and negative trends early, implementing appropriate corrective and preventative measures.

• Drive consistently high standards of site performance and operational delivery.

Commercial & Procurement Management

• Work closely with the commercial team to drive efficiency, cost savings and value across all site operations.

• Ensure effective procurement and material management, promoting a Just-in-Time approach and minimising unnecessary stock on site.

• Identify potential scope changes at an early stage and ensure these are communicated to the commercial team.

• Proactively manage variations, ensuring client instructions and approvals are obtained before additional works commence.

• Maintain accurate variation registers, clearly identifying agreed and pending variations.

• Minimise daywork activities through effective planning, management and coordination.

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Provide strong leadership to site management teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, consultants and internal departments.

• Drive accountability, team performance and collaboration across all project functions.

• Ensure company processes and procedures are followed throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills & Experience Required

• 8–10+ years' experience in a Project Management role within the construction or civil engineering sector.

• Proven track record delivering large-scale residential and commercial projects from inception through to completion and handover.

• Relevant third-level qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering or Project Management.

• Strong end-to-end project and programme management experience.

• Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project costs, procurement and contract variations.

• Demonstrable experience developing and managing detailed construction programmes.

• Strong leadership, people management and team-building capabilities.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and client-facing skills.

• Highly analytical, organised and methodical, with strong numerical and problem-solving abilities.

• Proven commitment to delivering excellent Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality standards.

• Planning and Temporary Works training would be advantageous.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a proven history of delivering substantial construction and civil engineering projects. You will play a key role in leading project teams, managing client relationships and driving successful project outcomes across a range of developments in the Dublin region.