Project Manager

Client: Well-Established Irish Construction & Engineering Company

Essentials: 4+ years' Construction Project Management Experience, Degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering or similar

Location: Cork, Ireland

Salary & Package: €80,000 + Benefits

Progression: Senior Project Manager

Reporting to: Project Director

 

One of Ireland's leading construction companies, with operations across Ireland, is adding a Project Manager to their high-performing team based in Cork. Having the opportunity to be involved in private and public sector projects across varied focus areas including healthcare, commercial and residential, the successful candidate will gain superb experience and have ample opportunities to progress, while being rewarded with a competitive package of salary and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of project delivery from initial planning through to completion, ensuring targets for programme, budget, workmanship and client expectations are met.

• Set project priorities, establish delivery plans and coordinate the work of the wider project team to keep all activities aligned with agreed objectives.

• Build a site culture where safe working practices, environmental standards and quality are central to everyday operations, ensuring all work meets required regulations and compliance standards.

• Oversee site progress and subcontractor performance, resolving issues and coordinating with design teams, consultants and commercial staff to avoid delays and maintain momentum.

• Monitor project costs and contractual performance, working closely with the Quantity Surveyor to review financial reports, identify risks and keep expenditure under control.

• Assess construction methods, sequencing and technical solutions to find practical ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs and support timely completion.

• Act as a key point of contact for clients and project stakeholders, providing progress updates, resolving technical issues and ensuring design queries, quality checks and handover requirements are dealt with effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 4-5 years’ experience managing construction build projects in Ireland, ideally as part of 10-11 years' total construction sector experience.

• Relevant third-level qualification in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a similar field.

• Demonstrable understanding of construction delivery, site safety requirements and quality assurance processes.

• Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to engage clearly and professionally with a range of stakeholders.

• Confident team leader with the ability to guide, support and motivate colleagues while building productive working relationships across the project team.