Assistant Project Manager, Water & Wastewater Projects

EPS GROUP INC.; Mallow; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop/desktop and work mobile phone

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

EPS Group are seeking an Assistant Project Manager from a Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil engineering background to support wastewater programmes. This role is ideal for a Project Engineer or Site Engineer looking to progress into project management within a dynamic and growing organisation.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will support the coordination and delivery of projects from contract award through to completion and client handover.

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or similar.
• 2+ years’ experience in a project engineering, site engineering, or coordination role (preferred).
• Experience working on infrastructure or industrial projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in delivering projects safely, on time, within scope, and budget.
• Support coordination of all project phases including design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Liaise with design teams to monitor progress of deliverables such as GA drawings, P&IDs, PFDs, schematics and technical submissions.
• Assist in procurement of subcontractors, materials, and equipment in line with project requirements.
• Support project planning activities including preparation and updating of project programmes and progress reports.
• Attend and contribute to site and client meetings, ensuring actions are tracked and closed out.
• Monitor project costs, assist with cost tracking, valuations, and change management processes.
• Coordinate site activities alongside supervisors and contractors, ensuring efficient delivery of works.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, supporting implementation of RAMS and site procedures.
• Assist in preparation and collation of project documentation including technical files, O&M manuals, commissioning documentation, and H&S files.
• Support commissioning activities and client training during project handover phases.
• Provide regular updates to the Project Manager on progress, risks, and issues.
• Assist with tendering activities where required, including technical input, pricing support, and programme development.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Multi-disciplinary delivery

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Commercial awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

Mechanical / Electrical / Civil Engineering (or similar)

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Project

Job description

EPS Group are seeking an Assistant Project Manager from a Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil engineering background to support wastewater programmes. This role is ideal for a Project Engineer or Site Engineer looking to progress into project management within a dynamic and growing organisation.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will support the coordination and delivery of projects from contract award through to completion and client handover.