Client-Side Project Manager / Employer’s Representative (ER)

Macdonald & Company; Ireland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Client-Side Project Manager / Employer’s Representative will oversee a portfolio of high-profile civil infrastructure and community projects across Ireland, working from multiple site locations in Cavan, Donegal, Monaghan, and Tipperary. The role demands strong leadership, on-site management, and robust contract administration under Public Works frameworks.

Candidates should have a minimum 7 years of PM/construction experience, a 3rd level qualification in civil/structural fields, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3rd level qualification in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.
• Chartered status (or working toward chartership) is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 7 years of project management/construction experience, preferably civil/structural.
• Direct experience with CWMF Public Works Contracts or similar forms.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and people management capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with proficiency in standard PM software.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Client-Side Project Manager and Employer’s Representative across a regional portfolio of civil infrastructure and community projects.
• Manage all phases of project delivery, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and quality.
• Administer contracts using the CWMF Public Works Contract (or equivalent).
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams, contractors, and regional stakeholders across multiple sites.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, control costs, and oversee on-site technical compliance.
• Maintain proactive communication with local authorities, community groups, and executives.

Job description

Location: Multi-site (Current projects are located in Cavan, Donegal, Monaghan, and Tipperary)

Our client are a leading are a multi-disciplinary consultancy. They are lookinvg for an experienced and driven Client-Side Project Manager / Employer’s Representative (ER) to oversee an exciting portfolio of high-profile capital development projects across Ireland.

Working across the Cavan, Donegal, Monaghan, and Tipperary regions, you will play a pivotal role in delivering major public-sector civil infrastructure and community-focused leisure schemes.

This role is ideally suited for a hands-on construction professional with a strong background in civil and structural engineering, capable of steering complex multi-million-euro developments from inception to completion under standard public works frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Client-Side Project Manager and Employer’s Representative (ER) across a diverse regional portfolio of civil infrastructure and community projects.
• Manage all phases of project delivery, ensuring schemes are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
• Administer contracts effectively, utilizing the CWMF Public Works Contract (or equivalent standard forms of agreement).
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams, contractors, and regional stakeholders across multiple project sites.
• Monitor progress, manage project risks, handle cost controls, and oversee technical compliance on-site.
• Maintain clear, proactive communication with local authorities, community groups, and executive stakeholders.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Minimum 3rd level qualification in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.
• Professional Standing: Chartered status (or working actively toward chartership) is highly desirable.
• Experience: A minimum of 7 years of demonstrable project management and/or construction experience, preferably with a heavy focus on civil and structural engineering projects.
• Contract Knowledge: Direct, hands-on experience working with the CWMF (Capital Works Management Framework) Public Works Contracts or similar standardized forms.
• Interpersonal Skills: A collaborative team player possessing strong leadership, negotiation, and people management capabilities.
• Communication & IT: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, complemented by advanced proficiency in standard project management software and IT tools.