Construction Project Manager (12 Month Fixed Term)

Lidl Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Hybrid working

Free parking

On-site gym

Maternity & Paternity Leave top up

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Lidl Ireland is seeking a Construction Project Manager based in Dublin to lead store construction projects from inception through to completion. You will coordinate design teams, suppliers and contractors, while actively driving efficiency and value engineering.

The role reports to the Construction Director and offers hybrid working up to 2 days remote per week, with a competitive salary and benefits including private medical insurance and a company pension.

Qualifications

• Two years of project management experience.
• Strength in negotiation and detail orientation.
• Good communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate store construction projects from inception to completion.
• Manage design teams, suppliers and contractors on strategic projects.
• Develop and deliver value engineering strategies.
• Improve procedures to ensure compliant, efficient project delivery.
• Develop and roll out digital tools to drive efficiency.

Job description

Summary

From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team.

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-orientated and strong negotiator to join our Construction team. The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for the management of store construction projects and processes. We are looking for someone who can effectively communicate and collaborate in a positive and professional manner with all relevant parties. Based in Dublin the Construction Project Manager will report directly to the Construction Director.

What you'll do

• Centralised coordination and reporting on store construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Coordination and management of the design team, suppliers and contractors in strategic projects
• Development and delivery of value engineering strategies
• Analysing, optimising and implementing procedures and processes that ensure projects are completed in a compliant and efficient manner
• Development and rollout of digital tools and initiatives to drive efficiency and productivity
• Identify and interpret abnormalities, variances and trends in performance data to determine improvement opportunities
• Communicating technical topics in a structured and clear manner to a diverse audience
• Liaising with counterparts in other European countries and supporting regional construction teams
• Completion of additional tasks will also be required from time to time

What you'll need

• Third level degree in the construction or property related field is desirable but not required
• Minimum two years of project management experience
• Real estate experience is advantageous but not required
• Strong computer & administration skills
• Continuously seeking new challenges and experiences
• Detail-orientated with strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Enjoys working as part of a team but thrives on own initiative

What you'll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl

• €52,500 per annum
• 20 days holidays per annum
• Private employee medical insurance
• Company pension
• Flexible start and finish times
• Unlock a flex pot allowance to spend on a selection of benefits after 6 months of service
• Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going development
• Dynamic work environment
• Modern office facility with free parking
• On-site gym and canteen
• Hybrid working model - up to 2 days remote working per week
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network
• Maternity & Paternity Leave top up, Marriage Leave, Employee Assistance Programme

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.