CSA Construction Manager

E‑Frontiers; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

E‑Frontiers in Drogheda, Ireland seeks an experienced CSA Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of Civil, Structural and Architectural works on a major Data Centre project in Drogheda. The senior role demands strong technical leadership to manage subcontractors within a complex programme-driven environment.

The successful candidate will coordinate CSA construction activities, ensure safety and quality, and drive delivery against milestones.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a CSA Construction Manager or senior CSA leadership role.
• Proven track record managing large-scale, complex construction projects.
• Strong technical understanding of civil engineering, structural works, architectural finishes and construction sequencing.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and construction interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall delivery of CSA construction works across the project.
• Develop and monitor construction strategies, work sequencing and programmes.
• Coordinate CSA Site Managers, engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and specialist contractors.
• Ensure construction activities align with the master programme, milestones and commissioning requirements.
• Manage interfaces between civil, structural, architectural and mechanical and electrical packages.
• Review drawings, specifications, design information and work package documentation.
• Identify design clashes and construction risks, driving timely resolution with design and project management teams.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and adherence to programmes.
• Drive compliance with project quality plans and standards.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental performance across CSA activities.
• Lead construction coordination meetings and provide progress reporting to senior management and client.
• Monitor variations and construction-related commercial issues with project team.
• Ensure resources, materials, plant and equipment are planned and available.

Job description

Location: Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
Project: Data Centre Construction
Salary: Negotiable - based on experience and current package

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced CSA Construction Manager to oversee the delivery and coordination of Civil, Structural and Architectural works on a major Data Centre project in Drogheda.

This is a senior construction delivery role requiring strong technical knowledge, leadership capability and the ability to manage multiple subcontractors and work packages within a complex, programme-driven environment.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the overall coordination, execution and performance of CSA construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, to specification, within agreed timeframes and in line with project quality requirements.

Experience on Data Centre, pharmaceutical, semiconductor or other mission-critical projects would be a significant advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall delivery of CSA construction works across the project.
• Develop and monitor construction strategies, work sequencing and short- and medium-term programmes.
• Coordinate CSA Site Managers, engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and specialist contractors.
• Ensure construction activities align with the master programme, project milestones and commissioning requirements.
• Manage interfaces between civil, structural, architectural and mechanical and electrical packages.
• Review construction drawings, technical specifications, design information and work package documentation.
• Identify design clashes, technical constraints and construction risks, driving timely resolution with the design and project management teams.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity, resources and adherence to agreed programmes.
• Drive compliance with project quality plans, inspection and test plans, specifications and relevant standards.
• Maintain a strong focus on health, safety and environmental performance across all CSA activities.
• Lead construction coordination meetings and provide accurate progress reporting to senior project management and the client.
• Monitor potential variations, changes and construction-related commercial issues in conjunction with the project commercial team.
• Ensure appropriate resources, materials, plant and equipment are planned and available to support project delivery.
• Oversee inspections, testing, snagging, defect resolution and handover documentation for CSA works.
• Build effective working relationships with the client, consultants, design teams and key subcontractors.
• Proactively manage risks, resolve construction issues and drive continuous improvement across the project team.

Requirements

• Significant experience in a CSA Construction Manager, Senior CSA Manager or equivalent construction leadership role.
• Proven track record managing large-scale, complex construction projects.
• Previous Data Centre or mission-critical project experience strongly preferred.
• Strong technical understanding of civil engineering, structural works, architectural finishes and construction sequencing.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and coordinating complex construction interfaces.
• Demonstrable ability to manage programme, quality, safety, resources and construction risks.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation, design coordination, quality assurance and inspection processes.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication and decision-making skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-value construction environment.
• Knowledge of Irish construction health and safety legislation and site requirements.
• Valid Safe Pass and relevant site safety training as required.

Salary and Benefits

The salary is negotiable and will reflect the candidate's experience, technical expertise, leadership responsibilities and current remuneration package.

Candidates can expect their salary expectations to be positioned with the objective of securing an improvement on their current base salary. Each candidate's expectations will be discussed confidentially, with the proposed salary submitted to the client for review and consideration.

Ideal Candidate

A commercially aware, technically strong construction leader with proven experience delivering complex CSA packages, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and driving safe, high-quality project delivery against demanding programme milestones.