Design Manager

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Loughrea; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

Phone provided

EAP access

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Glanua Limited, based in Head Office, Loughrea, Co. Galway, Ireland, seeks a Design Manager to lead MEICA scope on water and wastewater projects. The role is on site and involves leadership of process systems installation, commissioning, and interface with clients and subcontractors.

You will manage programme updates, safety compliance, and cross‑disciplinary coordination, using MS Project and MS Office. A full driving license is essential; salary is negotiable and the position is

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in water and wastewater.
• Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science/Chemistry.
• Knowledge of Safety Regulations and PPE for Construction Managers preferable.
• Experience in MEICA engineering works including process systems and commissioning.
• Ability to engage with clients, suppliers and sub-contractors in negotiations.
• Proficient in MS Office and project scheduling software (MS Project).
• Ability to prepare baseline programmes and updates.
• Self-motivated, solution-focused with good communication.
• Full Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one or more projects as part of a team, upholding a one team ethos.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards on site.
• Collaborate with clients, client reps and third‑party agencies.
• Lead MEICA scope of works and coordinate related disciplines.
• Coordinate PSDP/PSCS roles and maintain on‑site documentation.
• Utilise Lean Construction/Last Planner techniques for project delivery.
• Monitor risks and opportunities; report monthly performance to framework manager.
• Oversee procurement of supplies and sub‑contracts; manage cashflow.
• Mentor staff and contribute to development plans.
• Assist in tender opportunities and address client feedback.

Skills

Water/wastewater experience

Project coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

MS Project

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Team leadership

Driving licence

Education

Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Location: On site / Loughrea, Co. Galway, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | Civil
Salary: Negotiable salary

Role: Design Manager.

Location Base: Head Office, Loughrea, Co. Galway

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the Design Manager are outlined as follows:

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience working in a similar role, preferably in the water and wastewater industry.
• Minimum of a Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental Engineering or Level 8 Honours Degree in Environmental Science or Chemistry with extensive industry experience.
• Extensive working knowledge of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013. Holder of a certificate in Managing Safely for Construction Managers preferable but not essential.
• Experienced in MEICA engineering works such as process systems mechanical installation, control panels, electrical installations, commissioning and process proving activities.
• Ability to engage with the customer as well as suppliers and sub-contractors in financial negotiations and final account agreements.
• Good working knowledge of programme management software such as Microsoft Project.
• Ability to prepare baseline programmes and programme updates.
• Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise during project delivery.
• Working knowledge of MS packages such as Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
• Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
• Full Driving License.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main duties and responsibilities of the Design Manager are outlined as follows:

• Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to on‑site.
• Work closely and collaborate with all key stakeholders including clients, client representatives and third‑party agencies.
• Lead the construction team in all aspects of the MEICA scope of works.
• Liaise closely and support other engineering disciplines including civil/building engineering and the process teams.
• Facilitate the co‑ordination role of the PSDP for live projects with internal and external designers. Represent the company as PSCS on live sites within your remit and co‑ordinate all required documentation to be present on‑site and up to date.
• Ensure best practice project management techniques are used such as Lean Construction and Last Planner.
• Monitor project performance including risk and opportunities. Mitigate/reduce risk where possible and manage opportunities.
• Report on the monthly performance of your project to the framework manager including performance against programme, budget and HSQE.
• Lead the team in the procurement of supplies and sub‑contracts on time and within budget.
• Manage cashflow on projects and work with the Contracts Manager/ Commercial Manager to ensure interim payment applications are submitted on‑time to the client.
• Build and promote industry‑leading teams by providing training and mentoring of staff including setting out development plans for your team.
• Provide assistance, oversight and guidance from time to time on tendering opportunities for new upcoming projects.
• Respond to and address any client and stakeholder complaints in a timely manner. Obtain client satisfaction surveys and provide any feedback on how to improve our client satisfaction.
• Seek to improve the project delivery process by providing lessons learned feedback and innovative solutions for adoption on future projects.
• Keep appraised of the latest standards and technology through continuous professional development (CPD).
• Other duties as required from time to time.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation.
• Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays.
• 22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.
• A company laptop and phone.
• Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free to avail for employees and their families.

Glanua Limited is an equal opportunities employer.