Design Project Manager- (Cork) (Galway)

Glanua; Ireland; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering organization is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead project delivery in the water and wastewater sector. Responsibilities include team leadership, compliance with safety standards, and project performance reporting. Ideal candidates will have a Level 8 Honours Degree and relevant experience, along with strong communication and financial negotiation skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered including a company vehicle and 22 days annual leave.

Benefits

22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays

Company laptop and phone

Access to EAP – 24/7 counselling service

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in water and wastewater industry.
• Extensive knowledge of Safety, Health and Welfare at Work regulations.
• Full Driving License required.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction teams in MEICA scope of works.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Report monthly project performance metrics.

Skills

Project management

Health and Safety compliance

Communication skills

Financial negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Level 8 Honours Degree in Engineering or Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Role: Design Project Manager.

Location Base: Head Office Loughrea, Co. Galway OR South Regional Office, Ballincollig, Co. Galway.

Salary: Competitive salary, company vehicle and fuel card.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Collaborate with clients, client representatives and third-party agencies.
• Lead the construction team in all aspects of the MEICA scope of works.
• Liaise closely with other engineering disciplines including civil/building engineering and the process teams.
• Coordinate the PSDP for live projects with internal and external designers. Represent the company as PSCS on live sites within your remit and coordinate all required documentation to be present on-site and up to date.
• Apply best practice project management techniques such as Lean Construction and Last Planner.
• Monitor project performance including risk and opportunities, mitigate risks 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 procurement of supplies and sub-contracts on time and within budget.
• Manage cashflow on projects and coordinate interim payment applications with the Contracts/Commercial Manager.
• Build and promote industry-leading teams by providing training and mentoring of staff, including development plans for your team.
• Provide assistance and guidance on tendering opportunities for future projects.
• Respond to client and stakeholder complaints in a timely manner; obtain client satisfaction surveys and provide feedback to improve satisfaction.
• Seek to improve project delivery processes by providing lessons learned and innovative solutions for future projects.
• Keep apprised of latest standards and technology through continuous professional development (CPD).
• Other duties as required from time to time.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience 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 knowledge of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013. Certificate in Managing Safely for Construction Managers preferable but not essential.
• Experience in MEICA engineering works such as process systems mechanical installation, control panels, electrical installations, commissioning and process proving activities.
• Ability to engage with customers, 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 updates.
• Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adapt to issues during project delivery.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
• Full Driving License.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation.
• Monday to Friday working week with early finish on Fridays.
• 22 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.
• Competitive base salary.
• A company laptop and phone.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Access to EAP – 24/7 confidential employee counselling service, free for employees and their families.

Glanua Limited is an equal opportunities employer.

Salary: Salary negotiable depending on experience