Director, Global Rail & Metro Projects

Egis; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Ireland is seeking a Project Director to lead the delivery of Europe's ambitious infrastructure programmes, spanning rail and metro projects. You will inspire multidisciplinary teams and act as a trusted adviser to clients and stakeholders, driving outcomes with safety, quality and cost in mind.

Based across Dublin, Castlebar, Cork or Limerick, the role emphasizes strong leadership, risk management, and collaboration to ensure projects meet KPIs and contractual commitments in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Project Director or Senior Project Manager on major rail or metro infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in systems and MEP integration for underground stations, depots, and complex transit systems.
• Led tender-stage delivery for large Design & Build or PPP projects.
• Experience in joint venture or alliance delivery models.
• Knowledge of automated metro systems including signalling, traction power, communications, control systems, and building services.
• Experience in regulated environments and familiarity with Irish or UK rail/building standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Europe’s most ambitious and transformative programmes.
• Inspire and develop multidisciplinary teams, creating an environment where people can perform at their best.
• Act as a trusted adviser to clients and stakeholders, building lasting relationships and driving successful project outcomes.
• Take ownership of programme performance, ensuring excellence in safety, quality, commercial outcomes, and client satisfaction.
• Drive collaboration across teams, effectively managing resources, risks, dependencies, and strategic priorities.
• Shape innovative approaches to project delivery, bringing fresh thinking and continuous improvement to complex challenges.
• Provide strong leadership in contract and commercial management, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and compliantly.
• Identify and mitigate risks before they impact delivery, safeguarding programme objectives and client expectations.
• Champion a culture of accountability, inclusion, and high performance, reflecting Egis' values and ambitions.
• Ensure projects consistently meet or exceed agreed KPIs, SLAs, and business performance targets.

Job description

Egis Ireland is seeking a Project Director to lead the delivery of Europe's ambitious infrastructure programmes, spanning rail and metro projects. You will inspire multidisciplinary teams and act as a trusted adviser to clients and stakeholders, driving outcomes with safety, quality and cost in mind.

Based across Dublin, Castlebar, Cork or Limerick, the role emphasizes strong leadership, risk management, and collaboration to ensure projects meet KPIs and contractual commitments in a dynamic,