Engineering Project Manager: Capital Projects

CareerWise Recruitment; Ireland; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

North Cork-based food production client is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead and manage investment and production expansion projects at the manufacturing facility. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, plan and execute projects, and ensure operational continuity during line transfers and commissioning.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 3–5 years of capital project management experience, and strong AutoCAD, MS Project and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in industrial, mechanical or electrical engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of management and monitoring of capital investment projects in an industrial environment.
• Technical knowledge of industrial facilities, including electrical, mechanical, and civil works.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software, Microsoft Project, and Advanced Excel.
• Fluent English; Spanish a bonus; authorised to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Execute the investment projects required for new production processes and product development.
• Collaborate with project managers from different business areas to define project objectives.
• Coordinate and lead the project team to achieve defined objectives.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and close projects.
• Lead production line transfer and commissioning projects between Group plants.
• Manage external contractors and construction suppliers.
• Collaborate to improve workplace safety, hygiene, and ergonomics.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Team coordination

English proficiency

Education

Degree in industrial, mechanical or electrical engineering

Diplomas in related fields beneficial

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Advanced Excel

Job description

North Cork-based food production client is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead and manage investment and production expansion projects at the manufacturing facility. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, plan and execute projects, and ensure operational continuity during line transfers and commissioning.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 3–5 years of capital project management experience, and strong AutoCAD, MS Project and Excel skills.