PMCM Associate Director

Egis; Ireland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Transportation is seeking an experienced NEC Accredited Project Manager to lead on business development, bid production and project delivery in Ireland and across the UK. The Associate Director will provide strategic client leadership, commercial oversight and operational management for complex programmes.

You will drive tender leadership, governance and risk management while mentoring project teams and contributing to growth and profitability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification desirable.
• Chartered status desirable.
• Project management certification (e.g. NEC, PMP) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead on business development, bid production and project delivery within Egis Transportation's PMCM team.
• Provide strategic client leadership, commercial oversight and operational management.
• Oversee governance, risk management, programme control and reporting on major projects.
• Mentor and develop project managers and emerging leaders; support recruitment and talent development.
• Promote best practice, innovation and continuous improvement across the business.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Tender leadership

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree

Postgraduate qualification

Chartered status

PM certification

Job description

About Us

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and maintenance services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development.

Our 23,500 employees operate across over 70 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. From motorways to tramways, water and wastewater treatment to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges and to deliver climate responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

About Egis in Ireland

Egis has operated in Ireland since 1994 and is one of the largest multi-disciplinary consultancy, engineering and operations firms in the country. Our services in Ireland span the full lifespan of infrastructure, from upstream feasibility studies through design, construction supervision, delivery and operations. Operating across the entire value chain of consulting, design and operation, Egis is the only group to understand infrastructure in its entirety. Our current activities in Ireland include operating the Dublin Tunnel and the Jack Lynch Tunnel in Cork, overseeing 470km of Ireland’s motorways and working on the design and delivery of major transport projects and mobility services.

With over 600 staff in Ireland across 16 offices nationwide, we are committed to enabling sustainable economic development and responding to the requirements of population growth while addressing climate change and reducing carbon emissions. In 2023 Egis acquired JB Barry & Partners, an engineering firm which has worked on major projects such as the Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Plant in Dublin and the N17/N18 Gort to Tuam PPP motorway scheme in Galway. The Egis engineering division is now almost 200 people strong across four offices in Dublin, Castlebar, Cork and Limerick.

About the Role

Egis is seeking an experienced NEC Accredited Project Manager to work within Egis Transportation's PMCM team and lead on business development, bid production and project delivery in conjunction with line management responsibilities.

The Associate Director is responsible for leading the successful delivery of complex projects and programmes, providing strategic client leadership, commercial oversight, and operational management. The role combines project delivery excellence with business development, team leadership, and contribution to the growth and profitability of the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and new client accounts.
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives and market expansion activities.
• Represent the organisation at industry events and professional forums.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a senior point of contact for key clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships to secure repeat business.
• Provide strategic advice and trusted consultancy services to clients.
• Lead client meetings, steering groups, and executive-level presentations.

Tender Leadership & Governance

• Act as Egis' Bid Manager for various tenders, with responsibility for the planning, coordination, governance, and timely delivery of all Egis tender inputs.
• Establish and manage the bid execution plan, including scope definition, responsibilities, approvals, programme, and internal/external interfaces.
• Ensure full compliance with client requirements, ITT documentation, evaluation criteria, and Irish statutory and regulatory obligations.

Programme, Commercial & Risk Management

• Lead the delivery of major, complex, or high-profile projects from inception through to completion.
• Develop and implement project execution strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Oversee project governance, risk management, programme control, and reporting.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Provide senior-level problem solving and decision making throughout the project lifecycle.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and foster a high-performance culture.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers and emerging leaders.
• Support recruitment, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.
• Promote best practice, innovation, and continuous improvement across the business.

What do we need from you

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or similar is desirable.
• Chartered status or professional accreditation (e.g., RICS, APM, CIOB, ICE, PMP) desirable.
• Project Management certification (e.g. NEC, PMP) advantageous.

Essential experience and key competencies:

• Proven experience as Project Director, Design Director, or Senior Project Manager on major transportation infrastructure projects.
• Excellent team management skills in complex multidisciplinary environment
• Demonstrated leadership of tender and delivery stages for Design & Build projects
• Experience working within regulated environments and familiarity with Irish or UK rail/highways standards is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capability in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to balance risk, quality, cost, and programme.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, delivery-focused mindset.

Desirable:

• Able to build enduring client relationships that foster trust and long-term value
• Experience transitioning from bid leadership into live project delivery.
• Able to identify portfolio growth opportunities and cross-service expansion
• Willingness to travel regularly across the UK and Ireland.

What's in it for you?

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.