Project Manager

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EPS Group is seeking a Project Manager to lead planning, coordination and delivery of water sector projects in the Drogheda/Dundalk region. The role spans design, procurement, construction and commissioning across multidisciplinary teams to meet client expectations.

You will drive KPI performance, develop SOPs, oversee BIM documentation, and ensure HSQE compliance while supporting site Project Managers and maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, engineering, construction or related industries
• Knowledge of health, safety, environment and quality requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee programme delivery across multiple projects and monitor progress against milestones
• Coordinate design development, procurement, fabrication, construction, commissioning and handover activities
• Review technical and commercial quotations and support supplier/subcontractor selections
• Support project close-out, handover and documentation management including BIM processes
• Lead development of project staffing structures and resource plans
• Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams and EPS ECI framework

Skills

Project planning

Leadership

Communication

Multidisciplinary coordination

Problem solving

HSQE knowledge

Job description

Location: On site / Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Operations | Engineering Services
Salary: Negotiable salary

EPS are currently recruiting for a Project Manager for the Drogheda/Dundalk region.

The Project Manager will assist with our project planning and coordination, product design development, quality assurance and delivery activities. The Projects Manager will manage their own projects and may oversee a number of project engineers.

Framework Governance & Delivery

• Act as EPS Contractor's Representative within the ECI Framework.
• Implementation and continuous improvement of project delivery principles.
• Development and maintenance of SOPs, standardised processes, and project governance structures.
• Monitoring project performance against contractual KPIs and Pain/Gain mechanisms.
• Participation in Workshops, ALMs, HAZOPs, and programme/project reviews.
• Review and escalation of any matters requiring attention.

Programme & Project Delivery Management

• Oversight of programme delivery programmes across multiple projects.
• Monitoring project progress and supporting Site PMs in achieving contractual delivery milestones.
• Attending project review and progress meetings.

Project Development & Design Management

• Review and comment on Project Brief and Commissioning KPIs prior to being issued by client.
• Management of project progression from PCI through PDI, detailed design and Construction Issue stage, ensuring project readiness for construction delivery.
• Coordination of multidisciplinary design development activities and constructability reviews.
• Management of design interfaces between internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Oversight and coordination of BIM Document Control requirements and procedures throughout the programme.

Procurement & Supply Chain Management

• Review technical and commercial quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor proposals, making recommendations based on technical compliance, programme requirements, commercial considerations, and project risks.
• Support supplier and subcontractor selection processes.
• Coordinate procurement activities to align with project delivery programmes.
• Monitor long-lead items and fabrication schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to resolve technical, commercial and delivery queries.
• Support subcontract negotiations and supplier performance management.

Construction & Delivery Support

• Provide technical, commercial and programme support and guidance to Site Project Managers.
• Coordination of project activities between design, procurement, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and handover phases.
• Coordinate commissioning and process proving resource requirements.
• Support project close-out and handover activities.
• Coordination of ecology, archaeology, and other project-specific requirements.

Commercial Support

• Review and reporting of project commercial performance.
• Participate in commercial reviews, including assessment of valuations, claims, EWNs, variations and commercial risks.
• Support submission of EWNs and review of same with client.
• Quarterly Risk Register Reviews with client.
• KPI reviews.
• Monitoring project performance against commercial targets and forecasts.
• Negotiation with subcontractors and suppliers.

HSQE & Compliance Support

• Implementation of standard EPS HSQE structures and reporting.
• Oversight of PSDP and PSCS responsibilities across projects.
• Support of project compliance, safety, and quality requirements.

Resource Planning & Workforce Management

• Development of project staffing structures and resource plans.
• Identification of future resource requirements across the framework.
• Coordination of fabrication schedules and specialist M&E, commissioning and process proving resources.
• Support of recruitment, onboarding, and staff integration activities

People Management & Team Development

• Onboarding of new staff.
• Mentoring of junior staff.
• Conducting staff performance reviews and development discussions.
• Promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams.
• Support, training and development of the IFS Workflow App and related systems.
• Development and implementation of standardised project folder structures and document controls.
• Production of programme, commercial and HSQE reports.
• Identification and implementation of process improvements across the EPS ECI framework.

Other Duties:

• Attend Contracts team meetings, in person or remotely
• Maintaining and nurturing customer relationships
• Producing case studies of completed projects
• Other duties as may arise from time to time that are consistent with the job-holder’s knowledge and skills and are needed to effectively perform the role

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong project planning and coordination skills
• Good inter-personal and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with site, workshop and office-based personnel
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify issues and implement solutions
• Strong understanding of health, safety, environment and quality requirements
• Ability to maintain accurate project documentation and reporting
• Ability to work collaboratively within a project team environment

Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience in project management, engineering, construction or related industries desirable
• Experience delivering water and wastewater treatment projects advantageous
• Experience coordinating project teams, contractors, suppliers or site personnel beneficial
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, product delivery and installation activities desirable
• Experience with project documentation, quality systems and health & safety requirements advantageous

Personal Attributes:

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proactive and self‑motivated
• Reliable and organised approach to work
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing project requirements
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Compensation Package:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Laptop or desktop and work mobile phone provided
• Flexible working options, dependent on location and role requirements
• See company website for more information on the benefits of working in EPS Group

We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels.

If you have any questions about this role or would like further information, please contact our recruiting team by emailing [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement - EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Company Profile

Since 1968, we have grown from a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, now focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors, operating across the Republic of Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe.

We are an international water infrastructure specialist, one of the few genuine end‑to‑end service providers in the global water sector, providing large scale employment, bringing market leading and ground breaking technologies to Ireland and working to improve the country's water infrastructure.

Our vision is to be the best and most rewarding place to work for our teams, to be our customer’s outstanding partner of choice and we are committed to being a Net Zero, sustainable business.