Project Manager

Gardiner and Theobald LLP; Ireland; On-site; EUR 57,703 - 80,784; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Opportunity to lead high-profile projects

Job summary

Gardiner and Theobald LLP is seeking a Project Manager in Greater Dublin, Ireland. This role offers the chance to support high-profile infrastructure projects while working with dynamic teams and senior leadership. Responsibilities include managing project outcomes, supporting junior staff, and ensuring world-class service delivery. Candidates should have strong project management skills, a degree in a relevant field, and commitment to client satisfaction. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Project Management or relevant field.
• APM or MRICS preferred.
• Experience managing multiple projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the growth of the business and delivery of client service.
• Manage Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Develop relationships with clients and ensure project documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical problem-solving

Client-focused service

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Degree in Project Management or similar

Job description

Project Manager

Department: Infrastructure

Employment Type: Full Time

Location / Working Arrangements: Greater Dublin, Republic of Ireland. Candidate may need to reside within daily commute of Greater Dublin or travel to Dublin for full‑time Monday to Friday. Hybrid and remote arrangements considered case by case.

About the Role

We are looking for a Project Manager to support the growth of the business and the delivery of world‑class service to our diverse client base. Working within a dedicated and dynamic team and reporting directly to senior leadership, this role involves high‑profile projects with key clients, consultants and contractors. The ideal candidate has day‑to‑day experience of capital contract delivery and can work autonomously, ensuring project standards are world‑class and managing operational aspects of projects, including resources, responsibilities and work delivery.

Experience in the following contracts and sector(s) is beneficial but not essential:

• FIDIC and NEC4 Contract Options
• Transportation Infrastructure
• Rail, especially Light Rail

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Director or Partner to deliver successful project outcomes and fully own project elements.
• Manage or support the management of Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers on your project(s).
• Develop close relationships with clients and other professional team members.
• Build a network with consultants, contractors and clients.
• Work closely with Cost Managers to understand costs and achieve commercial outcomes.
• Understand the distinction between outcomes and outputs, taking strategic responsibility for client outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Client team to define Employer Requirements and ensure outcomes align with expectations.
• Ensure project documentation is complete, relevant and archived appropriately.
• Proactively develop gaps in your knowledge of the project lifecycle to achieve technical excellence.
• Produce and maintain a project development programme with guidance from others.
• Understand critical success factors for all work stages of the project lifecycle, including:
  • Site acquisition / due diligence
  • Brief and objective setting
  • Project controls and governance
  • Project leadership
  • Fees and appointment management
  • Town planning and master‑planning
  • Design management and leadership
  • Risk Reduction and value management
  • Procurement
  • Programme and construction logistics
  • FIDIC and NEC Contract Administration & compensation events
  • Quality management including mock‑ups / prototypes
  • Completion and handover
• Continuously develop understanding of current industry challenges and opportunities such as modern methods of construction, environmental, social and governance agenda and pre‑manufacture value.
• Develop communication skills to be confident and clear internally and externally.
• Utilise and help improve best‑practice tools and processes, including technology.
• Ensure G&T safety practices and processes are fully understood and practised on each project.
• Understand commercial documents relevant to your project.
• Embrace collaborative values, sharing knowledge through internal platforms.
• Support team recruitment.
• Promote professional development of junior staff.
• Communicate with colleagues to develop new project leads.
• Assist with production of fee proposals / bids.

About You

• Degree level qualification (Project Management or similar relevant field).
• APM or MRICS preferred, but not essential. Training support available.
• Analytical with problem‑solving skills and ability to think strategically.
• Experience managing multiple projects with different clients and consultant teams.
• Technically skilled, demonstrating project leadership across specific tasks.
• Collaborative and open communication style.
• Client‑focused experience with commitment to excellent service.
• Strong relationship building with clients, resolving issues and exceeding expectations.
• Highly motivated, positive attitude, authentic workplace presence.
• Team‑focused, collaborative with leadership experience for junior members.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.
• Passion for transportation infrastructure, especially rail construction.
• Attention to detail, multi‑tasking while maintaining high‑quality outputs.
• Willingness to tackle challenges and take initiative without guidance.
• Business development minded, ambitious, pursuing professional network growth.
• Openness to feedback and application of performance feedback.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead procurement on high‑profile infrastructure projects in Ireland.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Collaborative and forward‑thinking programme and project environments.