Project Manager

Murphy Geospatial; Kilcullen; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Wellbeing support

Owner opportunity

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company in Kilcullen, Ireland, is seeking a motivated Project Manager to own large-scale surveying projects from inception to completion. Hybrid work available (one to two days per week) after onboarding.

You will lead project teams, ensure safety and delivery excellence, manage client communication, and drive successful outcomes across complex infrastructure and geospatial initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' post-graduate experience in surveying, geomatics, utility surveying, or a related field.
• Strong experience covering all aspects of surveys (Topographical, Utility etc.).
• Strong experience in managing projects including staff and commercial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the project across the whole project cycle.
• Develop an efficient programme of work and strategy for the project.
• Lead and manage project teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, safety, and delivery excellence.

Skills

Geospatial surveying

Project leadership

Client communication

Team management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geomatics

Tools

GIS Software

Job description

Project Manager, Kilcullen

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance.

Position Overview

We are currently recruiting a Project Manager to join our Sub Surface Engineering & Survey Departments. The successful candidate will take ownership of large-scale projects from inception through to completion, ensuring excellence in project delivery, safety, commercial performance, and client satisfaction while contributing to team development and business growth. The successful candidate will report to the Head of Department and will be based in our Kilcullen office, with the option of hybrid working (one to two days per week) following a successful onboarding period.

What You Will Do

• Manage all aspects of the project across the whole project cycle
• Develop an efficient programme of work and strategy for the project
• Lead and manage project teams, fostering a positive, high-performance culture focused on collaboration, safety, and delivery excellence.
• Liaise with clients to ensure effective client-centred communication
• Attend client/site meetings
• Coordinate with other project managers, managers, and sub-contractors
• Communicate effectively with other departments in completing projects
• Manage the project contract and subcontracts including invoicing and cashflow
• Assist sales with timings, technical support, and client meetings
• Implement company policies and procedures and ensure compliance from site teams
• Develop, review, and approve project RAMS, ensuring compliance with company and client safety requirements
• Drive commercial performance through effective project controls while identifying opportunities for additional services and business development
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
• Identify and act upon areas of potential H&S non-conformities
• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure lessons learned from incidents, near misses, and observations are effectively communicated and implemented.
• Training and development of staff

What You Will Bring

• Minimum of 5 years' post-graduate experience in surveying, geomatics, utility surveying, or a related field.
• Strong experience covering all aspects of surveys (Topographical, Utility etc.)
• Strong experience in managing projects including staff and commercial aspects
• Ability to work closely with clients and advise about best approaches
• Highly proficient in spoken and written English
• Strong safety ethic
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office
• Possess the right to work in the Ireland

Key Attributes

• Planning and organising
• Stakeholder engagement
• Managing staff
• Strategic perspective
• Analysis and judgement
• Interpersonal sensitivity
• Adaptability and resilience
• Energy and initiative

Benefits You Will Love

At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience
• Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools
• Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance
• Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives
• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert
• Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

• Fitness and Wellbeing reimbursementprogramme

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources.

Applicants requiring accommodation during recruitment may contact [e-mail]