Project Manager

Manpower; Kildare; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Manpower is seeking a Project Coordinator / Retrofit Project Manager to oversee residential retrofit projects across the Midlands, Dublin, and Laois regions. The role involves coordinating from survey to completion with a hybrid working pattern.

The ideal candidate has a BER Assessor qualification or proven retrofit project management experience, plus strong planning, communication, and IT skills to drive projects safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• BER Assessor qualification or retrofit project management experience.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proactive, results-driven with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate retrofit projects from survey to completion.
• Ensure safety, efficiency, and high standards.
• Provide direction to project team and subcontractors.
• Manage surveys of homes for grant-funded works.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting.

Skills

BER Assessor qualification

Retrofit project management

Project coordination

Planning & organisation

Communication skills

IT skills (MS Office)

Full, clean driving licence

Education

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Project Coordinator / Retrofit Project Manager

Midlands (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive, DOE

Our client is seeking a motivated and organised Project Coordinator / Retrofit Project Manager to join their growing team and oversee residential retrofit projects across the Midlands, Dublin, and Laois regions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a BER Assessor qualification or proven experience managing retrofit projects. A background in Construction Management would be a distinct advantage.

Working within a growing and innovative sector, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to sustainable housing improvements while developing a rewarding career in project management.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing retrofit projects from survey stage through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining site visits, home working, and collaboration with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage residential retrofit projects across Dublin and Laois.
• Provide clear objectives and direction to project team members and subcontractors.
• Complete high-quality surveys of homes where grant-funded works will be carried out.
• Keep all relevant stakeholders informed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress and ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Respond positively to challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Coordinate multiple small-scale projects simultaneously.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting.
• Utilise project management apps and Microsoft Office tools effectively.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• BER Assessor qualification or experience managing retrofit projects.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management applications.
• Full, clean driving licence.
• A proactive, results-driven approach with strong problem-solving skills.

Desirable

• 1 to 5 years' experience in project management, construction, retrofit, or a related field.
• Construction Management background.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating project schedules.
• Knowledge of residential energy upgrade programmes and grant-funded projects.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to work within the rapidly expanding retrofit and energy-efficiency sector.
• Supportive team environment with excellent career development opportunities.
• Varied and rewarding project portfolio.