Project Manager - Ireland

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Naas; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Thrive programme

Virtual GP service

Gymflex scheme

Menopause support package

Flexible working arrangements

Option to purchase additional leave

Job summary

WSP is seeking enthusiastic Project Managers to join the Rail Engineering Services team in Ireland to lead on management and delivery of a diverse portfolio of rail projects across the island of Ireland, with future opportunities in Great Britain and overseas. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure technical delivery while upholding health and safety standards.

The role bases in Ireland with flexible hybrid working and career development toward

Qualifications

• Experience delivering multi-disciplinary projects using NEC3/NEC4 contracts.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle from feasibility to delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and teams with value-driven decisions.
• Degree in a relevant discipline and pathway to chartership.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct and coordinate multi-disciplinary technical teams for project delivery.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships to achieve outcomes.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Design Managers on technical delivery.
• Set a strong health, safety and welfare culture on projects.
• Lead development of high performing teams including subconsultants.
• Administer contracts to monitor schedule and commercial performance.
• Lead design tenders and work winning activities.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to aspiring project managers.

Skills

NEC3/NEC4 Contracts

Full lifecycle delivery

Multi-disciplinary leadership

Rail engineering knowledge

Degree in relevant discipline

CSM/CDM understanding

Client eng. assurance processes

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Chartership pathway

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About Your Role…

We are seeking enthusiastic Project Managers to join our expanding Rail Engineering Services team in Ireland to lead on the management and delivery of our diverse portfolio and pipeline of rail engineering projects, primarily across the island of Ireland, but with future opportunities in both Great Britain and overseas;

In Undertaking This Role You Will

• Lead, direct, and coordinate multi-disciplinary technical teams, being accountable to the Client for project delivery;
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships to achieve desired project outcomes;
• Work alongside Engineering and Design Managers to ensure the technical delivery of Rail projects;
• Set an example for health, safety and welfare on your projects and instil a strong safety culture within the delivery team;
• Lead and contribute to the development of high performing teams from multiple technical disciplines and specialisms (including subconsultants);
• Administer the contract to monitor and safeguard the schedule and commercial performance of projects;
• Be responsible for work winning through leading design tenders;
• Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to aspiring project managers.

A Little More About Your Team…

You will work on exciting and inspiring projects for a variety of infrastructure owners, national and local governments, public and private sector clients including Irish Rail / Iarnród Éireann, Transport Infrastructure Ireland, Translink, MetroLink, the National Transport Authority and other regional transport bodies, operators and contractors. You will be part of the Engineering Management and Project Management Service Line – a team of professionally qualified, talented and diverse individuals that work together to:

• Deliver multi-disciplinary projects for our clients;
• Undertake work across the full project lifecycle, from early concept stage to detailed design and subsequently supporting delivery contractors on site;
• Mentor others in the team, supporting their development by sharing knowledge and experience;
• Provide clients with technical excellence through our delivery of projects.

The role will be based in one of our central offices in Belfast, Dublin, Cork and Naas. Our offices provide a quality, flexible and dynamic working space focused on the health and wellbeing of our staff, benefitting from innovative design, substantial amounts of natural light, open collaborative spaces and easy access to public transport.

We are actively seeking recognised Project Managers with demonstrable multidisciplinary delivery experience; proven leaders that have a track record of developing and maintaining client relationships.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• A track record of successfully managing and delivering multi-disciplinary projects in NEC3 or NEC4 Conditions of Contract;
• Strong experience in at least one area of the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies to detailed design and implementation;
• An ability to manage multiple workstreams and teams, balancing priorities, making value and delivery judgements / decisions to meet or exceed our client’s expectations;
• Technical knowledge (preferably in rail) to be able to challenge project teams on outputs/deliverables;
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline and demonstrable pathway to chartership;
• Understanding of CSM, CDM, Construction Regulations (RoI) and other health and safety regulations, and the application of "safe by design" techniques;
• Understanding of client engineering assurance processes.

It Is Desirable For Applicants To Have

• Experience across the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies to detailed design and implementation;
• A track record of mentoring and developing staff.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

• We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
• The Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most.
• We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need.
• Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.