Project Manager - Roads

Egis; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead road/highway projects in Ireland. Based in Dublin with travel to Cork, Limerick and Castlebar, you will supervise delivery, manage budgets and ensure quality while engaging clients and guiding your team.

You will apply sector standards and best practices and drive business growth through strategic proposals, all within a sustainability-focused consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or transportation engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred for senior roles.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with Engineers Ireland or equivalent is required/advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise the execution of road/highway projects in Ireland.
• Lead a high-performing project team with guidance and support.
• Apply standards, regulations and best practices to planning and delivery.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of project deliverables and implement QC processes.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts and resource allocation for profitability.
• Provide regular progress updates to the UK & Ireland Roads and Active Travel Director and clients.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and participate in proposals and bids.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Business development

Financial acumen

Project management

Client engagement

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/transportation engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Chartered Engineer (CEng) with Engineers Ireland

Job description

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work together with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy, and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable, and resilient world. The Egis Group has more than 50 years of experience and a team of 23,500 employees in over 70 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the Ireland & the UK, we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment, and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, and nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

We believe the key to our ongoing growth and success is the development and nurturing of enthusiastic, ambitious graduates who are excited by the daily unique challenges we tackle across our organisation and want to join us in making a positive impact across the globe.

This role is based in our Dublin office ideally or also Cork, Limerick or Castlebar with travel across the locations.

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work together with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy, and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable, and resilient world. The Egis Group has more than 50 years of experience and a team of 23,500 employees in over 70 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the Ireland & the UK, we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment, and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, and nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet.

We believe the key to our ongoing growth and success is the development and nurturing of enthusiastic, ambitious graduates who are excited by the daily unique challenges we tackle across our organisation and want to join us in making a positive impact across the globe.

This role is based in our Dublin office ideally or also Cork, Limerick or Castlebar with travel across the locations.

Job Description

• Project Management: Supervise and oversee the execution of road / highway projects in Ireland, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with contract.
• Team Management: Lead a high-performing team, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure project success.
• Technical Expertise: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of standards, regulations, and industry best practices, and apply this knowledge to project planning and delivery.
• Client Engagement: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and accuracy of project deliverables, and implement quality control processes to meet client expectations.
• Financial Management: Manage project budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocation to optimize project profitability.
• Reporting: Provide regular project updates and reports to the UK & Ireland Roads and Active Travel Director and clients, demonstrating progress and achievements.
• Business Development: Identify opportunities for business growth, develop winning strategies, and actively participate in the proposal and bid process to secure new urban transport projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with Engineers Ireland or equivalent recognised professional body.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, Active Travel or transport infrastructure.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering infrastructure projects.
• Strong business development skills with a history of winning and developing design and engineering work.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Financial acumen and experience in project budget management.

Additional Information

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.