Project Manger, Cork

Pivotal Recruitment Limited; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and Life Cover

Flexible working hours

Training support

Career progression

Job summary

Pivotal Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join one of our Cork construction teams.

This is a key leadership role responsible for coordinating, managing and delivering projects on time, within budget and to the required standards. You will lead the project team, manage subcontractors and ensure SHEQ compliance on site.

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Construction Management or related discipline.
• Proven experience as Project Manager in construction.
• Knowledge of construction methods, planning, sequencing and site operations.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of contracts, drawings and specs.
• Excellent programme management and organisational skills.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management.
• Leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Commercial awareness to manage resources and budgets.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Valid Safe Pass and construction-related qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, manage and deliver projects on time, within budget and to specification.
• Lead project team and ensure SHEQ compliance.
• Maintain client relationships throughout the project.
• Liaise with design team to manage design and technical requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors and interfaces to meet milestones.
• Monitor programme progress and manage information requirement schedules.
• Attend site, progress and client meetings as required.
• Obtain licences, permits and regulatory approvals for the project.
• Identify and resolve issues with the team, client and suppliers.
• Foster safety, quality, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Budgeting

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Job Specification - Project Manager

Location: Cork, Ireland
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Reports To: Contracts Manager / Director

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Project Manager to join one of our client's construction teams in the Cork region.

This is a key leadership role with overall responsibility for the coordination, management and successful delivery of projects on time, within budget and to the required specification and quality standards.

Role and Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the coordination, management and successful delivery of the project.
• Lead and supervise the project team in the implementation and delivery of all Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) requirements.
• Act as a key point of contact for the client, maintaining strong and professional client relationships throughout the project.
• Maintain ongoing liaison with the design team to ensure all design and technical requirements are effectively managed and delivered.
• Ensure all technical requirements, drawings, specifications and project standards are achieved.
• Take overall responsibility for the management and coordination of subcontractors.
• Ensure all subcontractor activities and interfaces are properly coordinated to meet project requirements and programme milestones.
• Maintain overall responsibility for project delivery on site, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
• Review and monitor the construction programme and develop and manage the Information Requirement Schedule.
• Monitor project progress and coordinate with the project team to ensure key programme milestones are achieved.
• Attend site meetings, progress meetings, client meetings and specialist subcontractor meetings as required.
• Coordinate the gathering and approval of all necessary licences, permits, statutory approvals and other requirements to facilitate the smooth running of the project.
• Identify and resolve project issues promptly, working collaboratively with the project team, client, design team and subcontractors.
• Promote a positive culture of safety, quality, teamwork and continuous improvement throughout the project.

Requirements

• Relevant third-level qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a Project Manager or senior construction management role within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, project planning, sequencing and site operations.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple project stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, specifications, drawings and technical requirements.
• Excellent programme management and organisational skills.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage project resources and deliver within agreed budgets.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure to meet project deadlines.
• A valid Safe Pass and relevant construction-related qualifications.

Why Join?

• Join an established and growing construction environment.
• Take a key leadership role in the delivery of high-profile construction projects.
• Pension and Life Cover.
• Flexible working hours and conditions.
• Commitment to ongoing training and career development with financial support.
• Work within a collaborative and supportive project team.
• Real opportunities for long-term career progression within the business.

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