PSDP Project Design Professional

Jennings O'Donovan & Partners; Sligo; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

Professional membership fees

Strong CPD commitment

Job summary

Jennings O’Donovan is looking for an experienced PSDP Project Design Professional to join our team in Sligo. The full-time role is based on a hybrid model from our Sligo office, with involvement in landmark Irish infrastructure projects within the renewable energy sector.

The candidate should have 10+ years in safety (design/construction), a relevant professional qualification, and strong knowledge of safety in design and ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in safety (design/construction) or project experience.
• Recognised professional qualification in engineering, architecture, science or construction.
• Strong knowledge of safety in design legislation and ISO 9001/14001/45001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead PSDP design safety coordination and provide design safety advice.
• Develop and maintain hazard identification registers.
• Coordinate with PSCS, designers and clients to ensure compliance with safety in design requirements.
• Prepare and oversee hazard control measures and risk assessments.
• Lead design safety reviews and ensure proper documentation and QA procedures.

Skills

PSDP

Safety in design

Hazard identification

Communication skills

MS Office

English fluent

Education

Engineering/Architecture/Science/Construction degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Vacancy

We are seeking an experienced PSDP Project Design Professional to join our team. This is full time permanent role working on a hybrid basis from our office in Sligo.

We are seeking an experienced PSDP Project Design Professional to join our team. This is full time permanent role working on a hybrid basis from our office in Sligo. This role is a vital opportunity to progress in the Renewable Energy Sector and be involved in landmark infrastructural projects across Ireland, supporting our drive toward a more sustainable and resilient environment.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Project Safety & Health Management (Design)
• Perform the Project Supervisor for the Design Process (PSDP) / Principal Designer role on projects.
• Provide design safety advice and support to engineering design disciplines and project teams.
• Support project teams in achieving compliance with applicable statutory requirements for occupational health and safety in design.
• Identify and assess design-related hazards from technical, organisational, planning, and time-related perspectives.
• Prepare and maintain hazard identification registers.
• Collaborate with design teams to eliminate or reduce risks.
• Prepare Preliminary Safety and Health Plans where required.
• Communicate residual risks and control measures to the PSCS and Designers for inclusion in the Construction Stage Safety and Health Plan.
• Coordinate and facilitate cooperation among designers.
• Chair and attend site meetings and liaise with Clients, PSCS/Contractors, Designers, and other stakeholders as required.
• Lead or chair design safety-related reviews, EHS, technical, regulatory, and process safety reviews as competent.
• Determine and track essential design safety-related reviews and risk assessments, ensuring they are adequately planned and sequenced in project schedules.
• Provide Temporary Works coordination and third-party designer management.
• Manage the compilation of Safety Files and coordinate with the PSCS and construction management teams.
• Maintain knowledge of current technology, regulatory, and industry standards for design safety.
• Advise clients and design teams on their duties under the SHWW (Construction) Regulations.
• Review and enhance internal PSDP procedures in line with legislation and ISO standards.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation in line with QA procedures.
• Design Safety Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Ensure all work is performed in strict compliance with JOD’s Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Actively participate in design safety and quality-related continuous improvement projects.
• Deliver design safety-related training to staff and colleagues.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of safety (design/construction) or project experience.
• Recognised relevant professional qualification (Engineering, Architecture, Science, or Construction preferred).
• Demonstrated strong working knowledge and practical application of safety in design legislation, along with familiarity with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards in an engineering/construction environment.
• Excellent communication, people skills, and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative and independently.
• Strong multitasking and project management abilities.
• Excellent report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Adobe).
• Fluent English.
• Excellent time management and ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Full clean driver's license and flexible approach to travel, as the role will require attendance at sites and project locations across Ireland.
• Advantageous: Member of a recognised Engineering, Architectural, or Occupational H&S professional body / Chartered Status.

What We Offer

• An excellent salary commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience and suitability.
• Professional membership fees.
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid working arrangement (following completion of the probation period).
• A defined career path with clear objectives and a progression structure.
• A strong Continuing Professional Development (CPD) commitment.

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About Us

We are a skilled, multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm specialising in renewable energy, water supply, wastewater treatment and planning and environmental services. Located in Co. Sligo, Republic of Ireland, Jennings O’Donovan began in 1950. Today, our workforce of more than 100 includes design engineers, planners, project managers, environmental scientists and resident engineers. We work with local authorities, water and power utilities, developers and industries in Ireland and overseas to help co-create solutions. Recent projects include the Meenadreen and Nysäter wind farms in Sweden and Lumcloon battery energy storage facility and the Lough Rynn international rowing course in Ireland.

From our headquarters in Sligo and an office in Dublin, we provide engineering, environmental and business expertise for renewable energy and infrastructural projects. We act as technical advisers to lending and banking institutions operating in the renewable energy sector and have significant experience in cost estimation, conciliation and dispute resolution.

Jennings O’Donovan is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy remains the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?