Senior Project Manager

RBK Chartered Accountants; Portlaoise; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RBK Chartered Accountants is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee multiple design & build projects from pre-construction through to handover. You will manage programmes, budgets, and quality while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

The role requires 8–12 years in construction project management, with a solid background in design coordination and design & build delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree required: Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or related discipline.
• 8–12 years’ experience in construction project management.
• Strong background in Design & Build project delivery and design coordination.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and key client accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of multiple design & build projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Oversee programme, cost, quality, and safety across all projects.
• Coordinate design teams and manage design development with architects, engineers and consultants.
• Provide regular progress updates, reports, and programme reviews to clients and senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project controls

Design coordination

Client management

Mentoring

Risk management

Resource management

Strategic planning

Education

Degree in Construction Management / Civil Engineering / Quantity Surveying / Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

Our client, an established main contractor in the construction sector is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects for key clients.

The role will focus on end-to-end project leadership, from early design coordination through to construction delivery and handover. The successful candidate will act as the primary point of contact for high-value, repeat clients, ensuring consistent delivery, strong communication, and long-term relationship management.

This position requires a strong background in both construction delivery and design coordination within a design & build environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Management

• Lead the successful delivery of multiple design & build projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Oversee programme, cost, quality, and safety across all assigned projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered in line and on time with contract requirements and client expectations.
• Develop and manage detailed project execution plans.

Design Coordination

• Manage the design development process in collaboration with architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Coordinate design teams to ensure timely delivery of coordinated construction information.
• Review design for buildability, value engineering opportunities, and risk mitigation.
• Ensure alignment between design intent and construction execution.

Client Management

• Act as the main point of contact for key clients with multiple ongoing projects.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Provide regular progress updates, reports, and programme reviews.
• Manage client expectations and resolve issues proactively.
• Work closely with commercial teams to ensure cost control and financial performance.
• Support the management of variations, change orders, and contract administration.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain master project programmes.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure resources are effectively allocated across multiple live sites.

Leadership & Coordination

• Lead project teams including site managers, engineers, design consultants, and subcontractors.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and performance excellence.
• Mentor and support junior project staff where appropriate.
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8–12 years’ experience in construction project management.
• Strong background in Design & Build project delivery.
• Proven experience managing multiple concurrent projects and/or key client accounts.
• Excellent understanding of construction sequencing, design coordination, and project controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Previous experience managing framework clients or repeat client portfolios
• Leadership and team management
• Client relationship management
• Programme and risk management
• Design coordination and technical understanding