Senior Project Manager

RBK Chartered Accountants; Portlaoise; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RBK Chartered Accountants is assisting an established main contractor in Ireland to appoint a Senior Project Manager. You will oversee design & build projects from pre-construction through handover, leading project teams and ensuring alignment with client expectations.

The role requires 8–12 years’ construction PM experience, strong leadership, and expertise in programme, cost, quality and safety across multiple live sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or related discipline.
• 8–12 years’ experience in construction project management.
• Strong background in Design & Build project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of multiple design & build projects from pre-construction to completion.
• Oversee programme, cost, quality and safety across projects.
• Coordinate design development with architects, engineers and consultants.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships and provide progress updates.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Programme management

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering or related

Tools

MS Office

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.

Commercial & Contract Awareness

• 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.

Programme & Performance

• 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.

Essential Requirements

• 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
• Full, clean driving license.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team management
• Client relationship management
• Programme and risk management
• Commercial awareness
• Design coordination and technical understanding
• Decision making and problem solving
• Communication and negotiation skills
• Organisational and multitasking ability
• Quality and safety focus