Senior Project Manager – Project Management Office (PMO)

Tetra Tech Europe; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Ireland is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major capital projects across transportation, civil infrastructure and utilities and energy in Ireland. You will own overall delivery, manage budgets, schedule, change control and resourcing, and work with Design Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams in a client-facing role.

You will drive PMO processes, governance and reporting, mentor teams, and ensure delivery within scope, time and budget while upholding health and safety

Qualifications

• A relevant third-level qualification, equivalent to NFQ Level 8, in project management, civil engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years’ experience in project management, project delivery and project execution across projects of varying size (capex value > 50m) and complexity.
• Strong experience delivering projects within engineering design consultancy, construction or related transport infrastructure, water or energy environment.
• Chartered Engineer / Chartered Project Professional status.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall project delivery and performance with a Design Manager for technical output.
• Be client facing, manage financial performance, budget tracking, change and resourcing.
• Coordinate projects and programmes across Ireland with clients, contractors, consultants and internal teams.
• Support PMO processes and strategic objectives, governance and reporting.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and report to stakeholders

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Budget management

Cost forecasting

Contract management

Procurement

Stakeholder management

Communication

Data analysis

MS Excel

MS Project

Primavera P6

Power BI

Education

NFQ Level 8 degree in PM / Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer / Chartered Project Professional

PM certification (PMP/PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Power BI

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Project Management Office (PMO)

Location: Dublin, Cork, Galway

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Project Delivery

Tetra Tech Ireland is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of major capital investment portfolios across transportation, civil infrastructure and utilities and energy sectors. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on complex, high-value projects while helping to strengthen project delivery standards, capability and performance across the business.

Working with Design Project Managers, multidisciplinary teams and a diverse range of stakeholders, you will help deliver projects and programmes that support resilient infrastructure and sustainable development across Ireland.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the overall project delivery and performance, supported by and working alongside a Design Manager responsible for technical design output. You will be client facing, taking direct responsibility for financial performance, budget tracking, change management, programme and resourcing, in delivering complex, multidisciplinary projects across the Transport & Civils and/or Water & Energy sectors. The role also involves coordinating projects and programmes, working closely with clients, contractors, consultants, internal teams and other stakeholders. Other responsibilities will include supporting PMO processes and strategic objectives, helping project and technical leads achieve successful project delivery and commercial goals, and assisting teams in the effective planning, coordination and delivery of their work.

Core Capabilities

• Demonstrated experience leading, managing and coordinating multidisciplinary teams in delivering engineering, construction or civil infrastructure projects of varying size and complexity.
• Excellent knowledge of project management methodologies, planning, scheduling, risk, quality, scope, change and resource management.
• Proven track record monitoring project budgets, schedules, contract, scope and change, risks, resources, quality and third-party performance.
• Excellent cost and commercial acumen ensuring that project budgets are tracked and delivered within budget, including knowledge of Earned Value Analysis and cost forecasting (ETC / EAC) and demonstrated experience of deploying cost recovery measures in projects.
• Proven management and administration of different contract forms, e.g. Conditions of Engagement (COE1), Public Works Contracts, NEC4, FIDIC etc.
• Working knowledge of public procurement best practice and ability to deliver multiple procurement packages for large, complex projects and programmes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams and work effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, senior leaders and other stakeholders in shaping and driving successful project outcomes, and reporting / presenting to different audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are essential to manage and coordinate teams.
• Experience in analysing project data, identifying trends and embedding lessons learned.
• Proactive, self-motivated and organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities, resolve complex issues and deliver results within agreed timescales.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, sound judgement and a strong commitment to quality, health and safety.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly MS Excel. Proficiency in MS Project and / or Primavera P6. Working knowledge of MS Power BI.
• Experience working with integrated management systems and standards covering areas such as quality, environment, health and safety, data security, risk and BIM, as well as knowledge and experience of health and safety legislation and regulations.

Essential – Qualifications & Experience

• A relevant third-level qualification, equivalent to NFQ Level 8, in project management, civil engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years’ experience in project management, project delivery and project execution across projects of varying size (capex value > 50m) and complexity.
• Strong experience delivering projects within an engineering design consultancy, construction or related transport infrastructure, water or energy environment.
• Chartered Engineer / Chartered Project Professional status.

Desirable

• Public procurement experience working with Public Works Contracts in Ireland.
• Contact management using NEC4.
• Previous experience working within a PMO or in a Programme Manager role.
• Experience contributing to the development of a PMO and contributing to the strategic direction of the PMO, including operational project governance, management reporting and the implementation of consistent processes, tools and techniques.
• Recognised project management qualification such as PMP or PRINCE2.
• Experience providing project management training, coaching or mentoring.

Working Environment

This is a professional project management role supporting teams and projects across Ireland. The position operates on a hybrid and flexible basis, combining office‑based collaboration, remote working and attendance at project or client locations when required.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Transport & Civils, Water & Energy and wider business teams, attend relevant office, client, project and stakeholder meetings, and travel to project and client locations across Ireland as required.

Flexibility will be needed to meet project deadlines, stakeholder requirements and business priorities, while maintaining a professional and proactive approach in both office‑based and remote working environments.

What We Offer

Access accredited training, career development, coaching and mentoring, with clear progression pathways and opportunities to work on major infrastructure and engineering projects. You will join an inclusive, flexible workplace that values diverse perspectives and employee wellbeing.

Why join Tetra Tech?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day‑to‑day role.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list and any submitted will be taken as a gift. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.