Junior Project Manager

LPI Group; Portugal; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

LPI Group is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support project leadership across stages and collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. The role involves international travel up to 75% to support overseas project delivery.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in construction or electrical work, with knowledge of protection systems, and strong communication skills. Growth opportunities exist within a dynamic European project environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience within the construction or electrical industry.
• Knowledge of lightning protection systems, earthing, or surge protection is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with technical drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Client relationship experience desirable.
• Proficiency in relevant software applications.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations related to construction and electrical installations.
• Fluency in English; additional languages such as German, Dutch, French, or Portuguese are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support project team through complex and high-value projects.
• Assist with developing project plans, timelines and resource allocations and scheduling.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal staff to ensure effective communication and successful project delivery.
• Provide regular updates to Project Manager and Regional Manager.
• Supervise work, ensuring tasks are performed in compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and Health and Safety legislation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and progress reports.
• Support in preparing reports on project status, performance metrics, and financial aspects.

Skills

Communication

Client relationship

Electrical/Construction knowledge

Technical drawing literacy

Health and safety knowledge

English fluent

Multilingual advantage

Tools

PM software

Job description

Job Description – Junior Project Manager

Purpose of Role

The Junior Project Manager will support project leadership at all stages and collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and team members to ensure successful completion.

The ideal candidate will be IT proficient with a construction background, leadership potential, and the ability to travel across our sites in Europe.

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop before taking the next steps in your career with LPI Group as we continue to grow.

This role requires international travel for up to 75% of working time to support overseas project delivery

(current opportunities in Belgium, Germany, Netherlands and Portugal)

Responsibilities Of Role

• Support project team through complex and high-value projects.
• Assist with developing project plans, timelines and resource allocations and scheduling.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal staff to ensure effective communication and successful project delivery.
• Provide regular updates to Project Manager and Regional Manager.
• Supervise work, ensuring tasks are performed in compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and Health and Safety legislation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and progress reports.
• Support in preparing reports on project status, performance metrics, and financial aspects.

Requirements

• 1-2 years' experience within the construction or electrical industry.
• Knowledge of lightning protection systems, earthing, or surge protection is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with technical drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Client relationship experience desirable.
• Proficiency in relevant software applications.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations related to construction and electrical installations.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages such as German, Dutch, French, or Portuguese would be advantageous but not required.

About LPI Group

Since our establishment in 2011, Lightning Protection Ireland and Lightning Protection International have delivered cutting-edge lightning protection systems, earthing systems, and surge protection devices across the European data centre, pharmaceutical, commercial, and renewable energy sectors. In January 2021, to celebrate a successful 10 years in business, we launched our rebrand to LPI Group to reflect our growth as ‘Cloud to Ground Protection’ specialists in high-demand industries.