Amy Maguire
Project Manager – Civil Engineering Contractor
An established civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team based in Mountmellick, Co. Laois.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple civil engineering projects simultaneously, primarily involving housing maintenance, refurbishment, residential repairs and associated utilities works.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join a well-established contractor, overseeing the day-to-day delivery of multiple projects while working closely with Quantity Surveyors, Site Foremen and subcontractors to ensure works are completed safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the delivery of multiple civil engineering and maintenance projects simultaneously.
- Oversee and coordinate Site Foremen, subcontractors and site teams across various projects.
- Work closely with Quantity Surveyors to monitor project costs, budgets and variations.
- Plan and coordinate labour, materials, plant and subcontractor resources.
- Monitor project programmes and ensure works are completed on schedule.
- Liaise directly with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other stakeholders.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality and health and safety.
- Resolve technical and operational issues to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Ensure all works comply with project specifications, contractual requirements and health and safety regulations.
Requirements:
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
- 5+ years’ experience in a Project Manager, Contracts Manager or similar role.
- Strong background in civil engineering, utilities, housing maintenance or refurbishment projects.
- Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience managing Site Foremen, subcontractors and site teams.
- Strong understanding of project budgets, cost control and commercial management.
- Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication, leadership and client management skills.
- Ideally experienced working with a smaller civil engineering contractor.
- Full driving licence and Safe Pass.
Salary & Benefits:
- €75,000–€90,000 DOE
- Senior position with an established civil engineering contractor.
If you’re an experienced Project Manager considering your next career move in Laois, contact Amy Maguire for a confidential discussion or send your CV to a.maguire@gpcireland.com.
