Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager (Quality Assurance)

Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid working arrangement)

Job Type: Full-time, Contract (12 months, potential extension)

About the Role: Morgan McKinley is partnering with a national organization to find an experienced and dedicated Transport Project Specialist for a key assignment with our client. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with strong project management skills and a deep understanding of transport and infrastructure projects to drive impactful initiatives in public transport services.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will work closely with the client to support the delivery of strategic projects, operational enhancements, and transportation initiatives. Key responsibilities include:

• Project Management: Lead and coordinate transport-related projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with the client’s strategic goals and compliance with industry standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the main liaison between the client and project stakeholders, building and maintaining strong relationships to facilitate effective communication and project delivery.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Conduct detailed analyses on transport data to inform project decisions, prepare regular reports for internal and external stakeholders, and recommend solutions for identified issues.
• Compliance & Best Practices: Ensure all project activities comply with relevant regulations, guidelines, and best practices within the transport sector.
• Risk Management: Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues to keep projects on track.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and improve project management methodologies and operational processes to enhance project delivery and efficiency.

Key Requirements: The ideal candidate will bring a mix of technical knowledge, project management expertise, and stakeholder engagement skills. Essential requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Transport Planning, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience managing complex projects, ideally within the transport or public infrastructure sector.
• Strong knowledge of transport regulations and industry standards within Ireland.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Demonstrated capability in building and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, with occasional on-site visits as required.