Position: Project Manager

Location: North Dublin, Ireland

Employer: Tier-One Main Contractor

Project Start: Early 2026

About the Project:

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading tier-one main contractor for a career-defining, Major Infrastructure Scheme in North Dublin. This is a strategically vital, complex civil engineering project that will transform sustainable transport in the region.

The scheme will deliver:

• 22km of dedicated bus priority infrastructure, enhancing public transport efficiency and reliability.
• 20km of new cycling infrastructure, promoting active travel and connectivity.

As a cornerstone project for the area’s development, it involves significant civil works, utilities diversions, public realm enhancements, and stakeholder coordination within a live environment.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and commercially astute Project Manager to lead the construction phase of this high-profile scheme. You will have full responsibility for the safe, on-time, on-budget, and quality delivery of the project, upholding the highest standards of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and management of the project from mobilisation through to successful completion.
• Ensure the highest standards of Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental compliance are maintained at all times.
• Develop and manage the project programme, budget, and resource plan, implementing robust control measures to mitigate risk.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing site management team, subcontractors, and supply chain.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, design team, statutory authorities, and key stakeholders, fostering collaborative relationships.
• Proactively manage project risks, opportunities, and change, ensuring commercial success.
• Ensure strict adherence to all project specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and present detailed progress reports to senior management and the client.

Essential Requirements:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a directly related field.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager with a main contractor, delivering large-scale, complex civil engineering/infrastructure projects.
• A demonstrable track record of successfully managing projects >€20m in value, ideally within road, public realm, or active travel infrastructure.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing substantial budgets and contracts.
• Excellent knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation (Irish/UK).
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• A valid safe pass card and full driving licence.

Desirable Experience:

• Direct experience delivering major infrastructure projects within Ireland or the UK is highly preferred.
• Experience with Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) or similar authority procedures and standards.
• Experience in projects involving significant public interfaces, utilities diversions, and traffic management.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership (ICE, Engineers Ireland, etc.).

What's On Offer:

• A landmark, high-profile project that will be a showcase on your CV.
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package commensurate with a tier-one contractor.
• Significant career development opportunity within a market-leading organisation.
• The chance to make a tangible, positive impact on Dublin’s future transport infrastructure.

How to Apply:

To apply for this pivotal role, please submit your CV and a cover letter.