Principal Project Manager – Civil / Structural Engineering
Location: Cork, Carlow or DublinExperience: Minimum 12 years' post-graduate experience
The Opportunity
An established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Project Manager – Civil / Structural Engineer to join its growing Sustainable Infrastructure team.
The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a varied portfolio of infrastructure projects, including national road schemes, greenways, active travel, public transport, renewable energy developments and major design-and-build projects.
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role within a dynamic consultancy, with exposure to projects across Ireland and a clear career progression pathway towards Associate and Director-level positions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, to the required quality standards and within budget.
Supervise, mentor and support the development of senior and junior engineering staff.
Prepare and review technical reports and tender documentation.
Plan and manage design activities in collaboration with engineering discipline leads and technicians.
Ensure compliance with quality assurance systems, management procedures and relevant health and safety legislation.
Coordinate project activities with colleagues across the wider infrastructure team.
Manage client relationships and oversee project communications.
Support effective project planning, resource allocation and budget management.
About You
Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
Chartered Engineer status.
Minimum 12 years' post-graduate experience in infrastructure design and project management, including delivery of projects in Ireland.
Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams.
Experience delivering highway or greenway projects in accordance with TII and NTA standards and guidelines is desirable.
Design-and-build project experience is an advantage.
Strong experience engaging with clients, external stakeholders and sub-consultants.
Proven ability to develop and manage project budgets.
Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills.
Proactive, flexible and collaborative, with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
Full driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings.
Career Development
The role offers the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects while developing leadership and technical expertise, with a defined progression pathway towards senior management positions.
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