Construction Project Manager

Project Manager

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Project Manager with strong apartment OR Residential construction experience to join a rapidly growing Irish property and construction business.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager looking to take responsibility for a challenging, large-scale residential development while continuing to develop their skills and career within a high-performing organisation.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall delivery of the project and will typically undertake the following:

• Ensure all works are delivered to the required quality, programme, health & safety and environmental standards , in full compliance with Planning Permission and Building Regulations.
• Prepare and deliver the Project Execution Plan , covering key project delivery parameters including procurement strategy, baseline/target programme, budget targets, compliance objectives and project risk mitigation.
• Take ownership of the commercial delivery of the project , working closely with the commercial team to ensure effective cost control, value creation and optimal project returns.
• Manage relationships with project subcontractors and design teams, driving performance and ensuring efficient sequencing of works and information production.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key project stakeholders, including statutory authorities, project partners and local communities.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle , from inception through to completion and aftersales, ensuring the quality and presentation of the finished product meets the required standards.
• Lead the value engineering and product development process , including the implementation of innovative and best-practice construction systems.
• Provide strong leadership and management to the project construction team, driving high performance, employee development and continuous learning.
• Ensure the appropriate resources are in place to support the successful delivery of the project.
• Establish clear standards of behaviour, responsibility and accountability across project teams.
• Support talent development and succession planning within the project team.
• Promote positive engagement, collaboration and a strong team culture.
• Implement best practice in project controls, performance management and project reporting .
• Embed a proactive approach to health & safety and quality management .
• Embrace innovation, technology and improved methods of project delivery.
• Ensure accurate, transparent project reporting, forecasting and performance monitoring .

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree / Higher Diploma in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent .
• 7+ years' post-qualification experience .
• Proven experience in a similar Project Manager role delivering projects of comparable scale.
• Strong background in large-scale residential, mixed-use or commercial construction , with apartment experience highly desirable.
• Excellent working knowledge of current Building Regulations, certification requirements and construction standards .
• Demonstrable track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills .
• Ability to achieve demanding programme, quality and delivery targets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised, methodical and detail-oriented.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with people at all levels.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and manage competing deadlines.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability and responsibility.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Adaptable, energetic and collaborative approach.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.