Job Description

Director of Project Controls Ireland

About Us

As an Arcadian, you already help us deliver world leading sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. You are part of our global business comprising 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can continue to solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Location/s: Based in our Dublin or Cork

Role description

The Director of Project Controls will be a key role within the Ireland Management team.

The role will involve the development and implementation of a strategy that will strengthen our Projects Controls function across the following key areas:

• Project services
• Project Planning/scheduling
• Project cost estimating
• Contract Procurement and Administration

The role will involve working closely with the Business directors and project managers to set standards, support the development of project execution strategies, support the built of appropriate project teams and act as a peer reviewer on the projects to identify risks and mitigation strategies.

The role will have a Utilisation target of 60%

Reporting lines

Direct reporting line to EU Pharma BU Director and dotted line to Business Directors in Dublin and Cork.

Role accountabilities

• Work closely with Business Directors, Project Managers and Department managers to ensure successful delivery of Project Controls function.
• Support/Review of Project Controls Proposals.
• Participate in Corporate and outside industry committees and bodies.
• Assist with the development of the long-term business strategy, reflective of business trends, in conjunction with the Business Directors, to ensure that the project Controls Function is providing an efficient and effective service.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide strong leadership in setting standards for project controls
• Responsible for the improvement of the Projects Controls procedures, work instruction and guidelines.
• Audit Operations/projects for compliance with procedure and actively support corrective actions identified in Audits.
• Ensure compliance with Company Procedures and Work Practices pertinent to Construction activities.
• Ensure best available technology is implement on projects to align with the digitalisation of workflow processes.
• Develop in conjunction with the construction management function robust Equipment and Contract procurement strategies to enable successful project delivery.
• Enhance knowledge of supply chain across European Operations.
• Ensure project costs analysis are completed and cost database is up to date.
• Participate in the selection and approval of construction contractors appointed to undertake work for either the Company or on behalf of Clients.
• Ensure appropriate communication with the Project Management and Construction function occurs at all levels on all aspects of Project Controls.
• Participate in the recruitment of appropriate project controls resources.  
• Mentor and invest in career development of project controls personnel.
• Project the Company's image to clients, public and other third parties by ensuring effective liaison and harmonious relationships.

Qualifications & Experience:

First and foremost, you share our passion for improving the quality of life. You pride yourself for the part you play in transforming the world around you and understand the importance of teamwork. You are a technically capable and come to us with:

• Degree Qualified
• Experience as Project Controls Manager on pharma projects of €100m+

Why Arcadis?

At Arcadis, we empower everyone to be their best because your contribution matters. Shape your career, deliver sustainable solutions, and leave a lasting legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. Through six ED&I workstreams—Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Race—we foster innovation by embracing diverse perspectives.

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