Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Bridge Infrastructure

Location: Dublin, Cork, or Galway office
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Package: Further discussed over telephone call. 
Start Date: December 2024 or January 2025

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and execution of complex bridge infrastructure projects across Ireland. This role is ideal for a motivated professional with a proven ability to deliver large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects and guide teams to achieve excellence.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of high-profile bridge infrastructure projects, managing all phases from initiation to completion.
• Provide leadership for project teams, ensuring effective collaboration across disciplines and departments.
• Oversee contract management and commercial aspects, ensuring budgets and timelines are maintained.
• Lead and manage the design process, ensuring innovative and technically sound solutions.
• Mentor and manage junior staff, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Develop and deliver tender proposals, taking a proactive role in securing new commissions.
• Ensure all project activities align with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Act as a key liaison between clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, building strong and trusted relationships.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (Level 8/9).
• Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) with Engineers Ireland or a recognised professional body.
• Minimum 10 years’ post-graduate experience, preferably within a consultancy environment.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects in Ireland or the UK.
• Deep understanding of all stages of a project lifecycle, including concept, detailed design, and delivery.
• Exceptional ability to manage and lead multi-disciplinary teams in a collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with modern technologies and industry best practices in bridge construction.
• Confident communicator with excellent presentation and written skills.
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel as required.

Why Consider This Role?

This is an opportunity to take on a leadership role with a respected engineering consultancy, driving forward landmark infrastructure projects in Ireland. The position offers an environment that values innovation, technical expertise, and professional growth.

For additional information and a confidential discussion, contact Shane Fleming on 083 0885073 / Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie.

Please e-mail your CV with the Vacancy Reference Number SF-12811 in the subject line. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence, and your details will not be shared without prior approval.

Job Reference Number: 12811