Job Description

General Foreperson - Pharmaceutical Projects
Location: Southeast Ireland (Carlow & Surrounding)
€68,000 - €77,000 & Package (d.o.e.)

Optimize Recruitment is seeking a Project Manager to join a well-established Carlow-based main contractor specialising in pharmaceutical, food production, and industrial projects across the Southeast. The company has long-term contracts with global industry leaders, focusing on internal fit-outs, extensions, heavy civils, and power infrastructure. With a strong pipeline of secured work and a focus on quality delivery, they offer an excellent work environment and long-term career progression.

• Position: General Foreperson 
• Sector: Pharmaceutical (Civils & Fit-Out)
• Location: Carlow & Southeast
• Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Role Overview
The General Foreperson will manage day-to-day on-site operations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. The role involves coordinating various trades and subcontractors, with a focus on pharmaceutical and civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all on-site activities, ensuring project completion on schedule and to required quality standards.
• Manage and direct site personnel and subcontractors, providing leadership and support.
• Enforce strict adherence to health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections.
• Ensure all work meets required specifications through regular quality checks.
• Plan and coordinate labour, materials, and equipment to optimise costs and efficiency.
• Liaise with Project Managers, clients, and stakeholders to communicate progress and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, including daily reports and progress updates.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years' experience in a similar role, ideally with a large main contractor.
• Experience on pharmaceutical construction projects is highly desirable.
• Strong background in civil engineering works.
• Education from a Trade background, Construction Management, or Engineer. 
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Sound understanding of construction processes and technologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach.
• Flexibility to work across multiple sites in Southeast Ireland.

What's on Offer:

• €68,000 - €77,000 & Package (d.o.e.)
• Performance Bonus 10% 
• Milage
• 5% Pension

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

Please e-mail your CV with the Vacancy reference SF- 12937 number in the title of the mail.

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval.

Job Ref Number: 12937
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