Job Description

Project Manager – Metering & Pressure Management
�� Location: Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny
�� Job Type: Full-time
��️ Industry: Civil Engineering

Join one of Ireland’s leading civil engineering solutions specialists

Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing civil engineering solutions specialist, renowned for delivering high-quality public realm and infrastructure projects nationwide.
With a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and excellence, they continue to expand through exciting and meaningful projects across the country.
Our client is now seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to lead their Metering & Pressure Management Team.

This is a unique opportunity to work on impactful water infrastructure projects while contributing to the growth and success of a forward-thinking organisation.
As Project Manager, you will support the Water Networks Contracts Manager in delivering high-volume water infrastructure works across the Southeast and Midlands.

The successful individual will oversee multiple projects from planning to completion, ensuring quality, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction every step of the way.

Key responsibilities of the role will include:
• Lead and manage multiple projects in both urban and rural settings
• Oversee project delivery from concept to completion with strong commercial awareness
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Prepare and communicate regular project reports for internal and client use
• Review constructability of water and wastewater design solutions
• Coordinate with internal teams and third-party providers
• Resolve issues related to performance, scope, cost, and scheduling
• Lead detailed project planning and resource-loaded scheduling
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of status updates and reports

Experience & requirements:
• Full clean driver’s licence – essential
• Experience with Irish or UK Water Standards (Potable & Foul) – essential
• Relevant academic or technical qualification – desirable
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Self-motivated and confident, with the ability to work independently or in a team
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Client-focused with strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities

Interested? Let’s Talk.
�� Eoin@optimizerecruitment.ie | �� 087 0505417
�� Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie | �� 083 0885073