Optimize Recruitment is working closely with a leading civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Project Manager for a major utilities and power infrastructure project based in Co. Wexford.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Project Manager to join a well-established contractor delivering critical infrastructure works across Ireland. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project delivery from planning through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

On offer: 

• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Opportunity to join a leading civil engineering contractor.
• Long-term utilities and power infrastructure project in Co. Wexford.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Pension Scheme.
• Laptop and mobile phone.
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular programme updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Identify critical path delays and implement mitigation measures where required.
• Manage project budgets and track costs to ensure commercial performance.
• Identify and address cost overruns, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Manage project variations and negotiate additional costs with clients when appropriate.
• Review contract documentation and ensure all contractual obligations and notices are managed within required timeframes.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, including Site Agents, Project Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, and site crews.
• Review and approve monthly progress claims and project reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Review and approve Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and other project documentation.
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality audits, and health & safety reviews.
• Identify design or technical issues and work collaboratively with clients and design teams to develop practical solutions.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, utility providers, and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering, utilities, power, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on ESB, power, utility, or road corridor projects would be highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience managing clients, local authorities, subcontractors, and multiple site teams.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets and contract administration.
• Excellent planning and programming skills using Microsoft Project.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Minimum Level 8 qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Full clean driver's licence.
• Previous experience working within the Irish construction or civil engineering sector is essential.