Construction Manager

Join a leading Civil Engineering Contractor as a Construction Manager to oversee the construction of a high-profile Design and Build project of an Anaerobic Digestion (AD) plant in Little Island, Cork. This is a full-time opportunity to lead a complex project from start to completion, working with a well-established team.

Coffey are the Main Civil and Building Works Contractor for the Design and Build of an Anaerobic Digestion (AD) plant in Little Island in Cork, Ireland.

Coffey’s will provide.

• Concrete design & build for all permanent RC structures such as foundations and walls.
• Structural Engineering steelwork design and installation for all buildings
• Design, Supply and Erection of Cladding, roller doors and personnel doors.
• Drainage & Underground Services
• Permanent and temporary CFA and sheet piling
• Earthworks including excavations for tanks, drainage and underground services, roads and carparks, ramps and retaining walls and RC structures.

   

  Key Responsibilities

  Project Leadership

• Oversee all phases of the project delivery lifecycle: planning, execution, and completion.
• Ensure project elements are delivered on time to the project specification.
• Manage diverse project team, including three senior project engineers, three project engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors, to foster collaboration and productivity.

  Planning and Scheduling

• Develop detailed project schedules, hitting key milestones and deliverables.
• Monitor progress and proactively address potential delays by implementing recovery plans.
• Work with team to ensure optimal resource allocation and strict adherence to timelines.

  Quality and Safety Management

• Ensure all project works comply with contract specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture through regular meetings and swift resolution of safety concerns.
• Oversee (with the assistance of the onsite quality coordinator) quality assurance processes to ensure all project outputs meet or exceed required standards.

  Subcontractor Management

• Act as the primary liaison for subcontractors.
• Maintain transparent and consistent communication, providing regular updates on project progress, risks, and resolutions.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with all subcontractors.

   

  Commercial Management

• Manage project scope to ensure no scope creep.
• Seek a solution with the onsite quantity surveyor when issues outside of our scope arise.
• Propose and implement cost-effective solutions and optimal resource allocation.
• Prepare and review detailed monthly resource forecasts.

  Technical Oversight

• Provide technical guidance and decision-making support, particularly in earthworks and reinforced concrete.
• Review and comment on project designs to ensure compliance with specifications and constructability.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks to maintain project integrity.

Skills & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a trade background with demonstrable experience as Construction Manager.

  Experience

• Minimum 12 years of civil engineering experience, including managing large-scale infrastructure or design-build projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in earthworks and reinforced concrete is critical.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in complex project environments.

  Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in construction management and methodologies.
• Deep understanding of industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices.

This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to contribute to a groundbreaking project while advancing your career in the civil engineering sector. If you have a proven track record in managing large-scale projects and a passion for excellence, apply today!