All Locations
Ireland South
Vacancy Type
Permanent IE
Energy IRE

About The Role

As a Project Manager, you’ll take full ownership of your site tea including Site Agents, Engineers, Supervisors, and subcontractors ensuring that each project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll be a key driver of our company’s values, vision, and success.

Responsibilities

  • Promote and uphold our Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental (HSQE) standards across all project activities
  • Ensure the Safety Statement is understood and accessible on-site
  • Lead your team with integrity, aligning project delivery with our company’s values and strategic goals
  • Plan and coordinate construction operations to meet deadlines and exceed expectations
  • Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety protocols
  • Provide clear guidance and support to staff, operatives, and subcontractors
  • Coordinate training needs with the HSQE department to ensure team readiness
  • Mentor and develop junior technical staff, helping them grow in their roles
  • Assess and allocate resources—including manpower, equipment, and materials—efficiently and cost-effectively
  • Collaborate with the purchasing team to ensure procurement aligns with project specifications
  • Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to secure the best outcomes
  • Manage permits and licenses, ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met
  • Build strong relationships with clients and their representatives, keeping them informed through regular updates
  • Interpret and manage contract documents from both internal and client sources
  • Coordinate temporary and permanent works design, ensuring all certifications are in place
  • Monitor site progress and performance, identifying and addressing any issues proactively
  • Report regularly to the Regional Director on project progress, financials, risks, and opportunities
  • Develop and manage construction budgets, forecasts, and resource plans
  • Ensure all project changes are documented and communicated in line with contract requirements
  • Prepare client reports, budgets, and progress updates in a timely and professional manner
  • Collaborate with quantity surveyors to measure and value completed works
  • Strengthen client relationships and contribute to future business opportunities
  • Share project insights and updates with HQ as part of our continuous improvement process

About You

What You’ll Bring

  • A degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience
  • Membership in a relevant professional institution
  • At least 5 years of experience in a Project Manager role
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • A proactive, collaborative approach to project delivery
  • Permission to work in Ireland
  • Full Irish driver license

About Us

Coffey is a family-owned water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist established in 1974. We are passionate about safety and have been delivering critical infrastructure projects on time and within budget for nearly 50 years. The hallmarks of our contracts are innovative solutions, engineering ingenuity, professional construction management and adherence to the highest safety and quality standards.
 

At Coffey, we value the importance of maintaining efficient recruitment process.  As part of our commitment to this, we do not accept unsolicited CVS from Recruitment Agencies.  Recruitment agencies are kindly requested not to submit CVs without prior engagement and written agreement. Any CVs received in violated of this policy will be considered the property of Coffey.

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