Civil Project Manager

Role Overview

The Civil Project Manager will be based at Lisgoold WwTP in County Cork and will oversee civil works delivery for a water and wastewater project environment. The position offers a competitive salary and is aimed at someone who can lead site delivery, coordinate multiple stakeholders, and maintain strong safety, quality, and commercial control throughout the project lifecycle.

Experience and Background

This position calls for at least 5 years of experience in a comparable role, ideally gained within the water and wastewater sector. A solid grounding in civil engineering project delivery is important, including exposure to bulk earthworks, in-situ concrete, precast installation, building works, pipe laying, and site finishing. A Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil Engineering is required, along with a full driving licence.

Applicants should have a strong understanding of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013. A certificate in Managing Safely for Construction Managers would be an advantage. Strong competence in Microsoft Project, including baseline programme creation and updates, as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, is expected.

Key Duties

• Maintain strict compliance with HSE and sustainability policies, standards, and site procedures.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, client representatives, and third-party bodies.
• Ensure the client and their representatives experience a collaborative, professional service throughout delivery.
• Take ownership of the civil engineering and building elements of the works, guiding the construction team.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams where required.
• Support PSDP coordination for live projects and act as PSCS on live sites within your scope, ensuring all required documentation is available and current.
• Carry out regular site safety inspections and lead toolbox talks and white-board meetings.
• Apply strong project management methods, including Lean Construction and Last Planner practices.
• Track project progress, risks, and opportunities, and take action to reduce risk where possible.
• Prepare monthly performance updates covering programme, budget, and HSQE matters for the framework manager.
• Lead procurement of materials and subcontract packages so they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Oversee project cashflow and work with commercial leadership to ensure interim payment applications are raised on schedule.
• Contribute to resource planning and recruitment as a hiring manager, and offer input on future tender opportunities as needed.
• Handle client and stakeholder complaints promptly and gather feedback through client satisfaction surveys.
• Stay up to date with current standards and technology through continuous professional development.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years in a similar civil project management role, preferably in water and wastewater.
• Strong understanding of construction health and safety legislation and site compliance.
• Practical experience in civil engineering delivery across earthworks, concrete, precast, pipelines, building works, and finishing works.
• Confident in stakeholder communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and independent decision-making.
• Proficient in project scheduling and Microsoft Office tools.
• Full driving licence required.

What’s Offered

• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation.
• Monday to Friday schedule with a 39-hour working week.
• 22 days of annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.
• Competitive base pay.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Access to a confidential employee assistance programme available 24/7, 365 days a year for employees and their families.

Additional Information

This role is focused on full-time, on-site project delivery. The information provided does not state a specific opening count, salary figure, start date, or application deadline.