The Project Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of major construction projects from early pre-construction through to handover. The role requires strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to Walls Construction's quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and manage the overall project programme, sequencing, and logistics plans.
* Coordinate with design teams to ensure timely release of information and resolve technical queries.
* Chair design, coordination, and subcontractor meetings as required.
* Implement project controls including progress tracking, reporting, and risk management.
* Lead site operations ensuring efficient sequencing of works and compliance with project specifications.
* Ensure the project is executed in line with contract documents, statutory requirements, and industry best practice.
* Work closely with the commercial team on cost control, forecasting, and value management.
* Participate in tender reviews, procurement of subcontractors and materials, and negotiation of contract packages.
* Ensure all works comply with Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and project-specific requirements.
* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, design teams, and regulatory authorities.
* Provide accurate and timely project updates, progress reports, and KPI-based performance summaries.
* Build strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
* Lead, mentor, and motivate project teams, site managers, engineers, and support staff.
* Support a high-performance culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
* Identify training and development needs within the team.
Experience & Qualifications
* 5–10+ years' experience as a Project Manager with a main contractor.
* Proven track record delivering medium-to-large construction projects (€10m–€150m+).
* Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
* Strong technical knowledge of modern construction methods, Irish building regulations, BCAR, and industry standards.
* Proficiency with project management software.
* Demonstrated commercial understanding and ability to manage budgets, contracts, and procurement effectively.
Key Competencies
* Leadership and team coordination
* Commercial and contractual awareness
* Strong communication and client-facing skills
* Programme and time management
* Risk identification and mitigation
* Decision-making under pressure
* Quality and detail orientation
* Collaborative and solution-focused mindset
Rewards:
An attractive rewards package, including pension scheme and other benefits will be available to the successful candidates.