Job Title: Senior WLAN Project Lead
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Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Project Manager to lead the rollout of a significant Building upgrade projects, starting with a WLAN infrastructure upgrade across healthcare facilities in the Galway area.
This is a pivotal role contributing to the delivery of safe, modern, and connected healthcare environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the planning, design, and implementation of the WLAN upgrade programme across acute and non-acute sites in Galway.
The project involves planning and designing the new network to ensure optimal coverage and support for various applications. Site surveys will be conducted to determine the optimal placement of access points and any necessary cabling requirements.
The Senior WLAN Project Lead will oversee multidisciplinary teams, external consultants, and contractors to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to a high standard. They will also liaise with stakeholders across IT, Estates, Clinical, and Operational units to define requirements and coordinate implementation.
The role requires strong technical knowledge of building infrastructure, ICT systems integration, and estates project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to manage high-value, multi-stakeholder projects in a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the planning, design, and implementation of the WLAN upgrade programme
* Oversee multidisciplinary teams, external consultants, and contractors
* Liaise with stakeholders across IT, Estates, Clinical, and Operational units
* Manage all aspects of procurement, regulatory compliance, commissioning, budgeting, reporting, and risk management
* Ensure integration of WLAN infrastructure with existing and planned healthcare service delivery models
Required Skills and Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
* A Level 8 (or higher) QQI qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or full Chartered Membership of Engineers Ireland (or equivalent)
* A minimum of 7 years' experience in project management, design, construction, or building services in complex environments
* Strong technical knowledge of building infrastructure, ICT systems integration, and estates project delivery
* Proven ability to manage high-value, multi-stakeholder projects in a regulated environment
Benefits
The successful candidate will benefit from:
* Leading a high-impact digital transformation project with real benefits for patients and staff
* Working within a dynamic, multidisciplinary estates team shaping the future of healthcare infrastructure in Ireland
* Career progression and CPD within a large public service organisation
* Contributing to a sustainable, energy-efficient, and digitally enabled health estate
Others
Access to reliable transport is essential as the role involves travel between sites in the Galway region.