BackgroundVeolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.Project Manager (Proposals) – Water/Wastewater SectorContract Duration/Type: PermanentLocation: KilkennyHybrid/Onsite: HybridWorking Pattern (Time/Hours): Monday-Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pmOverview of the RoleThe Project Manager (Proposals) will be responsible for leading, developing and managing a team to deliver competitive and accurate Water & Wastewater DB/DBO cost proposals. The role will involve liaising, negotiation and relationship management with our clients in a collaborative manner whilst protecting the interest of Veolia at all stages. The role will also involve working closely with supply chain, partners, subcontractors and internal teams (engineering, proposals, contracts, procurement etc.) to ensure that competitive tenders are delivered successfully and on a timely basis.Duties of the RoleLead and manage a portfolio of proposalsLead and manage a team of engineers involved in developing costs & solutionsOwnership of commercial and technical aspects of the proposals processCollaborative interaction with the clients to develop cost modelsPlaying an integral part in the design and engineering development processCollaborative interaction with delivery team to ensure lessons learned are applied and peer reviews are carried out in a timely mannerCollaborative interaction and management of supply partners and supply chain during target cost development phaseDeveloping accurate and competitive target costsEvaluation and selection of suitable partners, technologies, equipment and vendors including sourcing alternative vendorsEnsuring that all risks are clearly identified and that costs and responsibilities are clearly apportioned and documented and agreeProgram of works with partnersAdhere to all internal Governance proceduresRequired Skills for this RoleAccredited NFQ Level 8 Honors Bachelor Degree in relevant discipline5+ years relevant post qualification experience in the tender or execution of water/wastewater engineering projects (more experienced candidates will be considered)Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment industryExtensive knowledge of current market conditionsHighly organised and efficientStrong problem solving skillsNumerate and highly computer literateAnalytical and visionary mind‑setEffective time management and communication skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work under pressure whilst ensuring deadlines are metSelf‑sustaining engineer/manager with ability to effectively work as part of a team and on own initiativeA proven commitment to continued professional developmentCustomer focusedSelf‑motivatedFlexibleCompetent user of Microsoft OfficeAdditional InformationIf you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland. If you are a non‑EU/EEA national, you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland. Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining green‑card permits, work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.
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