Junior Project Manager(Hybrid- Full Time)Location: Naas, Co.
Kildare Role Overview We are hiring a Junior Project Managerto strengthen delivery execution across our team.
In this role, you will: Own delivery of smaller, lower-complexity projects end-to-end Act as the day-to-day project coordinator on some larger projects/ programs led by a Senior PM / Delivery Manager You will coordinate internal teams, track progress, remove friction through follow-ups, and ensure stakeholders have clear visibility onactions, risks, timelines, and next steps.
You will be set up to succeed through structured support, templates, and coaching – while being expected to bring strong organisation, communication, and a "get it done" mindset.
This role is designed for someone with1–3 years' experiencewho wants to build a strong project management foundation through structured exposure to delivery, governance, and stakeholder coordination, with coaching from experienced PMs.
What you will be responsible for1) Delivery ownership (for smaller projects)Build and maintain project documents for assigned projects Keep stakeholders aligned on Project scope, milestones, dependencies, timelines, budgets, etc.
including both internal and external stakeholders Run project cadence: kick-off, weekly check-ins, action tracking, and delivery closure Identify risks early, propose mitigation actions, and escalate appropriately Coordinate internal resourcing needs (availability, allocations, upcoming demand) and escalate constraints to the Senior PM/Delivery Manager2) Project coordination (for larger projects)Support Senior PMs/Delivery Managers by owning execution hygiene: Action logs, RAID, Decision tracking, and follow-ups Coordinate with internal resources across teams Keep workstreams aligned and ensure commitments are understood and met Maintain clear status reporting (progress, blockers, dependencies, decisions required, burndown, etc.) using agreed templates/ tools3) Stakeholder communication and reporting Create concise updates for internal stakeholders (and sometimes client-facing): Status, Progress, Risks, Decisions needed, upcoming milestones, Invoicing, etc.
Ensure meetings are effective with clear Meeting notes being disseminated: Agenda, Action Items, Owners, Next Steps, etc.
Communicate confidently and professionally, even when chasing updates or raising risks4) Good governance and continuous improvement Use and maintain project templates, trackers, and reporting formats consistently Suggest improvements to make delivery smoother (better tracking, cadence, ways of working)Level of ownership You will own coordination and delivery hygiene (actions, RAID, reporting, meeting cadence).
You will lead smaller projects with oversight.
A Senior PM/Delivery Manager will own overall programme direction, commercial decisions, and senior client escalation What success looks like (first 60–90 days)You are confidently running the delivery "engine" for your assigned projects/workstreams – with regular guidance and checkpoints from a Senior PM/Delivery Manager Stakeholders trust your updates because they're accurate, timely, and clear Risks are surfaced early with options and a recommended path forward You are known for follow-through: nothing slips because it wasn't tracked Required experience (1–3 years)1–3 years experience as a Project Coordinator / Junior Project Manager (or similar role) supporting project delivery and/or assisting senior project managers.
Demonstrated experience supporting delivery across stakeholders/teams (e.g., scheduling, tracking actions, maintaining project documentation, status updates)Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where priorities can shift Required skills Project management fundamentals: basic understanding of project phases, planning, scheduling, and how delivery is tracked.
Team collaboration: ability to work effectively across teams, support others, and reliably follow through on commitments.
Strong Communication: clear, structured, confident written and verbal updates Organisation & Attention to detail: trackers, plans, notes, actions – kept clean and current Ownership mindset: you don't wait to be chased; you drive clarity and progress Stakeholder management: you can coordinate people diplomatically and persistently Delivery fundamentals: understanding of milestones, dependencies, RAID, and reporting cadence Structured problem-solving: able to identify issues early, propose options, and escalate with context and recommendations Nice-to-have (not required)Exposure to Project Management methodologies, Waterfall, Agile, and /or Hybrid Experience maintaining RAID logs / action trackers / status packs Familiarity with Jira/Confluence, MS Project, Excel, Teams, etc Any relevant certification/training (PRINCE2 Foundation, CAPM, Agile fundamentals)Any exposure to project financials (timesheets, invoicing support, budget tracking) is a plus Support you will receive Clear onboarding into how we run projects (templates, standards, reporting cadence).
Regular check-ins and coaching from a Senior PM / Delivery Manager.
Gradual increase in ownership as you build confidence and capability.
Who this role is best suited for You'll thrive here if you have1–3 years of experience in a delivery-adjacent role(e.g., project coordination, PMO support, operations, client support, implementation, business analysis, or team lead) where you've supported delivery throughmeeting cadence, action tracking, stakeholder coordination, and clear status updates.
This role suits someone who wants tostep formally into project managementby taking ownership ofdelivery coordination and project hygiene, while being supported bytemplates, onboarding, and coaching from Senior PMs/Delivery Managers.
You'll do well if you bringstrong communication, organisation, attention to detail, and a proactive "get it done" mindsetfrom day one.
What We Offer You will form part of a high-performance team, working together to deliver projects of national and international importance, changing the way large businesses and governments work.· Incremental Increases in Annual Leave· Digital Doctor Service· Hybrid working· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)· Work remotely abroad – subject to T&Cs· Continuous Professional Development· Education Assistance Programme