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At John Paul Construction, we see every project as a chance to build on past successes. To support this vision, we recruit top industry talent, promote collaboration, and embrace innovation and cutting-edge technology.

As part of our ongoing growth, we are hiring a Project Manager. Initially, this role will be based on a new project in South Dublin.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including Commercial, Pharmaceutical, Mission Critical, Residential, Industrial, and more.

Key responsibilities:

Delivery:

  • Responsible for the Management, Coordination & Execution of the full Project Scope of works or an identified scope of works or package of works on a Project, including the delivery of all such designated site activities, whilst meeting the project objectives set out for H&S, Design, Technical, Quality, Program and Commercial.

    Team:

  • Lead, manage and motivate their team members, driving a high-performance culture through developing people to their full potential.

  • Develop, maintain and foster collaborative relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and all other project stakeholders.

    Thinking:

  • Seek and promote continuous improvement & best practice across their team and the wider project team, including exploring new methods, approaches and technologies to improve project delivery.

  • Execute ongoing short to medium term effective project planning to mitigate project risks and deliver on stakeholder expectations.

    Specific Requirements

  • Relevant Third level Degree in Engineering

  • 7+ years post-qualification experience

  • Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager running large projects particularly with refurbishment and fit-out projects

  • It is also preferable that candidates have worked their way up through the ranks with a main building contractor

  • Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills

    Package
    As a permanent John Paul Construction employee, you can benefit from*:
    Competitive Salary, Company Vehicle or Travel Allowance, Relocation Allowance (where applicable), Company Laptop, Company phone, Pension, Life insurance, Income Protection, Continuous Professional Development (CPD), Access to Lifestyle Benefits (such as Bike to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Sports & Social Club) and many more.
    We fully embrace the right of all employees to work in an environment that ensures equal opportunity and treatment with dignity and respect.
    *Benefits may be role dependent and/or certain T&C’s apply

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