Project Design Manager - Pre Construction - Tier 1

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
€90000 p.a.
Project Management
Posted 1 minute ago
€90,000 plus package.
One of Irelands largest Contractors .
Major Infrastructure and building projects.

Are you ready to take the lead with one of Irelands largest Contractors.


This is your opportunity to manage the day-to-day operations of some of Irelands most high-profile infrastructure projects. Be part of a team with deep roots in Irish civil engineering and make a tangible impact on the urban landscape of Ireland.

Whether your expertise lies in heavy civils, groundworks, or infrastructure leadership, this role offers you the chance to take charge of a €multi-million development that will shape the future of the city.

The Role:

Project Manager:

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will take ultimate responsibility for the successful delivery of a flagship infrastructure project. You’ll be working in tandem with design and construction teams to ensure that all aspects of project execution meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead all aspects of the project lifecycle from tender to handover.

  • Drive project performance through strategic planning and day-to-day oversight.

  • Interface directly with clients and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and issue resolution.

  • Monitor cost control and demonstrate commercial acumen throughout.

  • Mentor project teams, providing leadership across technical and regulatory requirements.

  • Chair meetings, manage sub-consultants and design teams, and coordinate with site personnel.

  • Ensure timely production of design documentation and compliance with contract specifications.

  • Deliver the project on time, within budget, and to required standards.


Design Management Focus: In addition to operational leadership, you’ll also play a key role in managing and coordinating design outputs, particularly at the tender and pre-construction stages. Your ability to guide design consultants, contribute to material selection, and lead value engineering initiatives will be instrumental in driving innovation and project success.

Design Management Duties Include:
  • Overseeing design consultants and subcontractors to align design output with construction requirements.

  • Supporting early-stage project planning and D&B contract understanding.

  • Implementing structured design management processes and tools.

  • Leading design meetings and ensuring accurate documentation workflows.

  What You'll Bring: Experience & Skills:
  • 7+ years in construction management, ideally with public realm or infrastructure projects.

  • Background in heavy civils or groundworks.

  • An academic qualification in Engineering or Construction Management.

  • Demonstrated experience in pre-construction, design, and tender stages.

  • Strong commercial understanding and cost control capabilities.

  • Proficiency in project planning tools and common digital environments.

  • Experience with contract management software is advantageous.

  What’s On Offer:
  • Salary: Approx.€90,000 DOE

  • Benefits: Vehicle, fuel allowance, pension, bonus

  • Flexibility: Office/site hybrid structure with a professional and organised team

  • Impact: Be a pivotal figure in one of Ireland’s most significant civil projects

  Interested? Let’s Talk. Call Phil 015314345 to discuss if this is the right challenge for you.

Or click Apply to send your CV directly to philip@breaghrecruitment.com.


Whether you’re a seasoned Project Manager or a Design Manager ready to take the next step, this role combines leadership, technical expertise, and a real chance to make an impact on Irelands future.
 

About Breagh Recruitment: Breagh Recruitment are the go-to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves on flexibility, integrity, and delivering results with a bit of good old common sense.
We recruit key roles including Project Managers, Site Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Civil Engineers, Health & Safety Managers, and more.

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