Section Manager – Major Pharmaceutical Facility Expansion

County Westmeath, Ireland
€80000 p.a.
Site Management
Posted 1 hour ago
Job title: Section Manager – Major Pharmaceutical Facility Expansion
Location: Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Company: Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor
Package: €80,000 – €85,000 + car allowance, pension & benefits

The Company
This leading Tier 1 main contractor has a strong track record delivering major construction projects across Ireland, including large-scale commercial, industrial, residential, pharmaceutical, fit-out and refurbishment developments.
With a major pharmaceutical facility expansion underway in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, they are now looking to strengthen the site management team with an experienced Section Manager.

The Role: Section Manager
As Section Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of your section of the project.
You will manage subcontractors, forepersons and site teams while coordinating health & safety, quality, logistics, programme, labour, plant and resources.
Working closely with the Project Manager, you will ensure construction activities and finishing trades are properly sequenced to maintain programme, maximise quality and minimise rework.

Must Have Requirements
  • 7+ years’ site management experience
  • Previous experience as a Section Manager, Site Manager or similar construction management role
  • Experience across commercial, industrial, residential, fit-out or refurbishment construction
  • Strong subcontractor and site team management experience
  • Good knowledge of construction programmes, sequencing, HSEQ and quality control
Preferred Experience
  • Pharmaceutical, life sciences or industrial project experience beneficial
  • Tier 1 or established main contractor experience preferred
  • Experience managing significant sections or packages on large construction projects beneficial
  • Strong site logistics and trade coordination experience
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage subcontractors, forepersons and site teams across your section of works
  • Coordinate construction activities in line with the overall project programme
  • Manage HSEQ requirements and ensure company procedures are maintained
  • Oversee quality control and ensure works meet drawings and specifications
  • Coordinate site logistics, deliveries and traffic management
  • Plan and sequence trades to maximise productivity and minimise rework
  • Monitor labour, plant, resources and site overheads
  • Work closely with the Project Manager and wider construction team to achieve production targets
About You
You will be an experienced construction professional with a strong background in site management and the ability to take ownership of a significant section of works.
should be comfortable managing subcontractors, forepersons and site teams while coordinating programme, logistics, health & safety and quality.
You will be organised, delivery-focused and capable of working closely with the Project Manager and wider site team to keep works progressing safely and efficiently.

What’s on Offer
Salary: €80,000 – €85,000 DOE
Benefits:
  • Car allowance
  • Pension scheme
  • Professional subscription support
  • Additional company benefits
  • Continued professional development
  • Increased responsibility as your career develops
  • Long-term career progression with a leading Tier 1 main contractor
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Section Manager or Site Manager looking to work on a major pharmaceutical construction project in Athlone.
You will join an established Tier 1 main contractor with responsibility for a significant section of works and the opportunity to further develop your experience on a technically demanding project.
The company offers a strong package alongside professional development and genuine opportunities to progress into more senior site management positions.

How to Apply
Contact Cathal Canavan at Breagh Recruitment for a confidential discussion regarding this Section Manager position.
Email: cathal@breaghrecruitment.com
Phone: +35315314345

Why Breagh Recruitment?
Breagh Recruitment specialises in Section Manager, Site Manager and construction management roles across the Irish construction market.
We work with leading main contractors delivering pharmaceutical, commercial, industrial, residential and major construction projects throughout Ireland.
If you are a Section Manager, Site Manager, Senior Site Manager or construction professional looking for your next position in the Midlands, we can discuss opportunities suited to your experience.
Section Manager, Site Manager, Senior Site Manager, Construction Manager, General Foreman
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