Assistant Project Manager (Civil Engineering)

Assistant Project Manager – Wastewater Above Ground Programme (Civil Engineering)
Location: Nationwide, Ireland
Duration: 2 years plus
Sector: Civil Engineering / Water Industry

Are you a skilled Civil or Environmental Engineering professional with experience in the wastewater sector? This is an exciting opportunity to work as an Assistant Project Manager on a Wastewater Above Ground Programme for Uisce Eireann. This exciting opportunity involves managing projects related to constructed wetlands; phosphorus removal; chemical safety; inlet works, storm and sludge; energy efficiency; HSQE; and pressure vessels etc.

WPR is partnering with a global consultancy who has an established relationship with Uisce Éireann (Irish Water) for the delivery of essential water and wastewater network projects. Due to the recent awarding of a major contract in the Wastewater Above Ground Programme, we are seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to join the team based anywhere in Ireland and report to the Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

As a key member of the Engineering Wastewater Team, your duties will include:

• Project and Budget Management: Oversee the day-to-day planning, design progress, and construction management of wastewater network projects, liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lifecycle Representation: Represent the employer throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to completion.
• Feasibility and Planning: Produce feasibility studies, option appraisals, cost plans, and business cases.
• Collaborative Design: Work with other design team members in an integrated approach.
• Procurement Management: Prepare contract documents, drawings, and specifications for procurement.
• Construction Monitoring: Manage project progress against the program, monitor costs, and ensure quality assurance during the construction phase.

Key Attributes and Experience:

• Qualifications: A third-level qualification in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ project management experience in civil engineering, with a preference for experience in the water or wastewater sector.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills, particularly in report writing and client liaison, contract administration is desirable.
• Technical Knowledge: A working knowledge of AutoCAD is advantageous.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the chance to contribute to a major initiative in the Wastewater Above Ground Programme. You’ll be part of an established team and gain exposure to a wide variety of wastewater network and infrastructure projects. If you have a passion for civil engineering, specifically in the water / wastewater sector, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Interested?
If you are excited about this Assistant Project Manager position and meet the qualifications, please apply now via the button above. Our team will be in touch to discuss the role and your suitability.

For more information, contact Anne or Michael at Wellington Professional Recruitment

This role is advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd., an Employment Agency acting on behalf of our client. All communications will be conducted with confidentiality.

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