NexVentur is hiring an experienced Construction Manager (Water) to join our clients’ team, a well-established Civil & Utilities contractor, based in the East of Ireland.
The successful candidate will lead delivery on key water infrastructure projects. This is a permanent role within our Operations Department, working on contracts for Irish Water and other key utility clients. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex water-related civil engineering projects.

This role involves managing multidisciplinary design teams, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle from concept design to construction handover.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer, who aims to recruit and retain like-minded people from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of expertise.

Role and responsibilities

• Oversee all construction activities across multiple water infrastructure projects, ensuring they
• are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers with a strong focus on quality and
• productivity.
• Ensure strict adherence to Irish Water standards and specifications across all project stages.
• Lead Health & Safety initiatives and ensure compliance with company and legal standards on
• all sites.
• Oversee all elements of civil works, particularly water mains installation, pipelines, reservoirs,
• and pumping stations.
• Collaborate with design, planning, and environmental teams to identify risks and implement
• appropriate solutions.
• Ensure site records, contract documentation, and project progress reporting are accurate and
• up to date.
• Manage and monitor budgets, materials, and timelines for optimal performance.
• Support handover processes and liaise with clients and local authorities.
• Promote our clients’ values, including quality, safety, environmental responsibility, and customer service.

Qualifications, skills & experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent construction experience (essential).
• At least 5 years’ experience managing civil or utilities projects, ideally water-related.
• Experience in the installation of large-diameter water mains, pipelines, or water infrastructure works is highly desirable.
• Full clean driver’s license (essential).
• Strong knowledge of Irish Water specifications and standards is a significant advantage.
• Previous experience as a Civil Foreman or Site Manager welcomed.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Benefits

• Salary €90,000 – €100,000
• Full time
• Company car, fuel card, pension, vehicle + fuel, toll tag

What’s Next

If you are interested in this role, please apply through the link.

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