Project Manager

Project Manager

Role Introduction:

Applegreen is seeking to recruit a Project Manager who will lead the planning, execution and delivery of multiple projects in Ireland. As a senior member of the Group Developments Team, the candidate will be required to significantly influence and progress the Applegreen Group Developments Team in advancing its vision and capability; “to deliver best-in-class Value and Efficiency in capital developments projects globally”

The role is being created in a growing department within Applegreen that will spend in excess of €500m over the coming years on strategic capital projects. As such, the successful candidate will bring their own initiative to deliver the departments vision, all aligned with the wider Applegreen Vision and Core Values.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong commercial awareness, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prove they have the ability to be a senior leader within the central Group Team that will guide the regional project teams. The role is ideal for someone seeking to scale the organisation and grow their influence on the overall business. The role will report to the Construction Director in Applegreen and while primarily based in the Applegreen Head Office in Parkwest, Dublin, with requirements to travel to construction sites across Ireland. A full driver’s licence is an essential requirement.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Applegreen business evolves, the responsibilities will evolve and change over time. The core responsibilities will centre around the following areas:

• Core responsibility: To deliver construction projects safely to required quality standard, while meeting programme and budget requirements.
• To plan construction activities, manage multiple contractors and influence overall project flow and delivery.
• To works closely with in house design team as well as external design teams.
• To demonstrate high level of safety awareness and demand high standards on all projects.
• To manage site quality control during project execution to meet end user requirements.
• To fully close out the projects, complete snagging, ensure O&M manuals are completed, and successful handover to operation is achieved.
• To work closely with Applegreen commercial team and ensure that projects are delivered within the allocated budget.
• To provide valuable input to quantity surveyor during tender reviews, contractor appointments, package negotiations and selection of the preferred contractor / supplier
• Attend site meetings across the regions as the client representative
• Assist discussions/negotiations with various external consultants and other stakeholders.
• Maximise the development value of the projects whilst maintaining high level quality design

The Candidate should have the following:

Education, Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in engineering, construction management or similar discipline required.
• Hold a minimum of 5 years relevant experience with previous responsibility for managing construction project; managing site safety and quality; and managing multiple contractors.

Additional Key Skills & Attributes:

• A dynamic individual who is adaptable and can thrive in a fast paced and rapidly growing organisation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven track record of performing within a high performing team,
• Ability to deliver outcomes and progress whilst balancing resources, costs, scope, risk and timescales.
• Strategic thinker who has the ability to execute directly at high quality and pace.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated with experience delivering to deadlines.
• A highly organised individual with ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively for maximum impact and adapt around changing priorities as required.
• Excellent drive, enthusiasm and commitment and a keen interest in developing a career in Applegreen.
• A positive attitude with an open mind to working outside of their comfort zone.
• Strong commercial acumen and a focus on delivering value and return to the business.
• Has sound judgement and objective logical decision-making skills.
• Willing to travel as required and be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of this role.
• A hunger and determination to progress within the organisation and advance themselves personally.

Illustrative Application & Screening Process (subject to change):

Application Process:

• Please submit an up-to-date tailored CV (max 2 pages) and cover letter

Interview & Selection Process:

• Two interview rounds will be required for this role