Semi - State Construction Manager - Cork

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We are currently assisting a semi - state organisation with their recruitment processes for this role.

Your new role

The Construction Manager role offers the successful candidate an excellent opportunity to oversee a diverse portfolio of high-profile residential and regeneration projects across Ireland throughout the full development life cycle. Working as part of the wider construction team and reporting directly to the Head of Construction, this position plays a key role in the successful delivery of the organisation's growing project pipeline.


Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Join a growing team of development professionals, reporting to the Construction Lead, and take ownership of a diverse portfolio of residential and mixed-use development projects.
• Lead projects through the construction phase while supporting Development Managers during planning, design development, and pre-construction stages.
• Manage multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring effective coordination of technical, programme, and budget requirements.
• Plan, organise, and oversee all project activities to ensure successful delivery against agreed objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, development partners, utility providers, consultants, and contractors.
• Develop and manage detailed project programmes, ensuring key milestones are achieved and projects are delivered on schedule.
• Take overall responsibility for project delivery, providing leadership, technical expertise, and effective project management throughout the full development life cycle.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations across all consultant and contractor appointments.
• Monitor planning conditions and regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and statutory obligations.
• Manage and coordinate large-scale main contractors, specialist subcontractors, and consultant teams throughout project delivery.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of planning permissions, Fire Safety Certificate applications, and Disability Access Certificate applications.
• Establish project-specific delivery strategies and programmes, identifying critical milestones and project risks.
• Apply strong commercial awareness to identify value engineering opportunities and drive efficiencies through design, procurement, and construction methodologies.
• Collaborate closely with the wider organisation's teams to ensure the successful delivery of project work streams and overall project objectives.
• Lead and contribute to design development and tender processes for large-scale residential and regeneration projects.
• Assist in the development and implementation of investment cases, development strategies, and delivery plans across a range of project types.
• Manage project budgets, cash flows, programmes, and progress reporting, ensuring transparency and effective governance.
• Liaise with internal departments and stakeholders across the organisation to progress projects efficiently through each stage of development and construction.

What you'll need to succeed

• The successful candidate for the role will have at least 5 years' construction management experience.
• Hold a recognised degree level qualification in the construction/ development sector
• Excellent relationship management skills (both internal and external)
• Strong development management skills, with a proven relevant track record
• Strong knowledge of the Irish planning, development and construction sector
• Knowledge of public procurement is a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of project viability an advantage.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will join an organisation that will play an essential role in delivering some of Ireland's most critical infrastructure over the coming decades. The organisation is committed to excellence, with a strong focus on continuous learning, professional development, and long-term career progression.

You will collaborate with and lead a high-performing team of construction, commercial, and development professionals who are passionate about delivering meaningful impact. The role offers a competitive salary, depending on experience, along with hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance. While primarily office-based, the role includes site visits as required.

Standard working hours are under 40 per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility where appropriate. Additional benefits include a discretionary performance bonus, industry-leading employer pension contributions, and significant opportunities for advancement within a purpose-driven and rapidly growing organisation.

This is more than just a job – it is a long-term career opportunity with real purpose and national significance.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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