Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

One of our long standing clients is seeking an ambitious Project Manager to join their growing team in Belfast on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a client‑facing role and contribute to major UK & Ireland infrastructure programmes across a variety of sectors including rail.

You’ll be joining a consultancy known for delivering excellence, building long‑term relationships, and supporting career development at every stage.

You will play a key part in delivering high‑quality project management services across the full lifecycle, including:

• Project & programme delivery – Ensuring best‑practice standards from inception to completion.
• Client advisory – Providing guidance on cost, programme, risks and issues.
• Team leadership – Managing multi‑disciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
• Stakeholder engagement – Leading communication with clients and key stakeholders.
• Reporting – Producing monthly reports, programmes, risk registers and progress updates.
• Communication tools – Implementing efficient systems to support project delivery.
• Delivery planning – Developing robust plans and ensuring targets are met.
• Continuous improvement – Challenging existing processes and driving performance.

This role will suit a graduate with 2-3 years’ experience, a junior/assistant project manager, or someone from a construction or consultancy background looking to progress. You should bring:

• APM/RICS qualification (working towards or achieved).
• Experience leading teams in a multi‑disciplinary environment.
• Strong PM best‑practice knowledge.
• Pre & post‑contract understanding and ability to deliver full‑lifecycle services.
• Commercial awareness-essential for this role.
• NEC contract knowledge or awareness.
• Experience in civil engineering, rail, water, highways, or aviation is highly desirable.

This position offers an excellent platform for a motivated individual looking to advance their career within a respected consultancy environment. The company promotes a strong work/life balance, provides a competitive salary and benefits package, and has a robust pipeline of projects – giving you the opportunity to develop your skills, take on increasing responsibility, and grow professionally within a supportive team.