Senior Project Manager; Ireland PMCM Rail

As a Senior Project Manager within WSP’s PMCM Rail team in Ireland, you will lead the delivery of complex rail projects of regional and national significance. These include heavy rail, light rail and metro schemes that play a critical role in Ireland’s future transport infrastructure. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, to a high standard of quality, on programme and within budget.

You will proactively manage requirements, budgets, schedules and risk, influence multi‑disciplinary teams and bring strong technical capability, clear communication and a collaborative, problem‑solving approach.

You will work closely with key Irish clients and partners such as Iarnród Éireann, the National Transport Authority (NTA), Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), Luas operators and local authorities. Delivery will be managed from WSP offices, client offices and site locations, depending on project needs. Our culture actively supports work‑life balance and encourages flexible working arrangements. You will be based in one of our modern offices in Naas, Dublin or Belfast, with an expectation of working in the office at least three days per week to support collaboration.

Site visits will form part of the role as required.

• Coordinating multidisciplinary teams through project meetings and target‑led workshops, ensuring critical issues are resolved promptly and projects meet safety, functional and regulatory requirements.
• Establishing robust project management processes and governance in collaboration with client teams.
• Acting as the principal point of contact for clients throughout design and construction phases.
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships through effective communication and influencing skills.
• Producing monthly project reports, forecasts and data‑led insights to provide clarity on project performance to senior stakeholders.
• Leading engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, local authorities and community groups.
• Chairing project meetings, presentations and progress reviews.
• Managing stakeholder expectations and responding to concerns effectively.
• Managing contracts in accordance with agreed rules of engagement, including NEC3/NEC
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• Managing project budgets, cost forecasting, change control and financial performance.
• Managing change, risk and delay events, ensuring appropriate mitigations are implemented.
• Proactively managing early warnings, RFIs and communications to reduce risk and support successful project delivery.

• Strong safety leadership, driving compliance with Irish safety legislation and regulations, including Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP) and Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS) duties where applicable.
• A commitment to environmentally responsible project delivery aligned with WSP’s sustainability values.
• Proven experience defining project scope, objectives and deliverables with clients and stakeholders.
• The ability to develop and manage detailed project plans covering programme, budget, resources and risk.
• Accountability for project performance, identifying issues early and implementing corrective actions.
• A track record of delivering complex rail or transport infrastructure projects in Ireland or comparable regulated environments.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary design and construction teams on client‑side or consultancy‑led commissions.
• A degree in a relevant discipline such as engineering, construction management, project management or a related field.
• Chartered status with, or working towards membership of, a relevant professional body (such as Engineers Ireland, APM, PMA).
• Project management qualifications (APM, PMI, PRINCE2, MSP, Six Sigma) are advantageous.
• NEC4 Project Manager accreditation is highly desirable.
• A collaborative, curious and solutions‑focused mindset, with a strong client‑service ethic.

At WSP, we offer strong support for personal development and progression, both locally and across WSP’s global business, including opportunities to gain or progress professional project management qualifications.

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