Mechanical Project Manager

Designer Group is a leading international provider of mechanical and electrical engineering solutions, delivering complex, high-value projects across a range of sectors. With 1,000+ colleagues across Ireland, Europe, Africa, and South America, we are committed to safety, innovation, and excellence in everything we do.

We’re growing fast and we’re hiring a Mechanical Project Manager for a Project in Littleconnell, Kildare.

Why join us?

✔ Work on a high-profile, complex project with a leading international business

✔ Be part of a supportive, ambitious team culture

✔ Benefit from real career progression in a growing international business

✔ Help us build a more sustainable and energy-efficient world

The Opportunity

As Mechanical Project Manager, you’ll take full ownership of assigned projects – ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll lead a team of site managers, engineers, quantity surveyors and specialists, coordinating resources and driving performance throughout the project lifecycle.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and managing project delivery end-to-end
• Managing commercial performance alongside the Project QS
• Coordinating procurement of subcontractors, plant and materials
• Driving safety, compliance, and quality on site
• Issuing weekly project progress reports (incl. RFIs, procurement status, critical issues)
• Overseeing design development and value engineering
• Chairing project meetings with design teams and subcontractors
• Maintaining strong client relationships and supporting new business opportunities

Requirements

• 5–10 years’ experience in a mechanical project management role, ideally within M&E contracting
• Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
• High attention to detail and a commitment to safe delivery
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Fluency in English is essential