Design Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

GMC Utilities Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities company in Ireland is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead water infrastructure projects. You will manage design processes, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure technical designs meet client and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, and strong leadership skills. Join a company committed to quality and safety in infrastructure development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in water infrastructure design.
• Proven experience with Irish Water standards.
• Strong knowledge of design software.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design process for water infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate design teams and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and review technical designs and documentation.

Skills

Project management skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

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The Design Project Manager (Water/Wastewater) will lead the design and coordination of water infrastructure projects, ensuring that all technical designs meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and project timelines. This role involves managing multidisciplinary design teams, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle from concept design to construction handover.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design process for water infrastructure projects, including pipelines, pumping stations, reservoirs, and treatment facilities.
• Coordinate internal and external design teams, ensuring compliance with project specifications, Irish Water standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and review technical designs, drawings, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and constructability.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors to integrate design and construction activities.
• Conduct design risk assessments, ensuring health, safety, and environmental considerations are met.
• Manage project design schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure on-time project delivery.
• Support tendering and bid processes by preparing technical documentation and design inputs.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships with clients, local authorities, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in water infrastructure design and project management.
• Proven experience delivering projects in line with Irish Water or similar utility standards.
• Strong knowledge of design software and tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or equivalent.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

About GMC / Our Values

GMC is an equal opportunity employer, and we aim to recruit and retain like-minded people from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of expertise. We foster a work culture that promotes collaboration and learning, building an environment where our people can maximise their potential while gaining opportunities to develop.

Our core value is to Focus on the Future. Since 1981, GMC has grown to be Ireland's leading Civils and Utilities company. Our growth reflects the confidence our customers place in our service delivery and our culture of safety and quality. We are committed to developing our footprint in Ireland and overseas while ensuring that our decisions contribute to people’s quality of life and the infrastructure of tomorrow, today.