Project Lead

Project Lead - Blanchardstown, Dublin 15

Overview

Our client is Europe's premier dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering comprehensive turnkey solutions from initial design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, they manage major projects across Europe and have established themselves as the most trusted name in their sector.

They are currently seeking an experienced Project Lead to join their project team based in Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. The Project Lead takes full responsibility for the overall management and successful execution of the project, guaranteeing it is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This position requires robust leadership, strong commercial acumen, technical expertise, and effective stakeholder communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage overall project cost, schedule, and budget from inception through to completion.
• Oversee and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure the seamless execution of all project activities.
• Analyse, track, and manage critical milestone activities to prevent schedule delays and secure timely delivery.
• Review and evaluate construction proposals, pricing structures, and scopes of work.
• Lead and facilitate client meetings alongside other essential project coordination gatherings.
• Monitor and report on variables influencing construction costs, generating data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Apply knowledge of construction procurement methods and manage long-lead equipment delivery schedules.
• Review, validate, and audit cost estimates prepared by subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Support engineering and design decisions regarding cost and budget adjustments during design-build changes.
• Track and verify equipment availability against the project schedule.
• Coordinate and oversee scheduling consultant reviews, ensuring integration with project controls.
• Review and approve invoices, payment applications, and retention payments.
• Manage the client handover process, including close-out documentation, warranties, and final deliverables.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other core project management tools.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and coordinate multidisciplinary project activities.
• Commercially astute, backed by a strong grasp of project financial management and cost control.
• Capable of performing under pressure to meet demanding schedules while upholding the highest quality and safety standards.

Benefits

• The opportunity to work for a market leader in the data centre industry.
• Hands-on involvement with large-scale data centre projects.
• A collaborative and supportive team-working environment.
• Full support for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• A competitive salary package.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer.