Fingleton White provide multidiscipline engineering services for the energy industry. We provide a full range of design, construction and commissioning services and are active across many sectors including Renewables, Gas Networks, Water, Energy & Utilities, and Asset Management. The company is responsible for planning and development of some of the most significant projects in the energy sector in Ireland. We have 8 offices across Ireland, Northern Ireland and England with over 200 staff.
Who We Are….
We have a proven track record of delivering lasting solutions which we design based on a first principles approach. Our priority is to get the engineering fundamentals right.
Fingleton White is a company that has been built on sustainability. Our very first project was a hydroelectric power station. Over our 40-year history, we have developed our own projects which have delivered CO2 emissions savings of well over 2 million tonnes. We are focussed on reducing our carbon footprint and having a positive impact on our environment and communities through our biodiversity initiatives, our energy efficiency programmes and implementing sustainable development targets.
Our Projects….
Achieving zero carbon will require a diverse range of solutions and approaches. Our clients require individualised pathways to ensure they can achieve CO2 reductions in a cost-effective manner that reflects their specific business needs and goals. Fingleton White is a key solution
provider in this complex journey. We are delivering renewables projects, carbon reduction projects, energy efficiency upgrades and improvements for our clients.
Our People….
Our people are our only asset and are our USP. Our people are key to everything we do. Business and client requirements are constantly changing, it is essential that we provide the tools to allow our team to develop their skills and expertise to match these demands. We challenge our engineers to develop and progress within the organisation. Our Development and Progression Framework details how people can develop within their roles and progress their career within the organisation.
Fingleton White is an Engineers Ireland's CPD Accredited Employer and we have systems in place to provide employees with targeted training and experience relevant to their grade. We will provide you with all the training you need, exposure to projects, responsibility and real experience to maximise your talents
The Role: Senior Project Manager – REF 2631
We are recruiting a Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of high-complexity projects and/or a portfolio of projects across the business.
A Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading high-complexity projects and/or a portfolio of design projects, while developing internal project management capability, driving project management excellence, and providing leadership support to PMO operations including acting PMO Lead cover when required.
The role requires strong leadership across project governance, commercial management, contract management, risk management, stakeholder engagement and multidisciplinary team coordination. The Senior Project Manager will act as a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders and will support the development of project management capability across the organisation.
This role is suited to an experienced Project Manager who can lead complex delivery environments, support sector growth, mentor others, and contribute to continuous improvement in project management practice.
The responsibilities for the role are as follows:
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Lead the successful delivery of high-complexity projects and/or a portfolio of projects
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Manage project delivery in line with the Fingleton White Project Management Procedure and internal governance requirements.
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Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams to ensure scope, programme, budget, quality and resourcing requirements are clearly defined and actively managed.
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Provide temporary leadership cover for the PMO Lead role when required, overseeing PMO operations, coordinating PMO resources, supporting PMO staff, and ensuring continuity of project governance, reporting and project management support services during periods of absence.
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Provide strong contract management, including management and negotiation of change, compensation events, variations and contractual risks.
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Management and control of project budgets, programmes, and resourcing
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Lead stakeholder engagement with clients, contractors, suppliers, internal teams and governance bodies.
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Identify, manage and escalate project risks and opportunities, ensuring effective mitigation plans are in place.
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Support company growth, business development and tendering activity, including preparation or review of tender information, cost estimates, programmes and project delivery inputs
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Mentor, coach and support Project Managers, Project Coordinators and other team members to build project management capability.
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Support continuous improvement of project management tools, templates, reporting, governance and ways of working.
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Act as a senior escalation point for Project Managers, Project Coordinators and Project Administrators, providing guidance and support on project delivery, governance, commercial management and stakeholder challenges.
The location for this role will be in Portlaoise office.
The Candidate….
The ideal candidate will have:
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Level 8/9 qualification in Project Management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline, or commensurate industry experience.
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8+ years’ relevant project delivery experience, ideally within engineering, infrastructure, utilities, energy or a similarly complex project environment.
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Professional project management qualification or membership, such as APM, PMP, PRINCE2 or similar, or working towards same.
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Strong leadership, ownership and accountability for project and portfolio delivery.
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A client-focused approach, with the ability to build trust and communicate clearly.
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Strong commercial acumen, including experience managing project budgets, forecasts, contract change, cost control and revenue performance.
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Experience in contract management, with experience in NEC 4 or similar contract forms desirable.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging clients and stakeholders at different levels of responsibility.
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Strong understanding of project governance frameworks, reporting requirements and internal procedures.
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Ability to mentor others and contribute to the development of project management capability across the business
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Strong understanding of PMO operations, project governance, portfolio reporting, resource management and project management assurance processes.
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Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project/P6 and other project management systems, including VantagePoint or similar tools
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Full driving license and own transport required
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Fluent written and spoken English is essential
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Good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
What we offer….
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An attractive remuneration package.
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Bonus scheme
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Career progression in line with published plan and educational support
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Year on year salary reviews
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Paid Paternity & Maternity Leave
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Continuous Professional Development & Pathway to Chartership.
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Life Assurance
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Hybrid Working (remote and office) & Flexible Working Policy
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Group pension scheme with employer contribution
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Professional Certifications, pathways to become a Chartered Project Professional
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Staff wellness programmes
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Participation in ESG activities such as sustainability initiatives, biodiversity committee, STEPS to Engineering, Women in Engineering initiative
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Staff social outings
How to apply….
Please provide us with a CV which includes all relevant information including education details. A cover letter should also be included as part of your application detailing why the role and location are of interest to you.
