An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager (Senior Executive Officer level) to join a high-performing public sector organisation. This is a key middle management role offering exposure to strategic capital investment decisions and involvement in high-profile projects that enhance the higher education landscape. Reporting to a Senior Manager, the successful candidate will play a central role in delivering programmes and driving impactful project outcomes.
For You:
Location: Dublin 4
Contract: Fixed-term Until January 2027
Key Responsibilities
Project & Programme Delivery
Manage or support projects across the full lifecycle, from concept to implementation
Oversee delivery of capital projects in collaboration with higher education stakeholders
Monitor performance of external service providers and delivery partners
Ensure alignment of project design, tender documentation, and delivery with requirements
Assess and review investment proposals and support decision-making processes
Financial & Strategic Oversight
Support project appraisal processes, including business cases and financial analysis
Ensure compliance with national policy, planning, and procurement frameworks
Monitor and report on programme expenditure and financial performance
Prepare regular progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
Manage funding processes including requisitions, disbursement, and profiling
Systems, Processes & Strategy
Contribute to the development and improvement of systems, procedures, and guidance
Support strategic planning and programme delivery initiatives
Maintain accurate and up-to-date programme data and reporting systems
Stakeholder & Team Engagement
Collaborate with internal teams, senior leadership, and external partners
Support and mentor junior team members
Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment
Additional Duties
Participate in broader projects and initiatives as required
Undertake additional responsibilities assigned by senior management
Requirements
Minimum Level 7 degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Engineering, Surveying, Project Management, Finance, Economics or similar)
Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience, ideally within construction, capital investment, or project delivery environments
Strong project management and organisational skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Experience working independently and taking ownership of projects
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate and challenge data
Desirable
Knowledge of capital investment frameworks, infrastructure guidelines, or climate-related policies
Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMI or equivalent)
Understanding of procurement and compliance requirements
Experience with reporting/visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)
Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Project, ArcGIS, or AutoCAD
Key Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Future Planning
Evidence-Based Decision Making
Leadership & Team Development
Effective Communication & Collaboration
For more information please apply through the link provided for the attention of Megan Murray If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
