Trainee Projects Manager

To provide Project Assistance to Senior Project Managers on the day-to-day running of Public Sector Water & Wastewater Projects. Under the supervision of Senior Project Managers, to be responsible for aspects of the day-to-day running of individual projects, from formal receipt of tender file, through procurement, sub-contract appointment, preparation of materials, installation, commissioning, and handover files. Primary focus will be on NI Water Base Maintenance MEICA contracts throughout Northern Ireland and/or Irish Water Capital Delivery contracts in the Republic of Ireland, working under the direction of Senior Project Managers.

• To attend site progress meetings and weekly progress meetings with subcontractors and clients.
• To ensure the Senior Project Manager is kept informed of works progress and project performance.
• At all times to work within the provision of the company’s ISO Quality, Environmental and Health Safety Procedures.
• To work under the direction of Senior Project Manager(s).
• To attend MEICA design meetings and keep records of same.
• To purchase equipment and sub-contract services at the most advantageous rates.
• Prepare CAD drawings as and when required for contracts.
• Conduct Site Surveys and Prepare Reports.
• To attend Project Progress meetings and keep records of same.
• To liaise with and support site engineers on their day-to-day job requirements.
• To liaise and support sub-contract personnel on site.
• To ensure work on site is carried out safely and in accordance with current H&S guidelines.
• Preparation of Site H&S Documentation (RAMS, Site H&S Files etc).
• Preparation of Methodology and Sequencing Plans.
• Preparation of Commissioning documents.
• Preparation of Operation and Maintenance Manuals.
• To represent the Company professionally in all dealings with customers, framework partners, suppliers and work colleagues.
• To achieve individually agreed objectives for the year

• A formal qualification in a relevant Engineering Discipline
• Competent with Autocad drawing software and MS Project Management software.
• High level of IT skill in use of MS Word, Excel, Teams use etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in reading, interpreting and responding to technical specifications.
  2 years post qualification experience in an engineering environment.
• Experience working on NI Water and/or Irish Water contracts.

Area:
Derry or Londonderry

Closing date: 24 March 2026

Worktime Monday - Wednesday: 8am to 5pm Thursday: 8am to 4:30pm & Friday: 8am to 3am

Salary:
Depends on experience

Contract Type:
Permanent