Project Manager

Project Manager – Ireland & Europe (Electrical Infrastructure / Major Equipment Delivery) Location: Dublin (Hybrid / Flexible) A growing specialist contractor in the data‑centre and power‑infrastructure sector is seeking a Project Manager to oversee equipment‑delivery projects across Ireland and wider Europe. The business supplies and installs major electrical equipment — including transformers, MV/LV switchgear and associated systems — and delivers projects using specialist subcontractors and OEM partners. This role suits a commercially minded Project Manager who is confident managing subcontractors, programmes and cost control. You will be the primary on‑the‑ground lead in Dublin, supported by a strong back‑office engineering team, with full autonomy to run projects from order through to final account. Key Responsibilities Project delivery across procurement, logistics, installation, commissioning and close‑out Programme management — milestones, delays, reporting, action tracking Subcontractor coordination — electrical install, cranage, rigging, civils and commissioning Commercial control — budgets, cost tracking, variations, invoicing Manage equipment deliveries, site access and interfaces with main contractors Maintain project documentation, RAMS, trackers and progress reports Build strong customer relationships and provide clear reporting to management Candidate Profile Experience delivering construction, engineering, MEP, industrial or data‑centre projects Strong subcontractor management and multi‑package coordination Commercially disciplined: budgets, variations, invoicing, subcontractor applications Background in mechanical, civil or electrical project management (no trades background required) Experience with switchgear or transformers beneficial Comfortable working independently with support from a remote engineering team Able to travel across Ireland and Europe when required Role Environment Dublin‑based delivery with projects across Ireland, Spain and Portugal Full autonomy — manage your own workload and operate independently SME environment with seven years’ data‑centre experience Opportunity to take ownership of all European operations as the business grows Manage €10m–€19m project budgets with strong back‑office support Potential to lead 1–2 junior team members as the portfolio expands Package Competitive salary Vehicle/allowance Bonus EU travel covered Strong progression pathway With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.