Rail Director - Ireland

Our client is seeking a Rail Project Director to join its Transportation team in Dublin, Dundalk, Cork or Galway. This permanent opportunity is suited to an experienced rail and infrastructure professional with a strong technical background and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary railway projects from concept and detailed design through to construction.

Your Role:

Acting as Project Director on multi-disciplinary transportation projects Managing major railway infrastructure projects as Project Manager Taking ownership of contract and commercial management activities Liaising with Engineering Directors and Managers to coordinate and successfully manage the design process Leading, mentoring and supporting junior staff, including Senior Project Managers Developing tender proposals, leading bids and supporting the successful award of new commissions Building trusted relationships with clients, delivery partners and key project stakeholders Leading project teams to achieve technical excellence, effective delivery and successful outcomes

Job Requirements:

Degree-level qualification in engineering, ideally at Level 8 or Level 9 Significant postgraduate experience, primarily gained within a consultancy environment Chartered Engineer status with Engineers Ireland or an equivalent professional institution Experience delivering multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects in Ireland or the UK Experience managing contracts on behalf of clients as an Employer's Representative or NEC Project Manager Understanding of all stages of the project life cycle, from concept through to construction Ability to manage multi-disciplinary design teams and coordinate technical delivery Strong leadership, communication, presentation and report-writing skills Collaborative approach when working with colleagues, delivery partners and project teams Confidence to challenge established approaches and develop practical, innovative solutions Willingness to develop and maintain strong client relationships Full driving licence

What the Role Offers:

Opportunity to lead major railway infrastructure projects and programmes Involvement in innovative design and technically challenging transportation schemes Professional development within a leading engineering consultancy environment Supportive and collaborative working relationships with industry-leading clients and stakeholders Opportunity to contribute to business development, bids and new commissions If you are an experienced Rail Project Director or Technical Director with a passion for railway infrastructure, technical excellence and collaborative project delivery, apply now to take the next step in your career