Our client, a leading consultancy in the rail sector, is currently seeking an experienced NEC Project Manager to support a major rail infrastructure programme in Ireland. This high-profile project involves significant upgrades across civils, track, and signalling assets, and requires a proven leader capable of driving delivery within an NEC contract environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead project delivery in line with NEC contract requirements, ensuring effective contract administration and early warning management
Assess and administer compensation events
Manage the delivery of civils, track, and signalling works across multiple work sites
Oversee contractor performance, programme management, and cost control
Drive collaboration between engineering, construction, commercial, and operational teams
Ensure an up to date and realistic programme is submitted, reviewed and accepted
Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and progress reviews
Prepare and present progress reports to senior stakeholders
Ensure all works adhere to Irish rail standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
Monitor progress against the programme
Skills & Experience Required:
Demonstrable experience as a NEC Project Manager on large infrastructure programmes
Strong background in rail projects, particularly in civils, track, and signalling
In-depth knowledge of NEC contract forms and contract administration processes
Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
Strong understanding of project controls, including cost, risk, and schedule management
Engineering or construction-related qualification preferred
Previous experience working with national rail bodies or major contractors in Ireland or the UK is advantageous
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work on one of Ireland's most significant rail infrastructure programmes
Competitive daily rate and long-term project stability
Join a collaborative team delivering transformative improvements to national rail networks
If you are an experienced NEC Project Manager with a strong rail background, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's transformative rail infrastructure programme in Ireland