Your new company

We are currently assisting the Land Developemnet Agency with their recruitment processes.

Your new role

• You will join a growing team of development professionals, reporting to the Construction Lead and will lead on a wide variety of residential projects.
• Lead projects through the construction stage of delivery and assist the development managers to deliver projects through planning and detailed design.
• Manage design teams from a technical, program and budgetary perspective
• Plan, organise, and direct activities concerned with the project
• Interaction with project stakeholders such as local authorities, development partners, third party utilities etc
• Develop project plans and schedules
  and execute plans to completion
• To be responsible for the successful delivery of a project through leadership, management, and technical expertise throughout the project life-cycle.
• Ensure contractor and consultancy contractual compliance
• Monitor that planning conditions are met and in compliance with best practice.
• Manage large scale construction main contractor companies and design teams
• Knowledge of Planning Permission, Fire Cert Applications and Disability Access Certificate applications
• Develop a specific program for the project with planned milestones.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to create savings through creative design, planning and procurement
• Work with the wider LDA team for effective delivery of project work streams and delivery of projects
• Experience and understanding of the design and tender process for large residential construction projects
• Develop and implement the Investment Case & Development Strategies for a variety of project types
• Manage project budgets, programmes and regular reporting
• Liaise with all LDA functions to progress the project through each project stage.

What you'll need to succeed

• The successful candidate for the role will have at least 5 years' construction management experience.
• Hold a recognised degree level qualification in the construction/ development sector
• Excellent relationship management skills (both internal and external)
• Strong development management skills, with a proven relevant track record
• Strong knowledge of the Irish planning, development and construction sector
• Knowledge of public procurement is a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of project viability an advantage.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will join the LDA who play an essential role in delivering some of Ireland's most critical infrastructure over the coming decades. The organisation is committed to excellence, with a strong focus on continuous learning, professional development, and long-term career progression.

You will collaborate with and lead a high-performing team of construction, commercial, and development professionals who are passionate about delivering meaningful impact. The role offers a competitive salary, depending on experience, along with hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance. While primarily office-based, the role includes site visits as required.

Standard working hours are under 40 per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility where appropriate. Additional benefits include a discretionary performance bonus, industry-leading employer pension contributions, and significant opportunities for advancement within a purpose-driven and rapidly growing organisation.

This is more than just a job – it is a long-term career opportunity with real purpose and national significance.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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