Construction Project Manager - Cork (Pharma)

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Cork
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Construction
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    €80 - €105k, negotiable depending on experience

Project Manager – Cork-based Main Contractor, Pharma project

Your new company

A well-established main contractor with a strong pipeline of work in the life sciences sector is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team delivering projects on a major pharmaceutical site.

Your new role

You will be responsible for managing the delivery of construction projects either on a single large project or across multiple sites. The focus will be on ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Manage the full project lifecycle from planning through to completion
  • Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, site teams, and commercial staff
  • Oversee subcontractors and site operations to ensure delivery to programme
  • Support design coordination and manage RFIs where required
  • Plan and track weekly work programmes and report on progress
  • Ensure key milestones are achieved and risks are effectively managed
  • Work closely with the Contracts Manager and commercial team to meet budget and programme targets
  • Maintain strong health & safety standards across all activities
  • Lead site meetings and manage day-to-day project operations

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager with a main contractor
  • Background in construction, civil, or M&E projects
  • Experience working on pharmaceutical or similar regulated sites
  • Strong understanding of health & safety and site processes
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills

What you'll get in return


  • Opportunity to work on high-profile pharmaceutical projects
  • Long-term work on a secure site
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Strong pipeline of ongoing work and career progression opportunities

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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