Senior Technical Project Manager

Senior Technical Project Manager

 Team Horizon is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager (Chief Assistant Technical Services Officer) for a client in Galway. The successful candidate will provide services as appropriate in the development and execution of major capital projects in acute and non-acute settings and to plan and supervise the execution of these projects.

 Why you should apply:

• Competitive salary


• They put their people first and live their diversity and inclusion values embracing all perspectives.


• You enjoy working in a culture of learning and collaboration and making a positive impact.

What you will be doing:

Project Planning & Management

• Develop detailed project briefs with input from relevant stakeholders.


• Make sure everyone involved understands the project goals and requirements.


• Lead consultations, meetings, and communications to ensure successful project delivery.


• Define needs for buildings, design services, and equipment.


• Set action plans and manage timelines for all project phases (planning, design, construction, equipping).


• Anticipate and resolve issues, escalating major concerns when needed.

Team Coordination & Supervision

• Oversee staff, contractors, and design teams during project execution.


• Support the commissioning team by ensuring they are prepared and trained.


• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality

Procurement & Financial Management

• Advise on selecting design teams and contractors.


• Manage procurement processes and oversee tendering.


• Control project budgets and spending; prepare financial reports and forecasts.


• Process payments and verify design team fees.

 Facility Transition & Commissioning

• Help plan and manage the move from old to new facilities.


• Ensure smooth transfer of services and staff.


• Set up maintenance plans for new buildings and facilities.

 Minor Capital Works

• Prepare briefs, plans, and documents for smaller projects.


• Appoint and manage design teams and contractors.


• Ensure minor works are delivered on time and within budget.

 Maintenance Planning

• Define and prioritise maintenance needs for buildings, equipment, and vehicles.


• Prepare budgets and staffing plans to support maintenance programmes.


• Arrange contracts and ensure compliance with all regulations.

 Property Management Support

• Assist the Property Manager with managing the healthcare estate.


• Help develop property strategies and ensure integration with service needs.


• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance in all property matters.


• Maintain accurate property records.

 Health & Safety / Fire Prevention

• Develop fire safety measures in consultation with Fire Officers.


• Create fire safety programmes and oversee training of staff.


• Advise on fire prevention priorities and oversee implementation.

 Energy Efficiency

• Monitor energy usage across facilities.


• Provide advice on improving energy efficiency in line with regulations.

 What you need to apply:

• Must have a professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Hold a Level 8 (or higher) Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) major academic award in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering by the relevant Professional Institute (Engineers Ireland).   


• Or  (ii) Have Full Membership of the relevant professional association1: - Engineers Ireland 


• Or  (iii) Hold a qualification at least equivalent to one of the above listed in (i)


• or (ii)   And (iv) Have had at least seven years’ satisfactory & relevant experience in planning, design, project management or construction of buildings or in the installation or maintenance of the mechanical, electrical, and heating services of such buildings.


• And (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and of administrative capacity) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.  Engineers Ireland – Acceptable Membership Candidates should be either a Full Member or a Chartered Member of Engineers Ireland.  Associate Membership, Student Membership or any affiliated membership of Engineers Ireland will not be accepted.