Junior Project Manager – Water/Wastewater

Candidate Location: Latin America only
Job Location: Dublin, Ireland – On-site
Relocation: Mandatory relocation from Latin America to Ireland
Employment Type: Full-time
Recommended Minimum Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in project coordination, civil engineering, water/wastewater, utilities, construction, or a related infrastructure environment
About the Company
Our client is an established organisation in Ireland operating within the civil engineering, utilities, and infrastructure sector.
The company delivers infrastructure projects across multiple locations and is currently expanding its project delivery team.
For confidentiality reasons, additional company information will be shared with shortlisted candidates later in the recruitment process.
About the Role
We are looking for a Junior Project Manager currently based in Latin America to join the company’s Water/Wastewater team in Ireland.
The successful candidate will support the delivery of projects across the business from a construction and project coordination perspective.
This role will work closely with the Project Manager and wider project teams, supporting planning, commercial reporting, design coordination, stakeholder management, and project delivery across water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Important – LATAM Candidates & Relocation to Ireland
This opportunity is exclusively for candidates currently based in Latin America.
The successful candidate must be willing to relocate from Latin America to Ireland.
Relocation is mandatory and non-negotiable for this role.
The company will support and manage the relocation process for the successful candidate.
This is not a remote position. Once hired, the candidate will be expected to work on-site in Dublin, Ireland and at project locations as required.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Project Manager in coordinating and delivering multiple projects across urban and rural environments, with particular focus on urban works.
Assist in reviewing project performance through a commercial lens, providing input to cost forecasts and financial assessments.
Assist the PM with management of the planning, installation and coordination of large diameter branch connections coming through DCC.
Support the preparation of cost-to-complete values, claims narratives, and commercial reports under the guidance of the Project Manager.
Contribute to the building and maintaining of strong working relationships with Clients, Client Representatives, third-party providers, and key stakeholders.
Assist in the preparation, review, and coordination of drawings and technical details to support efficient design and value engineering opportunities.
Support the Project Manager in coordinating team activities, contributing to a positive, efficient, and motivated working environment.
Deputise for the Project Manager when required.
Critical Elements of the Role
Prepare and issue regular project status reports, highlighting progress, risks, and support needs for decision-making across the business.
Support the development of proposed design packs—from concept through detailed design—including coordination with environmental, archaeological, and other specialist inputs.
Assist with the management of supplementary design works.
Liaise and coordinate effectively with multiple levels of Staff, Departments, Clients, Suppliers, Subcontractors, and any other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
Assist in the development and improvement of team structures, processes, and onboarding of new personnel and supply chain partners.
Assist with the development of team members and assist them with their continuous professional development.
Assist with the management of SI works.
Required Experience and Competencies
Full clean driver’s license is required.
A relevant qualification (or working towards one).
Exposure to or working knowledge of UK or Irish Water Standards (Potable & Foul), with the ability to develop this knowledge further in the role.
Confident and motivated, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider project team.
Able to work under pressure and manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity for a LATAM-based professional to gain international experience and continue developing a career in project management and water/wastewater infrastructure in Ireland.
The role offers exposure to project coordination, commercial reporting, design management, stakeholder engagement, water infrastructure standards, and construction delivery while working closely with experienced Project Managers.
The company will provide support throughout the relocation process from Latin America to Ireland.
Important Application Requirement
Only candidates currently based in Latin America who are willing and able to relocate to Ireland will be considered.
The position is fully on-site in Ireland. Relocation is mandatory and will be supported by the company.

Work arrangement
Yes