Contract Type: Fixed Term

Duration: 12 Months (Extendable)

About Lawler Sustainability

Lawler Sustainability is a leading sustainability consultancy delivering integrated engineering and energy solutions across Ireland, the UK, and the Middle East. "We specialise in decarbonisation, energy performance contracting, and high-impact retrofit programmes."

Our model combines technical consultancy with full project delivery, enabling clients to move from strategy to implementation with confidence. This integrated approach positions us at the forefront of the energy transition.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our team on a 12month contract basis (with the potential for extension). Working as the main contractor on Energy Performance Contract (EPC) projects, you will take full ownership of project delivery - leading subcontractors, coordinating the client and our internal design team, and maintaining rigorous control over cost, schedule, and risk.

This is a handson leadership role suited to a seasoned project manager who thrives in a technically complex environment and is comfortable working across multiple sites in Counties Kildare and Meath.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Leadership

• Act as the primary point of contact and overall project leader for project delivery
• Lead and manage subcontractors throughout the construction and implementation phases
• Coordinate between the client, internal design team and external subcontractors to ensure seamless project execution
• Chair regular progress meetings with all project stakeholders and ensure actions are closed out effectively
• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and monitor progress against milestones

Cost, Schedule & Risk Control

• Own and manage project budgets from contract award through to completion
• Implement robust cost control procedures; track spend, forecast final costs and report variances
• Identify, assess and manage project risks, maintaining a live risk register with appropriate mitigation actions
• Drive schedule adherence and proactively identify and resolve delays before they impact delivery
• Administer contracts and manage change control processes in accordance with contract terms

Subcontractor & Supply Chain Management

• Procure, appoint and manage subcontractors in line with project scope and programme
• Monitor subcontractor performance against agreed KPIs and quality standards
• Resolve issues promptly, maintaining momentum and quality across all work packages

Client & Stakeholder Communication

• Maintain a strong and professional relationship with the client throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide regular project updates, progress reports and financial summaries to all stakeholders
• Support the client with the execution of project procedures and commissioning requirements
• Lead and facilitate multidisciplinary meetings, following up to ensure all actions are closed out

Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Manager within the MECA (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls & Automation) or Building Services sector
• Proven track record of delivering complex, multidiscipline projects in a main contractor role
• Strong experience managing and coordinating subcontractors across live construction sites
• Demonstrable competency in cost control, programme management and risk management
• Full, clean driving licence with the ability to commute to project sites in Counties Kildare and Meath
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage clients and senior stakeholders
• Legally resident in Ireland with full, unrestricted right to work (no work permit required)

Desirable

• Experience delivering Energy Performance Contracting or performancebased projects
• Familiarity with energy retrofit measures, HVAC systems, and commissioning processes
• Knowledge of M&V principles (IPMVP) and performance tracking
• Professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)

What we offer

• Competitive contract rate aligned with experience
• Opportunity to lead highimpact decarbonisation projects in the public sector
• Exposure to technically complex EPC delivery across multiple facilities
• Collaborative and technically strong team environment
• Potential for contract extension based on pipeline and performance