Project Director

About Glanua

Glanua is a leading provider of innovative, sustainable engineering solutions focused on designing, building, operating, and maintaining vital water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. Serving major utilities such as Uisce Éireann, Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, and Affinity Water, Glanua is dedicated to addressing environmental challenges and advancing decarbonisation and sustainability. With over 450 employees across Ireland and the UK, the company fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace where individuals are empowered to grow and innovate, guided by core values including Safety, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, and Diversity.

Role Overview

The Project Director will play a key leadership role within Glanua Industrial's UK business, based in Dundalk. This position holds end-to-end operational and financial accountability for a major project, including daily management and reporting. The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and at a high-quality standard, working closely with senior management teams across various functions and leading a multidisciplinary team encompassing operations, project and design engineers, commercial staff, and site supervision.

Primary Responsibilities

• Report monthly on project performance to the Industrial Operations Director, overseeing progress and risk controls.
• Manage budget adherence, turnover, and EBITDA target tracking, assisting in project budget preparation.
• Ensure adequate resourcing aligned with client and company requirements.
• Provide strategic leadership by making informed decisions supporting project goals and driving continuous improvement.
• Monitor key performance indicators and maintain compliance with all HSQE legal and statutory requirements.
• Lead health, safety, quality, environment, and wellbeing initiatives, conducting site visits and safety interventions.
• Collaborate closely with Commercial Management on contractual and commercial matters.
• Promote sustainability and net zero carbon objectives consistent with company and client targets.
• Champion innovation in project execution adhering to business strategies.
• Develop and sustain strong client and stakeholder relationships ensuring expectations are met and exceeded.
• Oversee operational planning, resource management, recruitment, retention, and team development aligned with HR policies.
• Supervise contract negotiations and operational enhancements for the project.
• Ensure adherence to company SOPs, drive construction progress, organize stakeholder meetings, and foster a culture of innovation.
• Support contract and project managers to optimize cost-effective project completion and risk management.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams ensuring adequate supervision and supplier engagement to meet turnover goals.
• Adopt and advocate for digital delivery tools, maintaining feedback loops for improvements.

Reporting and Meeting Duties

• Prepare monthly performance and rebudget projections reports for the project as changes occur.
• Submit quarterly performance reviews detailing backlog and margin forecasts.
• Attend project-related meetings, monthly management team meetings, and regular one-on-one updates with the Industrial Operations Director.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Join a dynamic, expanding organisation with ambitious growth plans.
• Enjoy a Monday-to-Friday workweek including early finish on Fridays.
• Receive 22 days of annual leave plus 10 public holidays.
• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7 to employees and their families.