Design/Project Manager - Ireland, Cork

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform theworld for good.

Shape the Future of Water– Join Us as a Design / Project Manager Clean water. Resilient communities. Infrastructure that lasts generations.

This is your chance to lead the projects that truly matter. We’re delivering some of the most ambitious water and wastewater programmes across Ireland and Northern Ireland—and we’re looking for Design / Project Managers ready to make a lasting impact.

This is a role where your work is visible, valued, and vital.

Lead landmark infrastructure projects that protect communities, enhance the environment, and safeguard water supplies

Shape national programmes across water, wastewater, flood management, and environmental protection

Influence how projects are delivered, championing innovation, sustainability, and smarter ways of working

Build and mentor high-performing teams, developing the next generation of engineering talent

See projects through from concept to commissioning, with real ownership and authority

About The Opportunity We’ve secured long-term frameworks and programmes with leading clients including Uisce Éireann (Irish Water), Northern Ireland Water, and the Department for Infrastructure (DfI). That means stability, scale, and the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects that shape the future of water across the island of Ireland.

As a Design / Project Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of major water and wastewater schemes using innovative delivery models, including Design&Build. You’ll coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage risk, cost and programme, and act as the trusted link between clients, regulators, contractors, and stakeholders.

You’ll be part of our established and growing Water team, based across Dublin, Cork and Belfast, within a business that genuinely values collaboration, inclusion, and sustainability.

This is more than a job. It’s long-term career progression, meaningful leadership, and work you can be proud of.

Here’s what you’ll need

Proven experience in design and/or project management of water, wastewater, flood management, or environmental projects (ideally within Ireland)

Strong background in multidisciplinary coordination and construction integration

Experience with technical design coordination and/or Design&Build delivery

Confident ownership of scope, budget, schedule, and risk

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Working knowledge of CDM / SHWW Construction Regulations 2013 and statutory compliance

APM qualification and professional membership (ICE, Engineers Ireland or equivalent) desirable

Why Join Us?

Work on high-impact, nationally significant projects

Enjoy the security of long-term frameworks and programmes

Be empowered to innovate and influence real change

Grow your career in a supportive, people-first environment

Make a genuine difference to communities and the environment

Ready to lead the future of water?

Apply now and bring your expertise to projects that shape lives, protect resources, and build a more sustainable Ireland.

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