Project Manager (Proposals), Kilkenny

Background

Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover,pension and education assistance.Project Manager (Proposals)– Water/Wastewater Sector

Contract Duration/Type: Permanent Location: Kilkenny Hybrid/Onsite: Hybrid Working Pattern (Time/Hours): Monday-Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm Overview of the Role

The Project Manager (Proposals) will be responsible for leading, developing and managing a team to deliver competitive and accurate Water&Wastewater DB/DBO cost proposals. The role will involve liaising, negotiation and relationship management with our clients in a collaborative manner whilst protecting the interest of Veolia at all stages. The role will also involve working closely with supply chain, partners, subcontractors and internal teams (engineering, proposals, contracts, procurement etc.) to ensure that competitive tenders are delivered successfully and on a timely basis.Duties of the Role

Lead and manage a portfolio of proposals Lead and manage a team of engineers involved in developing costs&solutions Ownership of commercial and technical aspects of the proposals process Collaborative interaction with the clients to develop cost models Playing an integral part in the design and engineering development process Collaborative interaction with delivery team to ensure lessons learned are applied and peer reviews are carried out in a timely mannerCollaborative interaction and management of supply partners and supply chain during target cost development phase Developing accurate and competitive target costs Evaluation and selection of suitable partners, technologies, equipment and vendors including sourcing alternative vendors Ensuring that all risks are clearly identified and that costs and responsibilities are clearly apportioned and documented and agreeProgram of works with partners Adhere to all internal Governance procedures Required Skills for this Role

Accredited NFQ Level 8 Honors Bachelor Degree in relevant discipline 5+ years relevant post qualification experience in the tender or execution of water/wastewater engineering projects (more experienced candidates will be considered) Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment industry Extensive knowledge of current market conditionsHighly organised and efficient Strong problem solving skills Numerate and highly computer literate Analytical and visionary mind‑set Effective time management and communication skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work under pressure whilst ensuring deadlines are metSelf‑sustaining engineer/manager with ability to effectively work as part of a team and on own initiative A proven commitment to continued professional development Customer focused Self‑motivated Flexible Competent user of Microsoft Office Additional Information

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