Principal Enabling Works Engineer & Project Manager Major Transportation Infrastructure Delivery, Metrolink, Roads & Public Transportation

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AECOM is seeking an experienced Enabling Works Project Manager: Rail projects to join our team in Dublin. 

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates eager to take the next step in their career delivering multidisciplinary infrastructure projects that shape the future of Irelands transport landscape.

You will play a leading role in the design and delivery of projects across roads rail public transport greenways and enabling works working alongside a collaborative and innovative team.

Join AECOMs thriving Transportation Team in Irelanda 150 strong professional network operating across Dublin Cork Galway and Belfast. Due to significant growth fuelled by a robust pipeline of major infrastructure projects and programmes.

What youll do

The Enabling Works Project Manager: Rail projects is responsible for the strategic planning coordination and delivery of early-stage enabling works across major infrastructure or development programmes. This includes activities such as site preparation utility diversions demolition surveys and other essential pre-construction works. The role ensures these activities are completed safely on time within budget and to the required quality standards enabling a smooth transition into the main construction phase.

Within the programme the Enabling Works Project Manager plays a key role in the successful delivery of all enabling works packages. This involves supporting the management and coordination of stakeholders and interface partners throughout all project phases including design planning procurement construction and operations. The position is critical in aligning early works with wider programme objectives particularly in relation to operational integration while ensuring adherence to safety environmental and quality requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure each package is delivered in line with programme timelines regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations.
• Liaise with local authorities heritage and environmental bodies and utility providers to maintain compliance and effective coordination.
• Oversee the integration of enabling works into the wider programme minimising disruption to subsequent phases.
• Monitor and report on progress risks and mitigation strategies related to enabling works.
• Ensure all activities are carried out with a strong focus on safety environmental protection and community impact.
• Define and manage project scope budget and schedules.
• Track project performance and adjust plans where necessary to maintain delivery objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and building codes.
• Prepare and present clear accurate progress reports to stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues or delays to keep projects on track.
• Undertake site inspections and enforce quality control standards.
• Manage and administer contracts for individual projects within the wider programme.
• Monitor track and report on project expenditure schedule milestones change control and quality performance.

What we offer: 

• Flexible hybrid working. 
• Professional development support mentorship schemes and training agreements with major engineering institutions. 
• Career development opportunities via AECOM University technical practice networks and volunteering days. 
• A range of core and personalised benefits tailored to your lifestyle and well-being. 
• Save As You Earn - Savings related share-option scheme. 
• Charity & Community Activities  fundraising challenges sponsored walks/runs STEM outreach days and local volunteering initiatives. 
• Wellbeing Events  yoga sessions wellness weeks lunchtime walks/cycles and mental health awareness activities. 
• Sports & Clubs  five-a-side football cycling groups running hiking and chess clubs and participation in corporate challenge events and many more. 
• Annual Celebrations  summer events holiday celebrations and recognition awards. 

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Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• An Irish National Framework Qualification Level 8 (Honours Degree) or higher in Civil Engineering or related discipline. International applicants will hold an equivalent Degree recognised by the International Engineering Alliance (from a signatory of the Washington Accord).
• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) is highly desirable.  
• 7 to 12 years relevant experience in the design and delivery of major roads major public transport light rail rail or enabling works projects.  Or similar transferable experience from water energy or utilities sectors. 
• Proven track record of leading project teams and delivering projects to programme and budget.  
• Strong knowledge of Irish and European design standards planning processes and statutory requirements.  
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports drawings specifications and tender documents.   
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced dynamic environment.  

Desirable experience / Qualifications: 

The following are areas of desirable skillsets and qualifications for the role: 

• Project Management Qualifications such as PMP 
• Construction Manager Qualifications such as CCM 
• NEC3/4 ECC Supervision Accreditation 
• Chartership or close to Chartership in relevant professional body 
• OSHA Safety Certification 

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at 

At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

Additional Information :

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For further information about the role reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn Siobhan Osborne

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time