Project Director (Rail)

ATG are seeking an experienced Project Director to lead and oversee high-profile rail projects across Ireland and potentially the UK. The successful candidate will bring strategic vision, technical expertise, and exceptional leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for rail projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and company goals.
• Oversee all aspects of project delivery, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, and project managers, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the principal point of contact for all project-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, health and safety regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Lead commercial management, including budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation.
• Identify and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies where necessary.
• Contribute to business development, supporting proposals, presentations, and strategic growth initiatives.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Rail Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10–15 years’ experience in rail infrastructure or transport consultancy, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership/project director role.
• Proven track record managing complex, multi-disciplinary rail projects, preferably within consultancy.
• Strong understanding of Irish and UK rail standards, regulations, and project delivery frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial acumen and experience managing multi-million-euro project budgets.

Desirable:

• Professional membership (e.g., IEI, RICS, or equivalent).
• Experience in public-private partnership (PPP) rail projects or high-speed rail initiatives.
• Experience with digital engineering, BIM, or other advanced rail design and project management tools.