_{13th October, 2026}

Assistant Project Manager – Residential Construction
Location: Swords, North Dublin
Salary: €75,000–€85,000 DOE + Excellent Package
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Company: Leading Residential Property Developer
Project Duration: Four-Year Residential Development


An Excellent Opportunity to Progress into Project Management Highr Recruitment is partnering with a leading residential property developer to recruit an ambitious Assistant Project Manager for a major residential development in Swords, North Dublin.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Site Engineer, Site Manager or construction professional looking to take the next step into Project Management.

A key attraction of this position is the opportunity to receive direct, hands-on mentorship from an experienced Project Manager, Contracts Manager and Construction Director.

The successful candidate will work alongside a highly experienced senior management team, gaining invaluable exposure to the planning, coordination, commercial management and delivery of large-scale residential developments.
With a four-year project programme, a strong pipeline of future developments and clear opportunities for career advancement, this position offers an excellent pathway towards becoming a fully established Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Work directly alongside the Project Manager, assisting with the day-to-day management and delivery of a major residential development.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site engineers, supervisors and finishing teams.
• Assist in managing construction programmes, project milestones and overall project delivery.
• Work closely with the Contracts Manager and Construction Director.
• Attend site progress meetings, design coordination meetings and programme reviews.
• Monitor construction progress, subcontractor performance, productivity and quality standards.
• Assist in resolving technical, construction and design-related challenges.
• Support project budgets, procurement and commercial reporting alongside the Quantity Surveying team.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, health and safety standards and project specifications.
• Coordinate inspections, quality assurance, snagging and handover activities.
• Prepare progress reports and provide updates to the senior management team.
• Develop project leadership and management skills through ongoing mentorship and practical experience.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Engineering or a related discipline.
• Ideally 3–5+ years' experience within the Irish construction industry.
• Previous experience as a Senior Site Engineer, Site Manager, Project Engineer or similar.
• Residential construction experience is highly desirable.
• Experience working with a main contractor or residential property developer.
• Good understanding of construction sequencing, subcontractor coordination and programme management.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Good technical knowledge and commercial awareness.
• A genuine ambition to develop into a Project Manager and progress into senior management.

Salary & Benefits

• Excellent salary: €75,000–€85,000 DOE
• Attractive overall remuneration package.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Fuel card or travel allowance.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Direct mentorship from an experienced Project Manager, Contracts Manager and Construction Director.
• Four-year residential development offering long-term employment stability.
• Clear career progression into Project Management.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of major residential project delivery.
• Supportive and experienced senior management team.
• Strong pipeline of future residential developments.

Individual package elements are subject to employer confirmation.
Why Apply? This is more than an Assistant Project Manager position – it's an opportunity to develop into a Project Manager with the guidance and support of an experienced construction management team.

You will have the opportunity to learn directly from senior industry professionals, take on increasing responsibility and develop the technical, commercial and leadership skills required to manage major residential construction projects.

We particularly welcome applications from Senior Site Engineers and Site Managers who are ready to take the next step in their careers.

Apply in Confidence For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Paul Brennan
Managing Director | Highr Recruitment
Email: paulb@highr.info
Call / WhatsApp: +353 85 763 4040

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