At GLF, we redefine skylines with our premium metal and glass facades, setting new standards of excellence across Ireland and the UK. With over 35 years of expertise in the curtain walling industry, GLF specialises in cutting-edge design, fabrication, and installation services for a diverse range of projects, including commercial offices, universities, and healthcare facilities.
We’re currently looking for an experienced Project Manager (with curtain wall experience) to join our fast-growing, innovative team. So, if you’re looking for a fresh perspective and you’re ready to accelerate your career at a leading European company, we would love to hear from you.
Your Future Role

Maintaining customer relations and ensuring effective communication as every project we work on is unique and bespoke. And there are multiple parties involved – the main contractors, the architects, the façade consultants, the stakeholders, and more. You will need to develop strong and effective working relations with all project stakeholders, and ensure they are informed and updated as the project progresses.
Project planning, follow-up, coordination, risk management, budget control and reporting. You will be taking ownership of these activities on major projects across Ireland & the UK. The complex and large-scale projects you work on will typically take from 1.5 to 2 years.
Coordination of the project team – you will be responsible for coordinating the activities of the GLF project teams.

Scope of Duties :
Upon handover from the Commercial / Estimating Department, assume control and co-ordination of the programme.
Communicate effectively with the Main Contractor in writing and in meetings, to manage the relationship between GLF and the Customer.
Liaise with Design Team and the GLF Design Team to ensure construction requirements/buildability issues are incorporated into the GLF Design Solutions.
Review Architect’s drawings and propose design solutions.
Represent the company at meetings.
Manage the GLF design team, encouraging standardisation of details, to achieve best use of available resources.
Review programme with the team and agree design / procurement programme.
Liaise with GLF Procurement and Production team, to ensure compliance with the programme.
Prepare Project Execution Plans, Quality Plans and RAMS.
Liaise with consultants.
Resolve technical difficulties.
Attend site as required, assisting with site management.
Keep abreast of product and system developments.
Implement and maintain the project quality plan for each project under his/her control during the design and construction phases.
Attend fortnightly project meetings, reporting on Health & Safety, Programme, Quality and Financial matters pertaining to each project.
Issue regular project reports and dropline programmes.
Review project budgets with Technical and Commercial Team regularly, and report on budgets.
Review and agree sub-contract installers’ payment applications and accounts, in conjunction with the Commercial team.
Ensure compliance with GLF ISO 9001 Quality Procedures.
Assist Estimating / Commercial team where necessary, with advice on construction issues.
Assist Commercial Team with the preparation of monthly payment applications
Co-ordinate the compilation and submission of the O&M Manuals / Safety Files

Principal working relationships:
Main Contractor’s Contracts Manager, Project Manager & Site Manager
GLF Contracts Manager & Design Manager
GLF Site Manager / Foreman
GLF Sub-Contract Installers & Directly-employed installers
GLF Head Office Team, including Technical Director, Commercial Manager, Production Manager, Purchasing, Accounts, etc.

Key Skills and Knowledge

A higher education in Engineering/Construction
Experience of successfully working in the field of construction project management (curtain walling)
Excellent working knowledge of legislation and current standards, technical regulations and codes of practice particular to this jurisdiction.
Good planning, budget management and negotiation skills.
The ability to represent the company in English (at least B2 level).
The ability to unite and motivate the project team and encourage the pursuit of the same goals.

Why join us?

We are a leading façade specialist in Ireland and the UK (we offer the full value chain to our customers, from consultancy and design through to manufacturing and installation).
We work on bespoke projects shaping the Irish and UK skylines. We also have strong plans for future growth looking to expand further into Europe.
We implement innovative and sustainable projects. We are constantly looking for the best solutions possible, and work with advanced technologies to achieve this. Our ECO90 system is one such technology.
We are committed to sustainability and long-term thinking.
You’ll be surrounded by highly competent professionals.
You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive and experienced team where everyone is eager to share their knowledge with you.

What do we Offer?

Competitive salary (consummate with experience)
Professional growth and development opportunities.
Comprehensive EAP Programme offering GP Advice, Counselling/Emotional Wellbeing & Legal Support
Bike to Work scheme
Onsite Parking

Join us as we continue to reshape the future of our cities and towns. Together, let's redefine the possible and continue to create a legacy of excellence with GLF.
GLF are an equal opportunities employer