Job Description:
CSA Construction Manager
Competitive salary + Package
Cork, Ireland
About the Role:
We have an opportunity for a CSA Construction Manager on a major data centre project in West Cork.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the CSA team (supervisors, engineers, and package managers) to ensure successful delivery of all CSA scope.
* Oversee site safety in conjunction with the Project Manager and Safety Team, embedding a strong culture of Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental excellence.
* Coordinate and monitor procurement, design, engineering, and installation of CSA works.
* Develop a delivery strategy for CSA work packages, supporting the commercial team in preparing scope documents and subcontract packages.
* Review client designs, identify discrepancies or deviations from standards, and lead resolution to protect the company’s contractual and commercial interests.
* Work closely with QA/QC teams to develop and manage site quality plans, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
* Manage day-to-day site operations, including subcontractor performance, resource allocation, and progress tracking.
* Develop, manage, and report on project schedules in conjunction with Planning, Project Management, and subcontractors.
* Liaise with the design team to prioritise and issue required construction information in line with programme demands.
* Chair and host weekly progress meetings with CSA subcontractors and ensure accurate documentation and records are maintained.
* Attend project meetings (internal reviews, design coordination, planning, handover) and provide clear reporting to management.
* Oversee project close-out activities including punch lists, safety files, QA documentation, and handover requirements.
* Support commercial meetings, ensuring all variations are captured and communicated to enable accurate client change management.
* Review drawings, setting-out information, and ensure coordination of “builders works” drawings related to MEP services.
* Prepare and issue daily and weekly project reports.
Requirements
* Relevant bachelor’s or master’s in construction-related degree or equivalent qualification.
* Proven experience as a CSA Construction Manager or in a similar senior role on large-scale construction projects (data centre experience highly desirable).
* Strong track record in managing and successfully delivering CSA work packages.
* Ability to maintain oversight of the overall project while managing technical details.
* Experience in project scheduling, programming, sequencing, and producing look-ahead forecasts.
* Demonstrated success in leading and managing internal construction teams.
* Experience delivering large-scale, fast-track, and technically complex projects.
* Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
