Design Manager

Job Title
Design Manager


Summary We’re seeking a passionate Project Management Professional to take ownership of design management on leading-edge semiconductor projects in Leixlip, County Kildare, Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on collaboration, ensuring technical excellence and exceeding client expectations.


Location and Working Pattern
Leixlip, County Kildare, Ireland – on-site.


Client Overview
Our client is a recognised name within the engineering sector, delivering high-value projects globally. Their focus on quality and innovation ensures complex projects are completed to the highest standard.


Responsibilities

• Lead design management and technical delivery for semiconductor projects.
• Develop scopes, ensuring client-specific requirements are fully addressed.
• Plan, schedule, estimate and control budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor progress and performance, implementing corrective actions where needed.
• Oversee technical supervision and provide process-specific leadership to the team.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, permitting and legislative requirements in design and construction stages.
• Complete and enforce Project Execution Plans, Quality Plans and initiation roadmaps.
• Manage project scope and control changes to schedule and budget.
• Assign team roles effectively and provide clear direction to design teams across disciplines.
• Maintain strong communication with stakeholders on technical, financial and scheduling matters.

Must-have Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in project design management, preferably within semiconductor or advanced facilities projects.
• Strong background in planning, scheduling, estimating and budgeting.
• Proven ability to monitor performance and deliver corrective actions.
• Skilled in stakeholder communication and multidisciplinary coordination.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Knowledge of gas and chemical delivery and storage requirements.
• Familiarity with permitting and licensing processes for complex engineering projects.
• Previous leadership experience managing diverse design teams.

Apply Now If you’re ready to take on a key role in delivering cutting-edge projects, we want to hear from you. Apply today and bring your technical expertise to a highly collaborative team.

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