Trainee Projects Manager

FME (FM Environmental Ltd)

Employer Location: ARMAGH
Phone Number: 02830266616
Email: jobs@fmewater.com
Web: https://fmewater.com/

Job description

To provide Project Assistance to Senior Project Managers on the day-to-day running of Public Sector Water & Wastewater Projects. Under the supervision of Senior Project Managers, to be responsible for aspects of the day-to-day running of individual projects, from formal receipt of tender file, through procurement, sub-contract appointment, preparation of materials, installation, commissioning, and handover files. Primary focus will be on NI Water Base Maintenance MEICA contracts throughout Northern Ireland and/or Irish Water Capital Delivery contracts in the Republic ofIreland, working under the direction of Senior Project Managers.

Responsibilities

  • To attend site progress meetings and weekly progress meetings with subcontractors and clients.
  • To ensure the Senior Project Manager is kept informed of works progress and project performance.
  • At all times to work within the provision of the company’s ISO Quality, Environmental and Health Safety Procedures.
  • To work under the direction of Senior Project Manager(s).
  • To attend MEICA design meetings and keep records of same.
  • To purchase equipment and sub-contract services at the most advantageous rates.
  • Prepare CAD drawings as and when required for contracts.
  • Conduct Site Surveys and Prepare Reports.
  • To attend Project Progress meetings and keep records of same.
  • To liaise with and support site engineers on their day-to-day job requirements.
  • To liaise and support sub-contract personnel on site.
  • To ensure work on site is carried out safely and in accordance with current H&S guidelines.
  • Preparation of Site H&S Documentation (RAMS, Site H&S Files etc).
  • Preparation of Methodology and Sequencing Plans.
  • Preparation of Commissioning documents.
  • Preparation of Operation and Maintenance Manuals.
  • To represent the Company professionally in all dealings with customers, framework partners, suppliers and work colleagues.
  • To achieve individually agreed objectives for the year

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • A formal qualification in a relevant Engineering Discipline
  • Competent with Autocad drawing software and MS Project Management software.
  • High level of IT skill in use of MS Word, Excel, Teams use etc.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in reading, interpreting and responding to technical specifications.

Desirable Skills

  • 2 years post qualification experience in an engineering environment.
  • Experience working on NI Water and/or Irish Water contracts.

Vacancy ID
1760239
Job Sector
Engineering,Business, Policy and Projects
Area
Co Down
Location
Newry
Salary
Depends on experience
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
37.5
Published date
18/02/2026
Closing date
24/03/2026
Worktime
Monday - Wednesday: 8am to 5pm Thursday: 8am to 4:30pm & Friday: 8am to 3am

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