ERM

EIA Project Manager

Ireland · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerERM
LocationIreland
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted29 Sep 2026

The EIA Project Manager is responsible for the end‑to‑end management of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects in Ireland, acting as the primary interface between clients, internal technical teams, and external stakeholders. The role focuses on programme delivery, coordination of multidisciplinary inputs, budget management, and quality assurance, ensuring EIARs are delivered in line with Irish regulatory requirements and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

Lead and manage EIA projects from inception through submission and post‑submission support.
Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, and risk registers.
Coordinate multidisciplinary technical teams (e.g. ecology, ornithology, noise, landscape, traffic, hydrology).
Manage project handover from bid stage into delivery, ensuring clarity on scope, assumptions, and commercial terms.
Maintain project documentation including RFIs, action trackers, and change control.

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EIA & Consenting Expertise (Ireland)

Manage preparation of EIARs in accordance with Irish planning legislation and EIA Regulations.
Support delivery of AA Screening / Appropriate Assessment, Scoping Reports, and supporting planning documentation.
Interface with Irish regulators and stakeholders, including An Bord Pleanála, local authorities, and statutory consultees.
Provide post‑submission support including responses to Further Information Requests (FIRs).

Client & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building trusted working relationships.
Lead client meetings, progress updates, and programme reviews.
Support early‑stage project advisory, consenting strategy, and risk management discussions.

Commercial & Financial Management

Track and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
Support proposal development, including resourcing plans, schedules, and fee estimates.
Identify and manage scope change and commercial risk.

Quality, Governance & H&S

Ensure compliance with ERM quality, governance, and health & safety requirements.
Oversee quality review of deliverables prior to issue and submission.
Promote continuous improvement in EIA project delivery processes.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Degree in environmental science, planning, geography, or a related discipline.
Demonstrable experience managing EIA projects in Ireland.
Strong understanding of Irish planning and EIA legislation and consenting processes.
Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams.
Strong project management, organisational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently.

Desirable

Experience delivering EIAs for renewable energy, infrastructure, or data centre projects.
Familiarity with An Bord Pleanála processes and strategic infrastructure development.
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IEMA, RTPI).
Experience supporting bids and framework delivery.

Behaviours & Attributes

Confident project leader with a collaborative approach.
Commercially aware and delivery‑focused.
Calm and pragmatic under pressure.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Client‑focused with excellent stakeholder management skills.

Reporting & Interfaces

Reports to: EIA / Planning & Consents Team Lead (Ireland)
Works closely with: CPD technical specialists, Partners, Account Directors, and sub‑consultants
Interfaces with: Clients, regulators, statutory consultees, and local authorities

Why Join ERM

This role offers the opportunity to work on nationally significant projects in Ireland, within a leading global environmental consultancy, with clear opportunities for progression and professional development.

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