This role is responsible to lead the successful delivery of a strategic high-priority project that supports the organisations objectives and delivers the required outcomes. Following successful implementation, the role will evolve to manage a portfolio of strategic, operational and transformation initiatives, providing governance, oversight and leadership across multiple projects.
Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of high-profile, business-critical projects and transformation initiatives, ensuring successful outcomes from concept through to implementation.
Establish and govern comprehensive project plans, budgets, timelines, and resource strategies to drive effective execution and accountability.
Ensure the realisation of targeted business benefits, strategic objectives, and measurable value through disciplined project delivery.
Provide robust oversight of project performance, proactively managing risks, issues, dependencies, and change impacts to safeguard delivery commitments.
Champion the application of project governance frameworks, methodologies, and best practices to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes.
Deliver clear, insightful executive reporting and strategic updates, enabling informed decision-making at senior leadership level.
Direct and coordinate cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and the timely resolution of complex challenges.
Build and influence strong relationships with senior management, key stakeholders, and delivery partners to secure alignment and drive successful outcomes.
Lead stakeholder engagement and governance activities, facilitating effective decision-making and consensus across diverse business groups.
Knowledge & Qualification
Degree Qualified in Business, Project Management or relevant discipline
Relevant project management certification preferred (PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, AgilePM, MSP, or equivalent).
Experience
At least 8 years’ experience in a similar role
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
Proven experience in governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Experience in process change projects
Experience managing project budgets, resources, and benefits realisation.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex organisational environments.
Skills
Experience with project management tools i.e. MS Project
Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
Outstanding organisational and time management skills
Strong attention to detail
Self-starter who can work independently
Excellent communication and reporting abilities
Experience working within a PMO, Business Management, or Transformation Office.
Excellent presentation skills
daa is an equal opportunities employer committed to celebrating diversity & inclusion and recognising the value that difference can bring, both for our business and for our people. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all and offer reasonable accommodations to applicants at all stages of the selection process.
Skills Required
- Degree in Business, Project Management, or a relevant discipline
- Relevant project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, AgilePM, MSP, or equivalent
- At least 8 years of experience in a similar role
- Strong knowledge of Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid project management methodologies
- Experience in governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
- Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Experience with process change projects
- Experience managing project budgets, resources, and benefits realization
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex organizational environments
- Experience using project management tools such as MS Project
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
- Ability to work independently as a self-starter
- Experience working within a PMO, Business Management, or Transformation Office
What We Do
We are a global airport and travel retail group with business in 15 countries around the world. daa’s principal activities include operating and managing Dublin and Cork airports, global airport retailing through our subsidiary Aer Rianta International, and international aviation consultancy through daa International. The company is state-owned and headquartered at Dublin Airport.
