Senior Project Manager

This appointment will be made within the DCU Finance Office and the postholder will be seconded to the Faculty of Engineering & Computing. The postholder will report to the Executive Dean of the Faculty and/or their nominee and the Head of the School of Electronic Engineering in keeping with the initial programme provisions. The Project Manager will coordinate the establishment and operational success of the HDU‑DCU Joint College, a strategic initiative that involves three undergraduate programmes, a joint Master’s, and co‑supervised PhDs, with the first intake scheduled for September 2026.

The successful candidate will be the central point of coordination between DCU Units (Finance, HR, Academic Affairs) and international stakeholders, ensuring risk management, budgetary oversight, and adherence to governance structures.

Details of responsibilities and qualifications are outlined in the attached job description.

Professional 6 – €64,341 – €91,656. Refer to DCU Payscales for the applicable payscale. Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.

Tuesday, 17th March 2026

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Informal enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Dr Jennifer Bruton, Executive Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Computing, Dublin City University.
Phone: +353 (0)1 7005034
Email:
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.

Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role you are applying for, you must upload:

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• Curriculum Vitae
  
• Cover Letter
  
• Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
  

All items must be uploaded. If any are missing, the application will be deemed incomplete and will not be processed.

Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998–2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process. The University’s Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. xcfaprz Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs.

contact email:
contact no: +00353 1 700 5149