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At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence – but it’s our people who remain our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming strong partnerships and pioneering positive change in our ever-evolving industry. At Etex, we strive to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow, and lead? Join us as a Project Manager in Athy, Ireland! This is a fixed term contract position for 18 months We’re looking for a Project Manager to lead high‑impact, cross‑functional projects that enhance throughput, quality, cost efficiency, safety, and sustainability across our factory paint line operations. This role drives end‑to‑end project delivery, from scoping and business‑case development to engineering coordination, supplier management, scheduling, budgeting, performance validation, and final handover.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver data-driven improvements to colour consistency, coating adhesion, line reliability, and changeover efficiency
Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, resources, and budgets
Coordinate daily site activities, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth execution
Conduct regular site inspections, resolve issues, and ensure all work meets design and contractual standards
Manage cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, Supply Chain, CI, and OEM partners
Track project milestones, schedule adherence, and budget performance
Maintain accurate project documentation and progress reporting
Implement corrective actions when required and ensure strong financial control
Liaise with internal teams, engineers, subcontractors, and external partners to keep projects aligned
Provide clear updates to senior leadership through regular reports and presentations
Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimise impact
Requirements:
Proven experience delivering manufacturing projects (capex and process) on time, within budget, and to quality standards
Background in industrial coating, paint line operations, or continuous panel finishing (ideal but not essential)
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in complex or ambiguous situations
Continuous improvement mindset- always seeking smarter, more efficient ways of working
Excellent communicator who can build strong relationships across teams and adjust style to suit different audiences
Resilient, adaptable, and able to maintain composure and clear judgement under pressure
What we offer:
Our culture – we connect & care about those around us
We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people
Our 'Road to Sustainability 2030' is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future
We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance
Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working (depending on the role)