Posted: January 29, 2026

Assignment overview

A public sector healthcare body engaged Sonas Technical to support the recruitment of a Senior Project Manager to contribute to the delivery of a long-term capital programme in Dublin.

The role required a senior professional capable of operating within a highly regulated environment, with responsibility for programme delivery, stakeholder coordination, and compliance across complex construction projects supporting healthcare infrastructure.

Search strategy

The assignment was led by Mark Rigney, who implemented a targeted, multi-channel recruitment approach aligned with senior project management roles in the public sector.

The search was underpinned by Sonas Technical’s database of over 40,000 construction and engineering professionals across Ireland, supplemented by direct engagement with candidates whose experience aligned with large-scale programme delivery, governance-led environments, and technically complex projects.

Candidate profile

The successful candidate brought over 14 years’ experience across consultancy, client-side, main contracting, and specialist construction environments. Her background provided a well-rounded, end-to-end understanding of project delivery, combining strategic oversight with strong technical, commercial, and regulatory expertise.

She had led the delivery of large-scale residential, commercial, healthcare-adjacent, and high-specification projects, managing programme, budget, quality, and safety performance while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. Her experience included working within tightly governed environments, overseeing procurement and contract administration, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

In addition, her academic and professional qualifications, including postgraduate study in construction law and architectural training, supported a methodical, risk-aware approach aligned with public sector healthcare delivery standards.

Assessment and interview process

Following detailed screening and assessment, Sonas Technical presented a shortlist of suitably qualified candidates to the client.

Interviews were conducted over a structured process that allowed the client to assess candidates’ technical capability, leadership style, and suitability for the operational and governance requirements of a healthcare organisation. Sonas Technical supported the process throughout, facilitating feedback and ensuring alignment between all parties as the appointment progressed to offer stage.

Appointment details

The client proceeded with the appointment of the Senior Project Manager based on her demonstrated capability in managing complex programmes, stakeholder engagement, and compliance-led project environments.

The agreed package comprised a salary of €80,000 per annum, based on a 35-hour working week, together with 30 days of annual leave, reflecting the seniority of the role and the public sector context.

Impact

The appointment strengthened the organisation’s internal programme delivery capability and added experienced leadership to a long-term healthcare capital programme.

By leveraging sector expertise, a deep candidate network, and a consultative recruitment process, Sonas Technical supported a successful outcome that aligned with both immediate project needs and longer-term organisational objectives.