Position: Project Manager
Location: Bangor, with travel to various sites across Northern Ireland
Responsible to: Wallace Contracts Ltd – Contracts Manager
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Working hours: Monday – Friday (hours may vary depending on contract and seasonal demand)
Why work for McQuillan Companies
McQuillan Companies is a family-run business based in Northern Ireland, delivering a diverse range of construction, environmental and facilities management services across the public, private and commercial sectors. Our expertise spans civil engineering, road surfacing, demolition and quarrying, including the supply of premium aggregates and bituminous materials, alongside total waste management, and accredited environmental testing. We also provide year-round outdoor and facilities maintenance services such as winter gritting, outdoor cleaning, landscaping, property restoration, and insurance reinstatement.
Together, these capabilities allow us to deliver comprehensive, fully coordinated solutions for our clients. As a growing company with a dynamic and supportive environment, we value diverse perspectives and are committed to creating a workplace where our people can thrive and build rewarding careers.
Wallace Contracts NI Ltd is a well-established, progressive company with over 30 years ofcontinuous growth in delivering high-quality sports pitch and grounds maintenance services across Northern Ireland.
Employee Benefits
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- Pension Scheme
- Full provision of company uniform, PPE, tools and equipment
- Company vehicle or fuel allowance
- Opportunity to work within a well-established, supportive and collaborative team
Overall Objectives
We are seeking an experienced and organised Project Manager to oversee residential property repair projects resulting from insurance claims. The successful candidate will manage projects from initial assessment through completion, ensuring high-quality workmanship, customer satisfaction and compliance with insurance and industry standards.
Working on building, maintenance & refurbishment projects the successful candidate will work closely with the Contracts Manager and Contracts Director to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Oversee all aspects of renovation including, joinery, plastering, tiling, electrical, plumbing and finishing works. Supervise teams and co-ordinate subcontractors
This role requires strong communication skills, construction knowledge, insurance claims experience, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders including clients, adjusters, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage insurance restoration and repair projects from start to finish
- Conduct site inspections and assess scope of works
- Review insurance reports, estimates and claim documentation
- Prepare project schedules, budgets and work plans
- Coordinate subcontractors, trades, suppliers and internal teams
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to quality standards
- Maintain regular communication with homeowners, insurers, loss adjusters and stakeholders
- Monitor health and safety compliance across all project sites
- Resolve project issues, delays and customer concerns promptly
- Track project progress and provide regular reporting to management
- Ensure all documentation, variations and invoices are accurately recorded
- Support business development through strong customer service and relationship management
Essential Criteria
- Knowledge of current building regulations and best building practices
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in project management and estimating software
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable Criteria
- Qualification in Construction Management, Building Surveying, or related field
- Experience working with insurers, loss adjusters, and restoration contractors
- Health & Safety certification (SMSTS, CSCS, or equivalent)
Closing date for applications is:Friday 24th July 2026.
This job description should not be regarded as conclusive or definite. It is a guideline within which the individual jobholder works. It is not intended to be rigid or inflexible and may alter as the Companys strategic direction changes.
Skills:Excellent communication skills Attention to detail Excellent time management Organisational skills Ability to work on own initiative Pro-Active approach Good Report writing skills
Benefits:Competitive salaries An excellent employee pension scheme L&D opportunities
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