Public Sector Project Manager

& SummaryWe are seeking an experienced project manager to join our Consulting practice, with a focus on the Public Sector.
The role offers a chance to contribute to and support a variety of client engagements, helping drive project team success within the project management, change and innovation space.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience working on public sector transformation, policy implementation, regulatory change, or large-scale government programmes, as we continue to deliver impactful change across this sector.Embrace the possibility to apply – at Grant Thornton we are constantly upskilling our staff.
If you do not meet all of the listed requirements, please do not be discouraged from applying.
We value a growth-oriented mindset and are dedicated to supporting you in reaching your full potential.Roles & ResponsibilitiesCollaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to successfully deliver and manage projects across a range of key public sector initiatives, including:Project Management DeliveryLeading the delivery of complex public sector projects and programmes, ensuring high-quality outputs and meeting tight deadlines.Defining and driving projects across all stages of the project life cycle, from initiation to implementation and evaluation.Managing cross-functional teams spanning multiple departments, agencies and functions.Developing project plans, defining roles and responsibilities and creating clear communication strategies tailored to diverse stakeholder groups.Identifying and implementing innovative process improvements and solutions within a public service context.Business DevelopmentProviding expert advice on project and programme management frameworks to support public sector clients in achieving operational and policy goals.Acting as a key liaison between government departments, agencies, and external partners to ensure alignment and collaboration.Facilitating workshops to define project scopes, policy objectives, and business requirements, documenting and sharing outcomes with stakeholders.Engaging elected officials, senior civil servants, and external partners to drive project momentum and success.Supporting and driving business development initiatives, including the preparation of proposals and tenders for new public sector opportunities.Skills and ExperienceEducation and CertificationsA third level degree, with a strong academic record.Project Management certification, with a demonstrated ability to apply best practices, tools and methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, or tailored approaches) to deliver measurable project outcomes.Minimum of 4-8 years of relevant experience depending on the level being applied for.Skills and CompetenciesStrong project and programme management experience leading and managing large multi-disciplinary teams comprised of clients, consultants, and third-party vendors.Experience working on transformational projects and change in the Public Sector.Extensive experience working in the Public Sector, with knowledge of its governance, regulatory and operational landscape.Proven track record of successfully managing end-to-end projects across all stages of the project life cycle, particularly in complex government or public service environments.Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to public service excellence and developing effective working relationships with stakeholders.Strong multi-tasking abilities and the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic policy and political environment.Experience in leading business development opportunities as well as crafting and responding to public sector tenders would be favourable.Expertise in senior stakeholder engagement, including government departments, agencies, and C-Suite / Senior Management.An ability to balance big-picture thinking with acute attention to detail.A natural curiosity to explore opportunities for public sector reform and service improvement.A creative, problem-solving mindset and initiative-driven approach.Life at Grant Thornton Reward and benefits: Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish.
We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.We offer an excellent range of rewards and benefits to suit your lifestyle:Performance based bonus schemeEmployer Pension ContributionsCareer progression with an annual promotion cycle (dependent on eligibility)Professional subscriptions paidHealth insurance group scheme discountAnnual flu vaccinationOnsite gym (Dublin)Employee assistance programmeFresh fruit in each office dailyBike to Work schemePay day breakfastBe Well initiativeTravel ticket schemesFunded sports and social eventsLife assurance schemeEmployee discountsFind out more about the benefits at Grant Thornton here: .
Flexible working environment:At Grant Thornton we promote a flexible working environment and are currently support a hybrid working model.
We also offer employees the opportunity to avail of a compressed working week the Friday before each Bank Holiday and every week from June – August inclusive.
This allows employees the opportunity to finish at 3pm on a Friday, subject to client approval.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:At Grant Thornton, we provide equitable opportunities for all our colleagues.
We are a responsible, sustainable business where Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) are at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda.
Today, we continue to build and develop on our existing ED&I structure and strategy to meet our workplace culture needs.
People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied backgrounds, racial differences, cultures, sexual orientations, religious orientations, ages, gender identities, abilities and family types present diverse viewpoints which need to be heard and valued.We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the Firm.
We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them.
Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our clients.
Our Firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer.
You form the bedrock of our Firm's best-practice principles, and we will champion you as leaders from day one.Recognition:We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrate success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours.
Our recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements.
Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme.
We also offer a defined contribution pension and life assurance.
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