Deputy Team Leader

About the Company

At Nicholas O'Dwyer, sustainability is at the core of our work. If you are looking to advance your career in a socially responsible company, which has a proven track record over 90 years, and is committed to creating a sustainable planet, we invite you to be part of our team.

Our mission is to provide innovative and reliable solutions using cutting edge technology and expertise, to ensure project success and employee satisfaction. We deliver infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection, and energy including renewables. With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

As part of the RSK Group, an amalgamation of over 200 companies with more than 15,000 employees, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy.

Job Summary:

Nicholas O'Dwyer is seeking a Deputy Team Leader / Deputy Project Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering wastewater infrastructure projects in Mersin, Türkiye. This role will assist the delivery and team coordination for the design review and construction supervision and defects notification period phases of several wastewater treatment plants and marine outfalls in multiple locations within the municipality of Mersin.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Team Leader in supervising wastewater treatment plant construction projects, ensuring compliance with FIDIC contract conditions and EBRD requirements.
• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring, including reviewing contractor programs, tracking milestones, and identifying deviations from the project plan.
• Coordinate with stakeholders (Client, PIU, contractors, consultants) to facilitate communication, resolve issues, and ensure timely decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee quality, safety, and environmental compliance by monitoring contractor adherence to approved plans (e.g., CESMP, QMP) and supporting the implementation of corrective actions as needed.
• Contribute to reporting and documentation, including preparing or reviewing progress reports, cost reports, and supporting the Team Leader in maintaining accurate project records and deliverables.
• Maintaining a culture of continuous improvements across all aspects of the working environment and projects.
• Training will be provided to fulfil the requirements of your role, your participation to all essential training will be required.
• To ensure maximum flexibility and to reflect the Company's evolving needs, additional tasks and responsibilities will form part of this role as it evolves.

Key Requirements:

• BSc in Civil or Environmental Engineering as a minimum.
• Proven experience in the management of delivery of Wastewater Treatment Plants.
• Minimum of 10 years professional experience,
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supervision services of wastewater treatment plant construction projects as Project Manager, Team Leader, or equivalent position.
• Previous experience with execution or supervision of at least one project financed by the International Financial Institutions (such as EBRD, IFC, AFD, WB, ADB, AfDB) and under FIDIC Conditions of Contract.
• Experience in construction supervision services of at least two large-scale WWTP projects.
• Knowledge of FIDIC conditions of contract
• Preferably, PMP or similar reputable accredited project management certification or postgraduates in project management.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required, whereas knowledge of Turkish is desirable.
• Experience in the region is desirable.
• Competent in office packages, Microsoft, excel PowerPoint etc.
• Good time management skills, with the ability to prioritise work and manage many tasks concurrently.
• Excellent clear and concise communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team.
• You will have an agile and “Can Do” mindset.
• Ambitions initiative-taker with high self-standards.
• Motivated to be part of a Company with a real purpose, improving the quality of people’s lives and communities.

Our mission is to deliver sustainable solutions that transform communities and bring about lasting positive change. Through a blend of expertise, innovation and global dedication, we envision a world where sustainable engineering protects growing communities.

Nicholas O’Dwyer provides professional services in engineering design, project management, environment and planning, construction supervision and technical and contract advisory. We are one of the most respected Irish consultancies operating in local and international markets, providing professional services to public- and private-sector clients.

Whether in Ireland, the UK or internationally, we understand and solve major challenges associated with delivering and adapting infrastructure for an increasing global population while maintaining a sustainable environment for future generations.

Nicholas O’Dwyer is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?