Position Description
Are you looking for a new challenge? We are looking for an Onshore Wind Project Manager to join us on our journey to a Brighter Future. Here in Renewables Projects, we provide project management and engineering services in support of renewable power generation for ESB and external clients.
Working with our colleagues in ESB Asset Development we develop projects as the business case evolves and progress projects based on risks and opportunities. Wind energy has been identified as a key part of ESB’s strategy to increase renewable generation capacity to 5GW by 2030. Projects are expected to be developed from a number of sources including development opportunities and acquisitions.
Due to an increase in the volume of work associated with this programme of projects, a vacancy has arisen for an Onshore Wind Project Manager in Renewable Projects Development (RPD).
Key Responsibilities
- Leading a project team in the delivery of wind farm projects from early development phase through to construction and compliance testing.
- Supporting the ESB Asset Development Team on achieving viable routes to market for projects such as PPA and CFD Auction process.
- Maintain an accurate resource requirement plan to deliver on commitments and work collaboratively with other teams to obtain the necessary resources and input to the company Strategic Resource Plan.
- Support the development and continuous improvement of expertise and skills within the UK onshore team.
- Take responsibility for project health and safety and lead the implementation of CDM, PSDP or Principal Designer processes across the projects.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- 3 years or more relevant post-qualification experience.
- Excellent leadership skills coupled with a track record in delivering projects, with relevant experience in managing engineering and other disciplines.
- A strong understanding of the commercial and technical aspects of project design and construction.
- A good awareness of health and safety procedures, processes, applicable legislation, regulations, directives, professional codes of practice and CDM.
Desirable
- Experience of working independently from own initiative, taking ownership of work / projects and motivating team members to deliver team objectives or projects.
- Experience of the implementation of project management methodologies for projects.
- An understanding of contracts (TSAs, BOPs and EPCs), particularly FIDIC.
- An understanding of onshore wind projects including specific risks associated to development, construction, and operation of onshore wind projects.
Qualifications
Essential
- A recognised degree level / third level qualification in engineering.
Desirable
- Masters in engineering or related discipline.
- Chartered Engineer status with a recognised engineering institution or demonstrate evidence of progression towards same.
- Project Management qualification / certification or working towards the same.
Location
This role will be based at One Dublin Airport Complex (1DAC), ROI. Travel nationwide & internationally will also be a feature of this role.
ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
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Onshore Wind Project Manager
Why Work with Us?
- Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
- Progressive, hybrid working model
- Career development through mentoring and training
- Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
- Sports and Social Clubs
- Networking opportunities
- Credit Union
- Generous Pension
- Access to staff well-being programmes
- Generous parental leave entitlements
- Strong values-based and inclusive culture
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
Salary
€57,950 - €68,150
Closing Date
23rd January 2025
Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie
If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
