Associate Renewables

Fehily Timoney and Company; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) is a leading Irish consultancy delivering sustainable infrastructure projects across wind, solar and storage. We are seeking an Associate to join the Sustainable Infrastructure team in Dublin, Cork or Carlow, focusing on renewables.

The successful candidate will lead multi-disciplinary design teams, manage client relationships, mentor junior engineers and drive designs, reports and tender documents for complex renewable schemes while upholding quality and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor level or higher in Civil Engineering with Chartered Engineer status.
• 15 years post-graduate experience in renewables and infrastructure projects.
• Experience in Ireland or the U.K. and in design and build delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary design teams delivering projects on time, to quality and budget.
• Manage a portfolio of projects with client relationships and communications.
• Mentor junior Engineers and Project Managers within Sustainable Infrastructure.
• Prepare designs, technical reports and tender documents for renewables projects.
• Plan and manage design work with discipline leads and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with QA systems and health and safety legislation.
• Coordinate with project team and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Project management

Team management

Communication

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Job description

Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) is one of Ireland’s largest indigenous consultancies specialising in Sustainable Infrastructure, Circular Economy, Environment, Energy and Renewables.

FT’s team of skilled civil, structural, and geotechnical engineers, and scientists deliver comprehensive, sustainable design and project management solutions. We offer end-to-end consultancy services, encompassing site selection, feasibility studies, option evaluation, planning, detailed design, procurement, contract administration, and construction supervision. FT’s integrated approach ensures cost-effective and sustainable outcomes for both public and private sector clients.

FT is seeking to appoint an Associate with a focus on renewables projects, to join our Sustainable Infrastructure team in either our Cork, Carlow or Dublin offices.

The successful candidate will become part of an established and dynamic company, with the opportunity to expand their expertise and broaden their profession experience. The role provides exposure to a diverse range of renewable projects including Wind Farms, Solar Farms and BESS projects, including Design, Independent Checking, Design and Build, and Owners Engineer roles.

FT offers the successful candidate a clear path for career development to Director positions.

FT's Responsibilities

What would my main responsibilities be in this role?

• Leading multi-disciplinary design teams, ensuring projects are delivered to the required timescales, quality and budgets
• Managing a portfolio of projects including client relationships and communications for their group of projects
• Mentoring and managing more junior Engineers and Project Managers within the Sustainable Infrastructure Division
• Preparation of designs, technical reports and tender documents for renewable projects
• Planning and managing design work, working closely with Engineering Discipline Leads and Technicians
• Ensuring compliance with our quality assurance and management systems and relevant health and safety legislation
• Coordinating his/her work with other members of the project and Sustainable Infrastructure team
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders for his/her project

Skills / Qualifications

Am I the right person for the role?

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field and Chartered Engineer status
• 15 years post-graduate experience in renewables and infrastructure projects
• Experience in the design and delivery of renewables and infrastructure schemes, including delivering projects in Ireland or the U.K.
• Experience in the delivery of design and build projects a plus
• Multi-disciplinary design management experience
• Experience engaging with clients, external stakeholders and sub-consultants
• Candidate should be a high energy professional with excellent communication, organisation and analytical skills
• Flexible and a good team player
• Works efficiently and on own initiative
• Must be prepared to travel to site visits and client meetings

Is FT the right fit for you?

Join our team and enjoy a premium benefits package that features:

Continuous Professional Development

• We’re passionate about helping you grow, providing resources and training opportunities for ongoing professional development and to encourage your creative thinking. Team members have 5 CPD learning days per year. FT’s commitment to CPD is recognised through our CPD Accredited Employer standard.

Employee Experience

• When you join FT, you’re becoming part of a vibrant community – not just a workplace – where continuous learning, personal growth and development are at the core of what we do. We are committed to offering clear careers paths, goal setting support and meaningful opportunities for achievement. Beyond professional development, we also provide a diverse and enriching experience, including chances to get involved in climate action and sustainability, fundraising and volunteering. We offer sports and social events throughout the year.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• In FT, we don’t just talk about equality - we live it through our vibrant culture that celebrates diversity, promotes inclusion, and prioritises your wellbeing with dedicated programs. FT is proud of our commitment and is accredited for inclusive and diverse practices.

Family Benefits

• We view employees as individuals with full and busy lives outside of the workplace. We aim to celebrate life’s joyful moments and provide support during challenging times. That’s why we offer leave for important personal milestones such as getting married, buying a house and flexible parental leave. We also provide compassionate leave and paid sick leave when needed. In recognition of special occasions, FT offers gifts to employees celebrating their nuptials and welcoming a new baby.
• FT offer competitive compensation packages, full support for professional membership fees, and gifts each year to show our appreciation for all staff contributions. Complimentary parking is available at each of our offices.
• We believe that true wellbeing encompasses both physical and mental health. To support this, we offer a variety of wellbeing benefits including a health and lifestyle contribution that can be used to meet your personal and family health needs – recognising that wellbeing looks different for everyone.
• Employees in our Dublin office can enjoy complimentary gym membership, and all staff have access to flu vaccines and regular health screenings. We also offer a bike to work scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and support from our inhouse mental health first aid team.

Work Life Balance

• At FT we understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential to a positive, productive and healthy work environment. That’s why FT offers a flexible range of benefits designed to support our employees’ wellbeing including early weekend starts with shorter Fridays, hot desking in our offices, hybrid working options, flexi start system, 22 to 27 days annual leave and 4 company days per year.