Copper Coast Renewables - Project Manager

Solar Ireland; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Ireland seeks a Project Manager to oversee the lifecycle of solar and electrical projects. You will manage everything from design to commissioning, ensuring projects meet budget and quality standards. This role requires a background in engineering, and familiarity with solar PV systems and project management tools. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience and a proven track record in managing large-scale projects. Join a growing team focusing on expanding delivery capabilities.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years managing solar, electrical, or power-infrastructure projects.
• Experience with MV electrical systems is an advantage.
• Deep familiarity with solar PV components, system design, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Managing full project lifecycles from design to commissioning.
• Building and maintaining project schedules and budgets.
• Overseeing procurement of PV modules and MV equipment.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Drawing Review

Communication

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Full Time

Ireland

What the role involves

This role sits at the centre of our delivery team and calls for someone who can balance technical depth with day‑to‑day project leadership. You’ll work closely with our Managing Director, engineering teams, suppliers, utilities, and on‑site crews to keep schedules tight, budgets on track, and quality consistent across every workstream. You’ll also play a key part in maintaining strong relationships with clients and making sure our projects meet the standards expected of a modern renewable energy company.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing full project lifecycles from design, procurement, and construction to commissioning and handover.
• Building and maintaining project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and quality plans.
• Reviewing technical designs, SLDs, layouts, and MV network drawings to ensure compliance and constructability.
• Coordinating with utilities on grid connections, permits, MV switching, and energization.
• Overseeing procurement of PV modules, inverters, structures, MV equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Leading progress meetings, preparing reports, and keeping all stakeholders aligned.
• Working with HSE teams to maintain safe work environments and meet audit requirements.
• Managing subcontractors to ensure delivery meets timelines, quality expectations, and contractual terms.
• Running quality inspections, FAT/SAT processes, and commissioning activities.
• Tracking costs, preparing variations and claims, and supporting cash flow and invoicing.

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification is a plus.
• Experience with MV electrical systems is an advantage.
• Deep familiarity with solar PV components, system design, and performance.
• Good understanding of MV systems, protection schemes, and grid‑integration requirements.
• Strong ability to review technical drawings and work with MS Project or Primavera.
• Hands‑on experience with EPC workflows, construction practices, and commissioning.
• 5–10+ years managing solar, electrical, or power‑infrastructure projects.
• A clear track record delivering commercial, industrial, or utility‑scale PV and MV projects.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors effectively.

If you want to work in a growing renewable energy company that is expanding its delivery capability and taking on increasingly complex projects, we’d like to hear from you.

📍 Location: Ireland

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