Data Centre – Site Manager

PE Global (UK); Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uplift on salary

Annual bonus

Company vehicle allowance

Ongoing professional development

Flexible working options

Job summary

PE Global (UK) is seeking a Site Manager in Ireland to oversee on-site project activities for a key client. The successful candidate will ensure cost-effective execution of project deliverables, coordinating with local resources and managing quality standards. This role offers a permanent contract with an uplift on salary, a company vehicle, and ongoing professional development.

The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory experience, skills in Microsoft Project, and expertise in managing electrical projects. Join a supportive company during its growth phase.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a supervisory role is essential.
• Must possess basic Microsoft Project or Primavera skills.
• Need a strong understanding of project contracts and HSE.

Responsibilities

• Plan site activities with the Project Manager.
• Coordinate all on-site activities for project execution.
• Manage Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) on the site.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and shipment of equipment.
• Oversee subcontractors to meet project standards.

Skills

Microsoft Project skills

Supervisory experience

Substation AIS / GIS experience

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Understanding of project contracts

Problem-solving skills

Self-motivated

Electrical Engineering qualification

Education

Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification

Job description

Site Manager – Project Execution – Ireland

PE Global is seeking a Site Manager for a key client, a technology leader providing services to global customers, to lead all on-site activities of a project to assure cost-effective execution of project deliverables in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, schedule, and safety requirements during start‑up, construction (and/or erection), commissioning, and maintenance phases.

Responsibilities

• Plan site activities with the Project Manager, including necessary local resources, equipment, and milestones.
• Coordinate all on‑site activities from assignment to handover, ensuring successful execution of start‑up, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning in line with contract specifications, quality standards, schedule, and safety requirements.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with customers, local authorities, banks, and suppliers to ensure active support of field activities.
• Manage Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and project security, maintain an up‑to‑date construction H&S plan, ensure all on‑site resources are trained and promote safety considerations; suspend activities if required.
• Ensure correct handling, storage, and installation of delivered equipment, coordinate on‑site storage and shipment logistics to secure timely delivery.
• Manage subcontractors on site to meet quality, progress, delivery dates, and agreed standards.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Basic Microsoft Project / Primavera skills.
• Previous experience in a supervisory, foreman, or chargehand role.
• Substation AIS / GIS experience.
• Excellent communication and customer‑relations skills.
• Negotiation skills in interactions with internal and external customers.
• Understanding of project contracts, consortium agreements, and Incoterms 2010.
• Ability to assess, propose, and implement solutions for rapid recovery of troubled or challenged projects.
• Self‑motivated with a high level of creativity.
• Electrical Engineering, Electrician, or a technology‑related equivalent qualification.

On Offer

• Uplift on current salary and annual bonus.
• Company vehicle / jeep allowance.
• Permanent contract, 36.5 hours per week.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Flexible working options.
• Opportunity to help steer and share the next phase of growth within a supportive and ambitious company.