Electrical Project Manager - Solar Farms

Protential Resources; Munster; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full relocation assistance

Job summary

Protential Resources is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead large-scale solar farm projects in Ireland. This role requires coordinating developers/clients, design teams, electrical contractors, equipment suppliers, utility grid stakeholders and site teams.

Relocation to Ireland is provided for the right candidate. You will manage electrical delivery, oversee SCADA/grid connections, and ensure safety and compliance across all project phases.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical construction/renewable energy.
• Experience managing electrical packages or projects within solar PV/renewables desirable.
• Strong understanding of LV/MV electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical delivery of utility-scale solar farm projects from mobilisation to energisation and handover.
• Lead coordination meetings with developers/clients, design teams, contractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate electrical works with the overall construction programme and other trades.
• Oversee electrical subcontractors to ensure safety and compliance with project specs.
• Oversee installation of core electrical infra including DC cabling, LV/MV, inverters, substations, switchgear, earthing, SCADA and grid connections.
• Build client relationships and manage risks and commercial expectations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Renewable energy

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

SCADA

LV/MV systems

Job description

Job Description:

An industry-leading company in the renewable energy sector is looking for an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead large-scale solar farm projects.

This is a key hands-on role for a professional who combines strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and excellent communication skills. You will act as the central link connecting developers/clients, design teams, electrical contractors, equipment suppliers, utility grid stakeholders, and site teams.

Full relocation support to Ireland is provided for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the electrical delivery of utility-scale solar farm projects from mobilisation through to energisation, commissioning, and handover.
• Act as the primary electrical interface between the company, developers/clients, design consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers, leading all coordination and progress meetings.
• Coordinate electrical works with the overall construction programme, ensuring close integration across civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical activities.
• Manage electrical and specialist contractors to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and in strict accordance with project specifications.
• Oversee the installation of core electrical infrastructure, including DC cabling, LV/MV systems, inverters, transformers, substations, switchgear, earthing, SCADA, and grid connections.
• Build strong client relationships, communicate risks and technical challenges early, and manage expectations while protecting the company's commercial position.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent recognised electrical/engineering qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in electrical construction, renewable energy
• Previous experience managing electrical packages or projects within the solar PV, renewable energy or power infrastructure sector is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of utility-scale solar farm electrical systems.
• Good knowledge of LV and MV electrical systems, transformers, switchgear, cabling, earthing and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Experience with substations, grid connections, SCADA/communications and commissioning would be highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to manage electrical subcontractors and specialist contractors.
• Valid driving licence