Energy Project Manager

Watt Footprint; Dublin; Remote; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Professional development

Team-building events

Annual leave 23 days

Health plan

Job summary

Watt Footprint in Ireland seeks a client-facing Energy Project Manager to lead delivery of energy efficiency and sustainability projects, overseeing mechanical systems from design to on-site implementation.

The role is remote, but candidates must be based in Ireland, hold a full driver’s licence, and be available for monthly in-person training events. You will collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure high performance and client satisfaction throughout.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in energy efficiency, HVAC or renewable energy.
• Proven experience in managing client relationships and delivering engineering solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems and energy-efficient building technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex systems to non-technical audiences.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of cross-functional teams.
• Highly organised, with experience managing multiple projects and site-based implementation.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the mechanical engineering aspects of energy efficiency projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines
• Serve as the primary client-facing representative for mechanical systems, effectively managing client expectations and communications
• Conduct on-site assessments and manage relationships with contractors and subcontractors during implementation and commissioning phases
• Design, specify, and optimise mechanical systems, including HVAC, heat pumps, and other energy-efficient technologies
• Develop detailed technical documentation and project specifications for mechanical installations
• Collaborate closely with project managers, electrical engineers, and energy consultants to integrate mechanical systems into holistic project designs
• Ensure all mechanical designs comply with building regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines
• Provide hands-on technical oversight during installation, testing, and troubleshooting phases
• Monitor system performance post-installation to ensure effectiveness and client satisfaction

Skills

Client-facing

Project management

Mechanical engineering

HVAC

Heat pumps

Systems design

Documentation

Cross-functional

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are looking for a client-facing, detail-orientedEnergy Project Managerto lead deliver our energy efficiency and sustainability projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of mechanical systems from initial design through to on-site implementation, working closely with clients, contractors, and our internal teams. You will act as the key point of contact for mechanical engineering elements, ensuring systems are high-performing, innovative, and aligned with each client’s sustainability and energy goals. You will manage the full lifecycle of the mechanical workstream, including system design, contractor coordination, site visits, installation oversight, and commissioning - ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction throughout.

While the role is remote, candidatesmust be based in Ireland, possess a full driver’s licence, and be available for monthly in-person company training events.

The Role:

We are looking for a client-facing, detail-orientedEnergy Project Managerto lead deliver our energy efficiency and sustainability projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of mechanical systems from initial design through to on-site implementation, working closely with clients, contractors, and our internal teams. You will act as the key point of contact for mechanical engineering elements, ensuring systems are high-performing, innovative, and aligned with each client’s sustainability and energy goals. You will manage the full lifecycle of the mechanical workstream, including system design, contractor coordination, site visits, installation oversight, and commissioning - ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction throughout.

While the role is remote, candidatesmust be based in Ireland, possess a full driver’s licence, and be available for monthly in-person company training events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the mechanical engineering aspects of energy efficiency projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines
• Serve as the primary client-facing representative for mechanical systems, effectively managing client expectations and communications
• Conduct on-site assessments and manage relationships with contractors and subcontractors during implementation and commissioning phases
• Design, specify, and optimise mechanical systems, including HVAC, heat pumps, and other energy-efficient technologies
• Develop detailed technical documentation and project specifications for mechanical installations
• Collaborate closely with project managers, electrical engineers, and energy consultants to integrate mechanical systems into holistic project designs
• Ensure all mechanical designs comply with building regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines
• Provide hands-on technical oversight during installation, testing, and troubleshooting phases
• Monitor system performance post-installation to ensure effectiveness and client satisfaction

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience, ideally in energy efficiency, HVAC or renewable energy
• Proven experience in managing client relationships and delivering engineering solutions
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems and energy-efficient building technologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex systems to non-technical audiences
• Comfortable working independently and as part of cross-functional teams
• Highly organised, with experience managing multiple projects and site-based implementation

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary of 40-55k based on experince with a quarlerly performance based bonus structure
• Flexible working hours to support work/life balance
• Professional development opportunities to support your career ambitions
• Monthly team-building workshops and social events
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Employer funded health plan