Energy Retrofit Project Manager (Public Sector)

Gilder Search Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 hour week

30 days annual leave

Hybrid work

Mileage

Yearly salary increments

Job summary

Public Sector Client in Dublin is recruiting an Energy Project Manager to oversee energy and carbon reduction initiatives across minor and major capital works. The role focuses on energy efficiency, procurement, budgeting, and cross-disciplinary collaboration within a public-sector setting.

The position offers a 2-year contract with scope for extension and possible permanency, with a hybrid working arrangement and opportunities to drive energy retrofit projects and sustainability strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (level 8) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Sustainable Energy Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy, electrical or mechanical engineering, ideally within a consultancy.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing capital projects, budgets, and cross-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client interests in Minor Works and Maintenance programmes, with a focus on energy and carbon reduction.
• Plan and supervise execution of major and minor capital works, particularly related to energy and carbon upgrades.
• Assist in preparing briefs and budgets for capital projects.
• Manage design, procurement, and delivery of energy-focused minor capital works.
• Collaborate with Green and Energy Teams and the Regional Energy Bureau.
• Embed energy management best practices into everyday operations.
• Provide professional guidance in Energy Efficient Design and decarbonisation.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Sustainable Energy Engineering

Job description

A public sector client is currently recruiting for an Energy Project Manager to join their team in .Dublin 7 This is an initial 2-year contract role which offers great scope for extension and future permanency.

Benefits

• 35 hour working week.
• 30 days of annual leave
• Hybrid work
• Mileage
• Yearly increments in salary

Responsibilities

• Manage client interests in Minor Works and Maintenance programmes, with a focus on energy and carbon reduction.
• Optimise estate value and ensure best value for money in project delivery.
• Monitor construction programmes and cost plans to minimise impacts from variations.
• Plan and supervise execution of major and minor capital works, particularly related to energy and carbon upgrades.
• Assist in preparing briefs and budgets for capital projects.
• Manage minor works lists, select contractors, and recommend tenders for acceptance.
• Ensure compliance with EU procurement rules and financial regulations.
• Supervise staff and contractors during project implementation.
• Provide technical support to estates and service personnel.
• Support implementation of Energy Efficient Design across all projects.
• Assist Property Manager with property management strategies and plans focused on energy and carbon targets.
• Ensure property transactions meet statutory and energy compliance.
• Assess infrastructure conditions including upkeep, space utilisation, and security.
• Help develop plans and contracts for maintenance programmes.
• Define equipment/building requirements focusing on maintainability and efficiency.
• Recommend maintenance contract awards and work with selected contractors.
• Prepare maintenance budgets and resource plans.
• Ensure buildings and equipment are maintained as per approved programmes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory permissions and safety requirements.
• Coordinate fire safety and environmental risk procedures with relevant officers.
• Evaluate building performance and seek continuous improvement.
• Maintain working knowledge of HIQA Standards and comply with relevant protocols.
• Advise on facilities and environmental matters, including legislative compliance.
• Promote sustainability and low-carbon initiatives.
• Support Energy Officers in developing retrofit project pipelines and securing funding.
• Manage design, procurement, and delivery of energy-focused minor capital works.
• Collaborate with Green and Energy Teams and the Regional Energy Bureau.
• Embed energy management best practices into everyday operations.
• Provide professional guidance in Energy Efficient Design and decarbonisation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (level 8) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Sustainable Energy Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy, electrical or mechanical engineering, ideally within a consultancy. Ideally across healthcare projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing capital projects, budgets, and cross-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.