Project Manager

Greenvolt Next; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role

Job summary

Greenvolt Next is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to deliver construction programmes across Ireland's Midlands and County Louth. The role blends hybrid site presence with periodic office work, and requires leadership of multi-disciplinary teams, strong HSE, and contract management to ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery.

You will manage EPC contracts, risk, procurement, and stakeholder reporting, coordinating with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with substantial site experience considered.
• Minimum 5 years’ PM experience in construction/utilities/renewable energy.
• Strong knowledge of construction regulations and HSE standards.
• Proven ability to manage EPC contracts, variations, claims, and documentation.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams across sites and offices.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of construction programmes across Ireland’s Midlands and County Louth.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Manage EPC contracts, variations, and contractual compliance; oversee commissioning and handover.
• Develop and monitor project schedules using MS Project or Primavera; track milestones and risks.
• Coordinate procurement, subcontractors, and cash flow; report to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Project planning

HSE compliance

Contract mgmt

Team coordination

Solar PV experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Engineering/Renewable Energy

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Job description

Greenvolt Next is committed to the Distributed Energy Generation, as this is one of the main axes of energy transition and key to reduce the costs of energy bills. We have partnerships across Europe relying on local knowledge and market expertise.

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of construction projects, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, while managing programme, cost, and stakeholder expectations. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to drive project teams towards achieving project objectives.

Location: Ireland (Midlands & County Louth)

This is a hybrid role with a site presence requirement. The successful candidate will be responsible for projects located across the Midlands and County Louth and will be expected to travel to project sites. Periodic attendance at Greenvolt Next's Waterford office will also be required.

Key Accountabilities

1. Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013.
• Lead the implementation of H&S, PSCS, and statutory duties throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee and approve RAMS, Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), and permit-to-work systems.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all teams and subcontractors.
• Lead emergency response readiness and conduct thorough incident investigations

2. Technical & Contractual Knowledge

• Demonstrate strong understanding of civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes, particularly for solar PV projects.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents, ensuring design intent is delivered.
• Manage EPC contracts, including variations, claims, and contractual compliance.
• Oversee commissioning, energisation, and all project handover requirements.
• Develop, monitor, and update project programmes using MS Project or Primavera.
• Track progress, report on milestones, and forecast schedule impacts.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, bottlenecks, and delays.
• Coordinate multiple work fronts and resource allocation across subcontractors and internal teams.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring alignment, communication, and productivity.
• Run effective project meetings, toolbox talks, and coordination briefings.
• Resolve conflicts promptly and elevate issues where appropriate.
• Promote collaboration, strong team morale, and a continuous improvement mindset.

5. Quality Assurance & Documentation

• Oversee Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), inspections, and quality sign-offs.
• Identify potential quality issues early and implement corrective actions.
• Manage project documentation including as-builts, redlines, O&M manuals, and handover files.
• Ensure all solar modules, cables, racking, and mechanical works comply with required standards.
• Develop, track, and control project budgets.
• Manage valuations, payment applications, variations, and change control.
• Oversee procurement, subcontractor accounts, and commercial packages.
• Understand and manage project cash flow and monthly financial reporting.

7. Stakeholder & Client Interface

• Communicate proactively with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and statutory authorities.
• Manage client expectations, respond to queries, and provide professional project updates.
• Prepare and deliver clear and informative reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Lead project handover and deliver client training and operational briefings.
• Ensure full compliance with environmental controls and project planning conditions.
• Implement and monitor waste, noise, dust, and water management controls.
• Demonstrate understanding of biodiversity and ecological requirements on renewable sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related technical discipline
• (Equivalent trade qualification with substantial site experience also considered.)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management within construction, utilities, or the renewable energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013, PSCS duties, and statutory compliance.
• Proven ability to manage EPC contracts, variations, claims, and contractual documentation.
• Strong technical understanding of civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes, particularly for solar PV projects.
• Demonstrated competence in project planning and scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera, or similar).
• Hands-on experience in quality assurance, ITPs, inspections, and technical documentation (as-builts, O&M files).
• Financial literacy with experience in budget control, cash flow, valuations, and cost forecasting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience coordinating construction, commissioning, and energisation activities.
• Ability to manage environmental controls, waste, noise, dust, and planning conditions on construction sites.

This job description is intended as a general guideline and is not exhaustive; it is a flexible document and may be subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the company.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and give consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity! Note this role is based in Ireland and you must be based in Ireland to complete the tasks of this role

We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone.

Please note: We do not require assistance from recruitment agencies and will not be accepting unsolicited agency submissions for this vacancy.