Senior Project Manager

Enexa Partners; Newbridge; Hybrid; EUR 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer matched pension contributions

Wellbeing support and counselling

Subscriptions to professional bodies

Job summary

Enexa Partners is seeking a Senior Project Manager for large-scale renewable energy projects based in Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland.

The role operates in a hybrid model, combining home and on-site work where applicable, and oversees development through operation for wind, solar, and battery storage assets. The ideal candidate has a third-level degree in Engineering, Business or Project Management and at least 10 years in large-scale energy delivery, including 5+ years in a PM role within the

Qualifications

• A third-level degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in large-scale energy or infrastructure project delivery, with at least 5 years as a Project Manager in energy.
• Professional project management certification (e.g. PMP) desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen with budgets, procurement, contracts, and resource optimization.
• Familiarity with Regulatory, Grid, and Planning Frameworks relevant to Energy Infrastructure in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale Renewable Energy projects through all development phases (Planning, Commercialisation, Construction, Commissioning, Operation).
• Coordinate cross-functional teams within a matrix structure, leveraging PMO guidance and technical expertise.
• Procure construction contracts, negotiate long-term offtake agreements, and secure project financing.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Procurement

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Energy sector experience

Education

Bachelor/ Master in Engineering, Business or Project Management

Master’s degree advantageous

Tools

PMP certification desirable

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Large-Scale Renewable Energy Projects / Wind, Solar, Battery Storage)

Location: Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland (Hybrid working model with blended working from home and on-site where applicable)

Duration: Permanent

Function: Renewables

Reporting to: PMO Program Manager

In partnership with our client an Irish Renewable Energy Power Generation company, who is hiring a Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for delivering Large-Scale Renewable Energy projects, managing all aspects of Project Development through to Operation. They provide Senior Technical and Project Management expertise to the development of key Renewable and Flexible Technology Projects in their Development pipeline.

Working within the Renewable Energy program structure, the role leads individual Project Delivery, ensuring Commercial, Technical, and Financial Success in line with their governance and quality standards. The Senior Project Manager plays a key part in advancing Wind, Solar, Battery Storage, and Grid Infrastructure projects that support their strategic objectives.

The main duties and responsibilities of the role will include the following:

Lead Large-Scale Renewable Energy Infrastructure projects through all phases of development including Planning, Commercialisation, Construction, Commissioning and Operation. Coordinate across functional teams in a matrix structure, leveraging PMO Guidance, Technical Experts, and Operational Stakeholders to achieve project objectives. Ensure alignment with their Strategic Goals, Governance Frameworks, and portfolio priorities.

Work with their Functional Leads and PMO operations to Procure Construction Contracts, Negotiate Long-Term Offtake Agreements, and secure Project Financing. Monitor Budgets, Forecasts, and Cost Controls across the Project Lifecycle, ensuring financial viability and value for money. Support the PMO in delivering accurate portfolio-level financial reporting and compliance.

Finalise Planning Consents, Permits, and Statutory Approvals required for construction and operational readiness. Ensure adherence to Regulatory, Environmental, and Grid Compliance requirements, working collaboratively with functional leads. Identify and mitigate compliance risks proactively, escalating through the PMO as needed.

Serve as the Primary Project Lead for internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, regulators, technology suppliers, and community partners. Work within the matrix structure to align cross-functional teams, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and communication channels. Maintain strong collaborative relationships with the PMO to facilitate portfolio-level consistency and delivery standards.

Analyse and appraise overall Project Risk profiles and provide regular updates so as shareholders are provided with accurate information in which to make their decisions. Prepare all documentation required to obtain investment approvals. Plan and oversee operational handover, ensuring readiness for full-scale operation and integration with ongoing Portfolio Management.

Provide timely, accurate, and transparent project reporting to the PMO and Program Managers, supporting portfolio-level oversight. Maintain project governance in line with PMO methodologies, ensuring alignment with company-wide standards and processes. Capture lessons learned and best practices, feeding back into PMO processes to improve overall Project Delivery capability.

All employees are expected to co-operate fully with all provisions taken by the company for ensuring Health and Safety, and Welfare of co-employees and members of the public using the premises.

Proactively participate in the Performance Management process to ensure delivery of own, and the wider team's objectives.

What they're looking for:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualification, skills, knowledge, and attributes:

A third-level degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management or a related discipline (Master’s degree advantageous).

Minimum 10 years’ experience in large scale energy or infrastructure project delivery, with at least 5 in a Project Manager role within the energy sector.

Professional project management certification (e.g. PMP or equivalent) is desirable.

Strong commercial acumen and experience in budget control, procurement, contract management, and resource optimisation. Familiarity with Regulatory, Grid, and Planning Frameworks relevant to

Energy Infrastructure in Ireland is essential.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams, Manage Stakeholder Relationships, and Deliver Projects in complex, multi-stakeholder settings.

In depth knowledge of Project Management Principles, with the ability to manage a Large-Scale Energy Project through Development and Construction using a Lean outsourced project management structure.

Other Benefits Include:

• Employer matched pension contributions
• They invest in their people and have a strong commitment to your development.
• They provide free, confidential counselling & wellbeing support service that provides in-the-moment support to you. It also provides access to self-guided meditation, Fitness & Nutrition Pathways, Digital Gym & on demand webinars.
• They fund subscriptions for work-related professional bodies.