Senior Technology Manager

BnM; Newbridge; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BnM is seeking a Senior Technology Manager to lead the Technology Strategy for the PowerGen unit and to drive procurement, delivery, and governance of dispatchable energy projects in Ireland. You will coordinate with commercial teams, engage with technology providers, and oversee JV activities to ensure successful execution from feasibility through COD.

The role requires 7–10 years at senior management level, strong project management skills, and experience with gas turbine technology, Grid

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering large energy projects.
• Strong MS Office and project management tools proficiency.
• Ability to manage JV projects and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of a Technology Strategy for the PowerGen unit.
• Provide specialist technical expertise for procurement of dispatchable energy technology.
• Manage dispatchable energy projects from feasibility to commercial operation.
• Oversee procurement and contract management in line with policies and regulations.
• Maintain records and reports; engage stakeholders and senior management.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

Project management

Contract negotiation

Communication

Education

Engineering degree (NFQ 8)

Project Management qualification

Job description

BnM is currently looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Technology Manager to join our Commercial team. To lead the assessment, specification, procurement, engineering, construction management and performance testing of new power generation technology with a primary focus on gas turbines. Act as BnM subject matter expert in Derrygreenagh Power JV. Success will be measured by successful tenders issued and project delivery for DG Power enabled by subject matter knowledge and representing BnM interests within the JV. Support the development of business case and technology selections for BnM Energy Parks.

The Role:

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

• Lead the development and implementation of a Technology Strategy for the PowerGen business unit, to inform the approach to technology contract procurement, operations and maintenance. Key to the development of this strategy will be thorough understanding of gas turbine technology, market trends and electricity markets.
• Work with the commercial team to provide specialist technical expertise in support of the procurement of dispatchable energy technology. Engage with and manage the interface with technology providers and investor's technical and commercial due diligence advisers to provide all required data.
• Project manage the delivery of dispatchable energy projects from feasibility through to commercial operation through the execution of agreed project management plans to ensure all deliverables are achieved on time and within the scopes and budgets.
• Manage the procurement of all goods and services required in accordance with company policy and Irish and EU legislative requirements. Actively engage with key suppliers to negotiate main project contracts on favourable commercial terms which are in line with marketplace norms. Administer key project contracts and oversee the delivery of goods and services in accordance the contract terms and technical specifications set.
• Monitor and control performance against plan and ensure records, accounts and reports are maintained. Implement stakeholder management plans and liaise with senior management and shareholders to keep them appraised of project status.
• 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.

The Person:

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

• 7-10 years at Senior Manager or equivalent level
• Experience in delivery of large energy projects thru FID/COD phases.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel and MS Project.
• Knowledge/Experience of Irish construction standards and practices as well as Grid Code and standards.
• Excellent knowledge of dispatchable energy technology (preferably gas turbines, BESS or a combination) is essential for this role.
• Excellent project management skills are essential for this role.
• Excellent commercial contract negotiation skills are essential for this role.
• Excellent report writing and communications skills are essential for this role.
• Honours Degree in Engineering (NFQ 8), recognised Project Management qualification an advantage
• Experience of working as part of multidisciplinary teams with experience of working on JV projects an advantage.
• Experience in large Energy Infrastructure Development (preferably thermal/dispatchable) desirable

If you wish to be considered, simply apply on or before 16th September 2026.