Transmission & Distribution Project Manager

Jones Engineering; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Engineering in Cork, Ireland is seeking a Transmission & Distribution Project Manager to lead complex renewable energy and grid connection projects from pre-construction through commissioning. You will coordinate project teams, manage budgets and schedules, ensure safety and compliance, and report to the Renewables Division Operations Manager and Director.

The role requires 3–5 years on-site construction experience, a degree in Electrical Building Services or related field, and strong

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Building Services, Electrical Engineering, or Renewable Energy.
• Experience delivering renewable energy projects, including 38kV, 110kV, and 220kV substations, BESS, grid connections, MV testing and commissioning.
• 3–5 years’ site-based construction experience.
• Excellent delegation and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Own financial performance and management of assigned projects.
• Lead project teams, including direct labour and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations and health & safety standards.
• Carry out regular site inspections to verify specs and quality.
• Coordinate external consultants.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges during construction with timely solutions.
• Provide clear reporting to the Renewables Division Operations Manager, Contracts Manager and Director.
• Deliver electrical projects from pre-construction through to handover on time and within budget.
• Maintain strong commercial and contractual oversight (project P&L).
• Develop cross-functional teams to support project success.

Skills

Electrical Building Services

Electrical Engineering

Renewable Energy

Site-based construction

Team leadership

MV testing & commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Building Services / Electrical Engineering / Renewable Energy

Job description

Job Title : Transmission & Distribution Project Manager

Location: Cork, Ireland

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Job Description

As a Project Manager, with a focus on Transmission & Distribution, you will play a pivotal role in project implementation and execution. You will coordinate the project team and management of the project on a day-to-day basis to ensure key project milestones are achieved and the successful delivery of the project.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Assume accountability for the financial performance and overall management of assigned projects.
• Lead, coordinate, and manage project teams, including direct labour and subcontractors, ensuring efficient delivery.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and health & safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Carry out regular site inspections to verify adherence to specifications, safety procedures, and quality benchmarks.
• Manage and coordinate external consultants.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges during construction, implementing effective and timely solutions.
• Provide clear and consistent reporting to the Renewables Division Operations Manager, Contracts Manager and Director.
• Deliver electrical projects from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Maintain strong commercial and contractual oversight, including a solid understanding of project P&L.
• Effectively manage and develop cross-functional teams to support project success.

Skills and Requirements

To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:

• A degree in Electrical Building Services, Electrical Engineering, or Renewable Energy is essential.
• Proven experience in the construction and delivery of renewable energy projects, including wind and solar developments. This must include onsite involvement with 38kV, 110kV, and 220kV medium-voltage substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), grid connections and MV testing and commissioning.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a similar site-based construction role is essential.
• Excellent delegation and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor a cross-functional team essential.
• Ability to work and collaborate with the wider project team essential.
• Electrical trade background would be advantageous.
• Strong communications skills, both written and oral required.

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.

Please note. We are currently not accepting application from agencies at this time.