Transmission & Distribution Project Manager (CSA).

Jones Engineering; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Job summary

Jones Engineering in Cork (Hybrid) is seeking a Transmission and Distribution Civil Project Manager to lead civil scope on renewable energy projects, coordinating the team and ensuring milestones, cost and quality. You will manage direct labour and subcontractors, carry out site inspections, maintain safety standards and provide clear reports to the Renewables Division Operations Manager.

Requirements: degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and 3–5 years of site-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 3–5 years of site-based construction experience essential.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan, control and manage delivery of projects within cost, time and quality constraints.
• Lead, coordinate and manage project teams including direct labour and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Carry out regular site inspections and report progress to stakeholders.
• Deliver projects from pre-construction through to handover, within budget.

Skills

Civil/Construction management

Site-based construction

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Position: Transmission and Distribution Civil Project Manager, Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) Engineering

Location: Cork (Hybrid)

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 Civil 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:

• Planning, controlling and managing the delivery of your project(s) utilising the necessary resource and skills, within the agreed parameters of cost, timescales and quality.
• Lead, coordinate, and manage project teams, including direct labour and subcontractors, ensuring efficient delivery of civil scope.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and health & safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Instil a strong safety culture and develop the capability of our project team(s) to take personal responsibility through strong visible leadership.
• Carry out regular site inspections to verify adherence to specifications, safety procedures, and quality benchmarks.
• Day to day management of client expectations whilst promoting value.
• 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 projects from pre-construction through to 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 Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• 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 including ground works, cut / fill excavations, road openings, and utility coordination.
• 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.
• Strong electrical engineering knowledge base.
• Strong communications skills, both written and oral required.

Applications

Interested parties should apply here and/or mail [e-mail]

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.

If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a growing industry, please submit your CV, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. 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.