Job Description

Project Manager – Renewable Energy Systems
Location: Waterford
Sector: Energy Systems
Role Type: Full-Time
Mode: Based in-office with 1/2 days on site
Salary: Depending on Experience

About the Role
Optimize Recruitment, working closely with our client, is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of Solar farm projects across Munster (Cork Initally). The company is a well-established energy contractor delivering high-spec infrastructure and utility-scale projects. Reporting to the Contracts Manager/Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading projects from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance are met. This is a full-time permanent role offering long-term career development opportunities.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Pension contribution
• Income protection & death-in-service benefits
• Professional membership & training support
• 28 Days Annual Leave
• Career development programmes

Responsibilities

• Act as the key liaison between client, contractors, and internal teams
• Oversee projects from pre-construction through commissioning and handover
• Lead multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors on all project phases
• Manage programmes, budgets, and key deliverables
• Track costs, identify savings, and control financial performance
• Ensure full compliance with HSEQ standards and regulations
• Coordinate procurement, design, and installation schedules
• Mitigate risks through proactive planning and contingency measures
• Conduct quality checks and ensure works meet contractual requirements
• Participate in internal project reviews and continuous improvement sessions

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Energy Systems, or similar
• 5+ years' project management experience on large-scale construction projects
• Experience with solar or energy infrastructure highly desirable
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication capabilities
• Proficient in project planning tools (Primavera, MS Project etc.)
• Ability to manage on-site and remote teams effectively
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide

Application Details
For additional information and a confidential discussion on this and similar opportunities, contact Shane Fleming on 083 0885073 or email Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie.

Please e-mail your CV with the Vacancy Reference OR-13025 in the subject line. All applications will be handled in strict confidence, and your CV will not be shared without prior approval.

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