Retrofit Project Manager
About Activ8 Solar Energies
Activ8 Solar Energies is one of Ireland’s leading renewable energy and home retrofit providers. As our retrofit division continues to grow, we are seeking a Retrofit Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of residential retrofit projects across SEAI-supported schemes, including One Stop Shop (OSS), Warmer Homes Scheme (WHS) and Better Energy Homes (BEH).
This permanent position is based in Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan and includes a competitive salary, performance bonus, company vehicle, pension, healthcare, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Why Join Activ8?
At Activ8, we are committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions while creating an exceptional workplace for our people.
Our values guide everything we do:
- Quality – We don't just meet standards, we set them.
- Innovation – Continuous improvement is at the heart of our business.
- Respect & Inclusion – Our people are our greatest asset.
- Accountability – We deliver on our commitments.
- Safety – If it's not safe, we don't do it.
About the Role
As Retrofit Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing retrofit projects from assessment and planning through to installation, certification, grant completion and customer handover.
This role requires strong project ownership, clear communication and a practical understanding of SEAI processes, contractor coordination, quality standards and homeowner expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day delivery of retrofit projects across OSS, WHS and BEH workstreams.
- Oversee projects from survey and technical assessment through to installation, final BER, documentation and grant close-out.
- Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, surveyors, assessors and installers to keep projects moving safely, efficiently and on programme.
- Ensure project works are delivered in line with SEAI requirements, Domestic Technical Standards and scheme-specific documentation.
- Support OSS projects where multiple upgrades are delivered as a managed whole-home retrofit solution, with grants deducted upfront for the customer.
- Manage WHS works for eligible homeowners, ensuring assigned measures are completed to the required standard and customer communication is handled with care.
- Support BEH projects involving individual energy upgrades such as insulation, heating controls, heat pumps, solar PV, windows and doors.
- Maintain accurate project records, progress updates, costs, variations, compliance documents and grant information across internal systems and SEAI portals.
- Identify risks, resolve delivery issues and escalate commercial, technical or customer concerns where required.
Skills & Experience
- Experience managing retrofit, construction, energy efficiency or residential upgrade projects.
- Knowledge of SEAI grant schemes, particularly OSS, WHS and BEH, is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of project planning, contractor coordination, quality control and customer handover.
- Comfortable working with CRM systems, SEAI portals, SharePoint and project documentation.
- Commercially aware, with the ability to track costs, variations, margins and project progress.
- Excellent communication skills with the confidence to deal with customers, internal teams, installers and external partners.
- Highly organised, detail-focused and able to manage multiple live projects at the same time.
- Proactive, practical and solutions-focused, with a strong commitment to safety, compliance and quality.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Company Vehicle
- Performance Bonus
- Pension Contribution
- Laya Healthcare
- Life Assurance
- Gym Membership
- Breakfast Bar
- Ongoing Professional Development
- Additional Company Benefits
How to Apply: Interested in making a difference in renewable energy? Apply through the link provided.
Activ8 Solar Energies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
