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Project Manager, Solar

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County Dublin

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Job details

Full-time
€71,976–€84,677 a year
5 hours ago

Qualifications

Procurement
Engineering
Contracts
Business
Leadership
Negotiation

Full job description

Vacancy Number: 28544

Category: Engineering - Other

Job Type: Full-time

Position Description

ESB Asset Development is developing an ambitious pipeline of renewable energy projects to meet ESB's strategic objective to decarbonise the electricity sector. ESB is investing in renewable energy assets across a range of technologies including onshore and offshore wind and solar energy. Our development pipeline has been built up through greenfield site development, joint venture partnerships, strategic development partnerships and acquisitions.

A Project Manager vacancy has arisen for a full-time permanent contract in the solar team in Asset Development. The Project Manager will be responsible for leading the development activities of solar projects (including the integration of BESS technology), acquiring new projects and delivering investible business cases.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be required to lead in all activities related to the acquisition and development of solar projects (and BESS projects as applicable) from concept through the various development stages up to final investment decision. This includes, but is not limited to:

Identify and assess new project opportunities in solar and or hybrid energy within ESB's core markets
Lead and manage the development process of ESB Solar Projects through the land, planning, grid connection and Route to Market consenting phase.
Establish and maintain an appropriate a development strategy for each project with their portfolio
Develop and optimise the business case for solar projects
Develop contracting strategies for main construction contracts and manage the procurement processes
Report regularly to internal investment boards on new opportunities and on project development
Ensure projects are developed as competitively as possible from the earliest stages
Manage and control project costs and business development budgets
Ensure health, safety and quality are built into projects from the earliest stages of development

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience

7 years in the energy sector, including 3 or more in utility/renewable energy development
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
Commercial and negotiation expertise
Proven project and programme management capability
Experience delivering complex projects
Knowledge of public procurement processes and utilities directive
Experience negotiating high-value contracts
Sound judgement and decision-making
Adaptable in fast-changing environments

Qualifications

Essential

The candidate should hold a primary degree in engineering, business or another relevant discipline.
Prior experience in renewable energy project development

Desirable Qualifications

Project management or other business qualifications that complement the knowledge, skills and experience listed above.

Location

This position will be based in ESB’s Head Office, 27 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin, D02 KT92.

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

Reporting to

Manager Solar Technologies, Asset Development.

Why Work with Us?

Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future

Career development through mentoring and training

Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities

Sports and Social Clubs

Networking opportunities

Credit Union

Generous Pension

Access to staff well-being programmes

Generous parental leave entitlements

Strong values-based and inclusive culture

Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary

€71,976 - €84,677 per annum

Closing Date

19th June 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

Accountable and Ethical

Collaborative

Growing and Adaptive

Proactive

Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise

Notes

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.

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