Galetech Group is an Irish-owned renewable energy pioneer. We plan, build, and operate wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects worldwide. With more than 25 years of experience, we manage the entire project lifecycle - from early feasibility and construction through to long-term operations and life-extension - always focused on safety, innovation, and sustainable growth.
Galetech Energy Services (GES) is the multi-disciplinary renewable energy consultancy and services division of Galetech Group. We provide best-in-class consenting support, technical advisory, project management, and engineering services from feasibility through to construction and operation.
About the Role
GES are expanding our engineering team. This is a client-facing engineering project management role, with a strong electrical and Owner's Engineer focus.
The successful candidate will take ownership of assigned projects, acting as Owner's Engineer and/or Engineering Project Manager, with responsibility for technical quality, programme delivery, commercial input, and client satisfaction across the full project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
GES offer owner's engineer and project management services to various renewable energy projects, at varying stages of development. Our key services in our Pre-Construction and Construction offering include the following:
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Deliver project scopes in line with agreed timelines, quality standards, and budgets set with the client
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Lead pre-construction and construction phase projects, reporting directly to the Programme Manager
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Own and manage project programmes, risks, and change control processes
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Support commercial negotiations, variations, and claims from a technical perspective
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Act as primary point of contact for the client on assigned projects
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Liaise with statutory bodies, act as single point of contact (SPOC) with contractors, statutory and non-statutory bodies such as local authorities, statutory consultees, landowners, and other stakeholders
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Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, collaborating closely with the GES project team and external contractors
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Attend and participate in on-site meetings with clients and project stakeholders
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Ensure compliance with internal Quality Assurance and Management Systems
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Ensure all activities comply with relevant Irish and UK health and safety legislation
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Support seamless project delivery through effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
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Additional Responsibilities
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Lead and contribute to projects across various stages of the project lifecycle
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Produce and review feasibility reports, technical risk registers, and due diligence outputs suitable for investor and lender review
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Manage technical due diligence and feasibility assessments
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Track and report on project progression
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Provide technical input into commercial evaluations
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Collaborate with colleagues across Galetech Group on cross-disciplinary and multi-jurisdictional projects
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Demonstrate the ability and willingness to adopt and learn new software tools
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Support business development activities, including client engagement, bid support, and relationship management
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Produce and review feasibility reports, technical risk registers, and due diligence outputs suitable for investor and lender review
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Identify key technical and grid risks and propose mitigation strategies
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Support transaction timelines through timely and high-quality technical inputs
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Support wider team during project submissions
Provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff
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Skills / Qualifications
Essential:
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3-6 years' project management experience
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Proven experience consulting with clients, subcontractors, and external stakeholders
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Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Full, clean driving licence
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Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
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Ability to review and challenge technical designs and contractor methodologies
Desirable:
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Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)
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Experience in renewable energy (wind, solar, BESS, grid infrastructure)
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Experience in preparing electrical functional specifications
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Contract management experience
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Familiarity with Irish and/or UK grid codes and permitting environments
Candidates from other engineering or infrastructure sectors will also be considered.
Personal Attributes
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Highly motivated with a strong willingness to learn and adapt
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Collaborative team player
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Commercially aware with strong technical judgement
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Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team
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Flexible and adaptable to evolving project needs
What We Offer
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Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
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Reimbursable business expenses
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Defined contribution company pension
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Permanent role with a 6-month probation period
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Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression
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The opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of GES as we expand into the UK and other markets.
At the heart of our success is a young, dynamic, and people-focused team with an entrepreneurial approach. If you are passionate about renewable energy and keen to take on this role in a growing, high-impact consultancy, we would love to hear from you.
Why Join Galetech Energy Services:
Continuous Professional Development
GES want to see our employees grow within the business. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities are both important to each individual but we know that this will also benefit us.
Hybrid Working
While we encourage as much collaborative working as a team in an office environment, we are also aware of the needs of each individual. Hybrid working options and flexi start systems are in place and available. Join a dynamic and growing company at the forefront of Ireland's renewable energy sector and contribute to delivering sustainable energy solutions.
Galetech Group are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for existing and potential employees.
