Geared toward technically strong Project Managers comfortable with managing HV infrastructure and pre-construction phases, who thrive in a collaborative, multi-functional team environment across the UK and Europe.
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Original posting from Kirby Group Engineering via Greenhouse
Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
To work with the best.
Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations
About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing Power & Renewables team. Reporting to the Operations/Contracts Manager, this role will have a strong focus on the design, engineering coordination, and pre-construction phases of High Voltage (HV) infrastructure projects.
You will be responsible for leading projects from concept development and design through to construction readiness, ensuring all technical, commercial, programme, and stakeholder requirements are effectively coordinated. Working closely with clients, consultants, utility providers, and internal engineering teams, you will play a key role in delivering HV substations, grid connections, renewable energy, and BESS projects safely, efficiently, and in line with project objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and pre-construction delivery of HV Power & Renewables projects.
Manage multidisciplinary design teams and coordinate engineering deliverables across electrical, civil, structural, and protection & control disciplines.
Oversee project planning, design programmes, and key pre-construction milestones.
Drive design coordination meetings, technical reviews, constructability assessments, and value engineering exercises.
Manage interfaces with clients, consultants, DNOs/TSOs, OEMs, and other key stakeholders.
Coordinate grid connection activities and utility approvals to support successful project delivery.
Identify and manage technical, programme, and commercial risks during the pre-construction phase.
Support commercial teams with tender evaluations, procurement activities, and subcontractor engagement.
Ensure designs comply with client specifications, industry standards, statutory requirements, and health & safety legislation.
Develop project execution plans, design management strategies, and handover documentation.
Monitor progress, provide accurate project reporting, and escalate key risks or issues where required.
Support project teams through the transition from design and pre-construction into project execution.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
Professional qualification such as PMP, PRINCE2, APM PMQ, or equivalent is desirable.
Minimum 5 years' experience delivering or coordinating HV infrastructure, renewable energy, substation, grid connection, or BESS projects.
Strong technical understanding of HV electrical systems, substations, protection schemes, and grid infrastructure.
Experience managing design consultants, engineering teams, and multiple project stakeholders.
Good understanding of project planning, risk management, commercial considerations, and programme control.
Knowledge of utility connection processes and stakeholder management within the power sector.
Strong understanding of construction health, safety, and environmental requirements.
Full driving licence and willingness to travel as required.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be a technically strong Project Manager with a passion for delivering complex HV infrastructure projects. You will excel in managing design development, engineering coordination, and stakeholder engagement during the pre-construction phase, ensuring projects are fully developed, de-risked, and ready for successful execution. Strong communication skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple technical interfaces will be essential, alongside a proven track record in the power, utilities, or renewable energy sectors.
For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.
Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.