Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference – we are committed to delivering Sustainable Net Zero outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

The world is changing, and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it.

Through the commitment, capability and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments, and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us.

We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing the clarity that helps teams realise their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors.

It’s how we’ve made the difference for 75 years. Transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in heavy civils and energy infrastructure to lead complex projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing medium and high voltage systems, with a particular emphasis on substation works, ring main cabling, and large-scale renewable energy installations such as photovoltaic systems and geothermal/ground source heat pump systems.

This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of delivering high-value infrastructure projects in a regulated and safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of energy-focused infrastructure projects from concept to completion.
Manage multidisciplinary teams across civil, electrical, and environmental engineering.
Oversee substation construction and commissioning, including HV/MV systems and ring main cabling.
Coordinate the design and installation of renewable energy systems (solar PV, geothermal, ground source heat pumps).
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Manage budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.
Liaise with internal stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
Prepare and present project reports, updates, and documentation.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, or related discipline).
Minimum 10 years’ experience in project management within heavy civils and energy infrastructure.
Strong experience with substation projects and HV/MV electrical systems.
Proven delivery of renewable energy systems (PV, geothermal, etc.).
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Familiarity with Irish construction and energy regulations is an advantage.
PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification preferred.

Desirable:

Experience working on Avaition or transport infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of sustainability and carbon reduction strategies in infrastructure.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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