Programme Manager - Renewables Planning & Development Permanent, hybrid working, excellent rewards package on offer.
A new opportunity has arisen to Project Manage the team who are overseeing the planning and consents for large renewable energy projects across Ireland.
You will be responsible for: - Strategy & Leadership Define and lead planning and consenting strategy for development pipeline.
Advise senior leadership and align planning with company goals and regulations.
Shape governance for site selection and investment decisions.
Engage with regulators and policy makers to influence planning frameworks.
Represent the company at government level, and in legal challenges etc.
Planning Application Delivery Oversee planning applications and consents across all project stages.
Own consenting strategy and ensure alignment with commercial timelines.
Monitor and resolve planning risks with legal and executive support.
Project Management Lead delivery of multiple complex infrastructure projects.
Ensure compliance with planning, environmental legislation, and policy.
Manage procurement and contracts for planning and environmental services.
Stakeholder & Regulatory Managment Represent company in consultations and public engagement.
Manage any partner relationships and contractual commitments.
Build relationships with statutory authorities and government bodies.
Lead community and consultation processes.
Participate in national industry forums and working groups.
Team Leadership Grow a high-performing planning and environmental team.
Guide the team across development, environmental assessment, stakeholder engagement, statutory processes.
Foster a culture of accountability and excellence.
Manage external advisors and consultant relationships.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and welfare standards.
Participate in performance management to meet team objectives.
Education: 3rd Level Degree in Env.
Science, Engineering, env planning, etc.
Circa 10+ years in renewable energy project development.
Proven success in planning, consenting and delivery.
Experience with large-scale infrastructure and multi-stakeholder projects.
Technical Skills Strong knowledge of Irish/EU planning laws and environmental regulations.
Familiarity with renewable technologies, grid systems, and energy markets.
Project & Process Management Ability to manage multiple projects with varying complexity.
Expertise in strategic planning and programme execution.
Leadership & Engagement Strong leadership and team management skills.
Effective communicator and negotiator at senior levels.
Personal Attributes Creative, solutions-focused, and highly organised.
Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
Rewards: An excellent salary and benefits package along with hybrid working Skills: project management planning permission problem solving communicating mentoring