About Circal
Circal develops utility-scale solar and co-located storage projects that accelerate Ireland’s transition to clean, affordable power while creating lasting benefits for landowners and local communities. We’re backed by Octopus Energy Generation, enabling us to scale quickly and responsibly.
The opportunity
Own utility-scale solar (and co-located storage) projects from origination through Ready-to-Build. Lead land, grid and planning workstreams, bring stakeholders with you, and deliver board-level milestones on time and on budget.
Responsibilities
* Convert HoTs to Lease Options; negotiate access, substation parcels, and commercial terms.
* Set grid strategy and coordinate with ESB Networks/EirGrid; steer contestable scopes and costs.
* Choose planning route (Local Authority vs SID); commission AA/NIS, bird, glint & glare, hydro, archaeology; manage consultants to submission/decision.
* Run the integrated programme (MS Project/Planner), budget, risk register and Gate/Board packs.
* Engage landowners, communities, councillors and statutory bodies; host consultations and close RFIs.
* Hand over to delivery with clear RTB criteria, permits and design freeze.
Qualifications
* 3–7 years in utility-scale renewables or grid-connected infrastructure.
* Track record in Irish planning (ACP/SID & Local Authority), grid interfaces and land negotiations.
* Strong programme leadership, commercial acumen and clear written communication.
* Tools: Microsoft 365 (SharePoint/Teams/Project), strong Excel/PowerPoint; QGIS/ArcGIS familiarity a plus.
* Full IE/EU driving licence; willingness to travel 3–4 days/week.
Benefits
* Competitive compensation.
* Pension, laptop/phone, professional development support.
* High-impact role in a mission-driven, scaling renewables platform.
* High value LTIP
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