Project Manager | Power & Renewables | Ireland
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* Permanent position with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years.
* Assist in the delivery of leading‑edge engineering projects.
* Work with a vibrant, agile and multi‑functional team to deliver projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
* Benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes to enhance your leadership capability.
* 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 and Europe, 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.
Role Purpose
The Project Manager plans, organises, leads, coordinates and controls all activities concerned with the construction of Electrical (MV & HV) Projects. The Project Manager participates in the conceptual development of an engineering construction project and leads its organisation, scheduling and implementation. He/she is the key point of contact with the client and builds and creates strong, assertive and positive relationships. They ensure that the site meets and exceeds environmental, health and safety standards, and that quality outcomes fulfil Kirby Group’s vision, mission and values.
Project Manager (High Voltage) Responsibilities
Project Start‑Up
* Arrange and chair handover of project from estimating department to construction team.
* Liaise with OM in staffing of project.
* Validate project and develop business plan, cost control system, cashflow and billable schedules.
* Produce procurement plan, drawing / design plan, construction programme, s‑curve and histogram.
* Liaise with client and design team on procurement and engineering issues.
* Develop project safety and quality plans.
* Mobilise sub‑contractors and labour in accordance with the business plan.
* Mobilise site establishment.
Project Running Phase
* Continuous review of on‑site management competencies and develop a training plan for staff and operatives.
* Continuous auditing and reporting of EHS procedures.
* Continuous auditing and reporting of QAQC procedures.
* Deliver site‑specific EHS & QAQC TBT when required.
* Manage site team in effective day‑to‑day running of site activities.
* Ensure compliance with programme, materials deliveries and engineering.
* Attend meetings with clients.
* Hold progress meetings with sub‑contractors and discuss safety and training.
* Ensure effective cost and sales control in conjunction with QS.
* Advise client of any potential project risks.
* Measure productivity at work face weekly and maintain project progress control.
* Escalate any project issues to OM.
* Ensure the implementation of the 30‑minute reporting rule.
* Submit monthly internal reports to the OM.
Project Completion
* Ensure testing and commissioning is carried out in accordance with the Quality Plan.
* Ensure final design audit (if applicable) is carried out by the EM.
* Complete and certify all ‘life systems’ in good time for handover date.
* Ensure all systems are demonstrated to Client and District Surveyor.
* Handover O&M manual and record drawings.
* Prepare final account with the QS, submit and agree with client in line with company objective.
* Demobilise site team and establishment in conjunction with OM.
* Produce a project close‑out report and submit to OM.
* Archive project.
* Maintain contact with client for warranty period and thereafter when retention monies are collected.
Other Duties
* Maintain a site / day book.
* Attend and participate in monthly project managers meetings.
* Develop your skills in line with agreed training plan.
* Put forward ideas for continuous improvement of company.
* Maintain contact with your client base.
* Maintain excellent working relationships with the client from project start‑up to completion.
Necessary Requirements of the Project Manager (High Voltage)
* 3rd level qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or strong trades background.
* Experience in Substations, High Voltage, Medium Voltage type projects is essential.
* Professional acumen – represent Kirby at a senior level in meetings, presentations, technical workshops, etc. in a professional, competent and capable manner.
* Strong IT skills – ability to deliver presentations, reports etc.
* Experience managing a multi‑disciplinary Project Team.
* Willingness to travel between Glasgow and the greater London area.
* Excellent verbal and writing communication skills.
* Ability to work on own initiative and build and manage a team.
* Positive, solution‑focused mindset.
Additional Information
For more information on this P&R Electrical Project Manager position or other P&R Electrical Project Manager / Electrical Contracts Manager opportunities based in Ireland, the UK or Europe, contact the Talent Acquisition Team in Kirby Group confidentially on +353 (0)1 454 0411 or apply in confidence.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Construction, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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