Project Manager

Job Ref: HP-3248

Various Locations, Ireland
Competitive
Power Grids
Contract

PROJECT MANAGER – HV SUBSTATIONS – TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION (T&D) – HIGH VOLTAGE - IRELAND

Location: Ireland – Multiple Project Locations

Contract: Rolling 12 months

Duration: Long-Term Opportunity – Project Pipeline Through to 2029

Start Date: ASAP / Subject to Availability

Sector: Transmission & Distribution / 110kV–400kV Substations

The Opportunity

We are working with a leading electrical engineering and T&D contractor seeking experienced Project Managers to support the delivery of major HV substation projects across Ireland.


The business has secured a significant pipeline of transmission and distribution infrastructure projects extending towards 2029, creating an opportunity to join an established delivery team working on critical grid infrastructure.


Projects are located across Cork, Limerick, Wexford, Roscommon and Northern Ireland, with the current portfolio predominantly involving 110kV substation developments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take responsibility for the successful delivery, ensuring compliance with programme, budget, quality and HSE requirements.
  • Manage projects through mobilisation, engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning and handover.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, subcontractors, suppliers and site management personnel.
  • Oversee construction programmes, project budgets, resource planning, commercial performance and contractual obligations.
  • Manage project risks, identify potential delays and implement effective mitigation and recovery strategies.
  • Act as a key interface with clients, engineering consultants, network operators and project stakeholders.
  • Monitor project performance, prepare progress reports and communicate key milestones to senior management.
  • Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with relevant technical specifications, contractual requirements and industry standards.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering HV substations, transmission and distribution infrastructure or major electrical engineering projects.
  • Strong electrical engineering background preferred, although candidates with relevant civil engineering and construction management experience will be considered.
  • Demonstrable experience managing multidisciplinary construction teams, subcontractors and engineering interfaces.
  • Strong understanding of project planning, cost control, contract administration and construction delivery.
  • Experience working with ESB Networks, EirGrid, National Grid or similar network operators would be beneficial.
  • Experienced Electrical Site Managers looking to progress into Project Management may also be considered where they demonstrate suitable leadership and delivery experience.

Contract Details:

  • Location: Multiple projects across Ireland.
  • Working Pattern: Approximately 2–3 days per week on site, with flexibility for remote or office-based working.
  • Travel & Expenses: Accommodation, vehicles and meals provided where required.
  • Engagement: Rolling 12 month contracts
  • Project Pipeline: Secured workload extending towards 2029.
  • Start Date: As soon as reasonably possible, with the nearest project kicking off middle of November

Candidates currently working in the UK who are interested in returning to Ireland are encouraged to apply.


If you are an experienced HV Substation Project Manager looking for a long-term contract opportunity with a strong project pipeline across Ireland, please apply of reach out directly to: roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com

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