Wind Direct install and operate Industrial Wind Turbines that supply low cost, fixed price, green electricity for business and on-site usage - with no capital cost to the client.
JOB PURPOSE/PRIMARY OBJECTIVES • Act as project manager on multi-contract on-shore windfarms in Ireland during both pre-construction and construction phases of the project • Support our client base in bringing development projects to Financial Close • Ensure the projects are safely constructed on programme and within budget • Be commercially and contractually astute so as to deliver the maximum value both to our clients and to Wind Prospect Ireland • Promote and enhance the profile and reputation of Wind Prospect in the renewable energy market in Ireland and abroad and assisting with business development as necessary.
KEY TASKS/DUTIES Project Management • Liaise with the client to prepare project programme and budget. • Manage external consultants for the preparation of Project Site Data. • Manage the tender process for both the Wind Turbine Supply Agreement and the Wind Turbine Operations and Maintenance Agreement. • Manage the tender process for Balance of Plant Civil and Electrical Contracts and make recommendation to the client. • Liaise with EirGrid/ESB Networks with regard to the grid connection process. • Liaise with the Local Authority in order to negotiate the upgrade of public road and discharge compliance with planning conditions. • Communicate with Project Sponsors, Financial Advisors and Legal Advisors to bring project to financial close. • Administer the construction contracts fulfilling the role of ‘Engineer’ or ‘Employer’s Representative’. • Ensure that all works are delivered to the highest standard of safety including where relevant the discharging of statutory safety roles on behalf of the client. • Monitor design and construction interfaces between Civil, Electrical and Turbine Contracts. • Monitor all important stages of construction activity and ensure works are carried out to the required standard. • Manage the project programme to ensure the works are progressed on schedule and project milestones are achieved. • Assess interim accounts as required under the construction contracts and negotiate any variations and claims necessary.
Business Development • Promote and enhance the profile and reputation of Wind Prospect in Ireland; • Develop and maintain good relationships with key Clients; • Develop business contacts and opportunities for Wind Prospect in Ireland; • Seek opportunities to submit tenders for work in Ireland on behalf of Wind Prospect.
General • Work with other staff in order to deliver business goals and meet customer requirements; • Develop and maintain good relationships with other staff; • Support the development of other staff by engaging in internal training and mentoring.
The Candidate
Basic Qualifications • Essential – Engineering Degree Qualification (Electrical or Civil/Structural preferred); • Essential – Proven work record and relevant previous work experience in Project Management; • Desirable – Previous work experience in wind energy.
Skills/Knowledge • Proven ability to manage large construction contracts on time and within budget. • Previous experience of managing projects through the funding/financing process • Previous experience of project management and leading multi-disciplinary teams preferably in a renewable energy environment • Good engineering, people management and verbal and written communication skills. • Energetic committed person who can work in a flexible way when necessary to achieve goals. • Good Level of Computer Literacy – MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project. • Full Driving Licence as extensive travel will be part of the role.
