About the Role
Danu is working on several grid stability projects in both Ireland and the UK.
These projects utilise synchronous condenser and flywheel technologies and will help to facilitate the connection of new and distributed renewable energy generation projects.
The projects involve the delivery, installation and commissioning of synchronous condensers and design/construction of the supporting civil and electrical balance of plant, including access roads and electrical substations.
Responsibilities
Project Management
* Manage grid infrastructure and grid stabilisation projects through the pre-construction and construction phases.
* Act as Project Manager for Owners Engineer team.
* Oversee design and construction works undertaken by EPC contractor.
* Manage project budgets and schedules, including use of Primavera 6 software.
* Maintain project risk registers, action trackers, change logs, etc.
* Manage Danus project team, typically including colleagues from across project management, electrical, civil and mechanical engineering, site engineers and H&S safety departments.
* Carry out and maintain a strong understanding of the Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP) and/or Principal Designer (PD) role.
* Administer construction contracts, acting as FIDIC Engineer
Industry Knowledge
* Build and maintain knowledge of industry activity, relevant legislation and regulations applicable to the role and how they apply to the renewable and sustainable energy projects in relevant jurisdictions.
* Actively participate in CPD courses.
* Engagement with industry contractors, designers, and equipment suppliers to ensure awareness of best in class industry offerings and opportunities for additional efficiencies for Clients or potential cost savings.
Company Development
* Assist Danu management team in business development through maintaining strong client relationships and notification of potential project opportunities.
* At all times consider Danus reputation in the wider industry by acting with integrity and professionalism.
* Input positively and constructively to Danu project team meetings with the aim of continuously improving Danus performance and delivery to clients.
* Line management and mentoring of junior staff.
Person Requirements
* Engineering degree
* Ten years experience in power generation or grid infrastructure projects.
* Five years experience in a project management role.
* Interest in moving towards the renewable energy sector.
* Experience in management of construction contracts.
* Understanding of the Owners Engineer role.
* Full driving licence.
* Good at dealing with people.
* Strong communicator, confident leading meetings and discussions.
* Strong report writing skills and ability to produce professional, presentable documents.
* Able to work from our Dublin office (hybrid working is possible).
* Legally entitled to work in Ireland.
* Be willing and able to travel to meetings and site visits in the UK and Ireland.
Skill
* Power generation Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Rotating machinery Construction Management Contract administration
Benefits
1. Pension Private Healthcare Cycle to Work Hybrid Performance Bonus 27 Days Leave