EU Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale European-funded projects, developing and managing comprehensive project plans including task dependencies, resource allocation, timelines, and milestones. The successful candidate will ensure delivery within scope, budget, and time constraints.

Key responsibilities include building strong relationships and communicating effectively with stakeholders, including local authorities, universities, government departments, private consultants, and the European Commission, to ensure alignment with project objectives and compliance requirements.

The Project Manager will coordinate internal teams to deliver project outputs, implement quality control measures, and maintain consistency with project standards. Additionally, they will proactively identify funding opportunities and contribute to the development of high-quality project proposals that support the organization's strategic priorities and implementation goals.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of European-funded projects, ensuring alignment with approved funding agreements and PEACEPLUS programme requirements.
• Act as project manager for cross-border consortia, overseeing the delivery of all project work packages and milestones.
• Manage project reporting, including financial claims, progress reports, and monitoring returns, in compliance with SEUPB guidelines.
• Oversight of procurement processes in line with EU and national public procurement rules.
• Building and maintaining productive relationships with consortium partners, external stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and community representatives.
• Monitoring project risks, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring proactive responses to emerging issues.

We are a public-good organization focused on reducing emissions and improving citizens' lives through local-level energy and climate change research, planning, engagement, and project delivery.

Our Mission:

• Accelerate Dublin's low-carbon transition through innovative energy projects.
• Influence national and European policy through on-the-ground knowledge of best practices.
• SUPPORT communities in developing a low-carbon energy model.
• Champion best-practice, low-carbon transport and building solutions.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements; paid family leave (eligible after 12 months); opportunity to work from abroad for up to 4 weeks.
• Four weeks annual leave plus Christmas leave; company pension with employer contribution (eligible after 6 months).
• Life assurance and critical illness cover; one paid professional subscription per annum; employee wellness programme.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Essential Skills:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in project management, with a strong track record of delivering complex, multi-partner or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing EU-funded or other large grant funded projects, with an excellent understanding of reporting, compliance, and procurement obligations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders, including public bodies, EU institutions, project partners, and community or sectoral stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying issues, assessing risks, and implementing practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing and presenting clear, structured reports to senior management and funders.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working on cross-border or transnational projects, particularly under the PEACEPLUS, INTERREG, or Horizon programmes.
• Knowledge or experience of renewable energy and broader sustainable energy infrastructure.
• Familiarity with the operational structures of funding authorities such as the Interreg Joint Secretariat.
• Understanding of policy and funding landscapes for climate action, energy, or infrastructure in Ireland and Northern Ireland.