IT Project Manager

We are at the heart of Ireland’s energy transition - connecting, operating and transforming the electricity grid to support a low carbon, renewable future.

We are building talented teams that tackle real world challenges every day and help us to achieve our goal to prepare the grid to carry up to 80% of Ireland’s electricity from renewable sources.

We are proud to be a certified Great Place to Work, recognised for our culture built on trust, collaboration and inclusion. At EirGrid you will find supportive teams, opportunities to grow and meaningful work. We also offer secure employment with a range of flexible and family friendly working policies to support your life and wellbeing. If you want to know more about what EirGrid has to offer you, visit Life at EirGrid.

If you are ready to make an impact and grow your career in a purpose‑led organisation, your journey starts here.

In this position you will be joining a team who have overall accountability for delivering system and process change. This will involve delivering end to end across a diverse set of projects such as market changes, power system operational systems, technology refresh projects and offshore enablement. You will work closely with teams from across the business such as finance, business requirements, procurement, architecture, IT infrastructure, stakeholder engagement/readiness, etc.

This is an exciting time for EirGrid as we embark on a new strategy to deliver the solutions required to transform the power system in support of the transition to renewable energy. This role will suit a Project Manager who is passionate about change and making a difference, is able to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and is experienced in stakeholder management.

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• End to end accountability for delivery change across systems and processes
  
• Leading, managing and co‑ordinating the delivery of a broad range of projects in support of our IT transformation and business strategy including digital solutions, data analytics, cloud‑based developments, control centre tools and market and energy management system evolution
  
• Promoting a user‑centred design approach to the development and implementation of projects and services
  
• Liaising with the business to understand stakeholder needs; guide, persuade and influence others through developed skills of communication and diplomacy
  
• Partnering with the business to ensure that business benefits are realised
  
• Developing and implementing procedures and documentation to maximise the effectiveness and quality of working practices
  
• Assisting the business in determining project objectives and outlining project requirements
  
• Tracking and reporting on project progress against the project plan; tracking and reporting on project risks and issues
  
• Engaging with stakeholders including government departments, regulator and market participants
  
• Preparing reports and presentations at a strategic and operational level to engage key management and business stakeholders on the progress of the project
  
• Managing a substantial project budget and updating forecasts throughout the project lifecycle
  
• Co‑ordinating project resources across several multidisciplinary functions, resolving conflicts and removing blockage
  
• Managing and reviewing the service delivery of external vendors. Ensuring that the governance of the project is exemplary, including risk management, stakeholder communications, project schedules and cost management; producing, managing and coordinating all relevant documentation to the highest standards.
  

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• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification, at least 5 years post qualifying experience
  
• Relevant Project Management certification (Prince2 Certified or related Project Management methodology)
  
• Strong project management skills, and experience in operating and maintaining a system of project controls, in a project management environment
  
• Extensive experience of managing a broad range of projects including software and infrastructure elements
  
• Extensive decision making and an ability to prioritise conflicting deliverables
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
• Extensive technical and analytical skills with the ability to operate in a large complex environment
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team;
  
• Proven experience in risk and change management;
  

If you believe you have the skills and experience relevant for this position, please upload your CV and a cover letter.

Please note we receive a high volume of applications, and as every application is carefully reviewed our response time may vary. If you agree to be considered for other roles this may result in a delayed response as we establish the best fit for your experience. We appreciate your patience.

This application covers a number of roles, which may result in the application remaining open for some time. This may result in a delayed response, but please be assured that all applications are reviewed.

We value potential as much as experience. If you believe you can succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.

We're dedicated to diversity and inclusion at EirGrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. xcfaprz Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.