Pre-Construction Manager, Cork

Pre-Construction Manager– Solar PV

Location:

Cork (Hybrid) | Full-Time | Permanent

Salary:

€70,000-€85,000

The Company An

international renewable energy contractor

delivering

solar PV and distributed energy projects

across Ireland and Europe.

The Irish team focuses on

commercial and utility-scale installations , with projects typically delivered under

EPC and PPA structures .

Work covers the full lifecycle– from early design and planning through to construction and energisation – with a growing pipeline of solar developments moving through pre‑construction.

The Role The

Pre-Construction Manager

will take ownership of projects before they break ground, ensuring everything is lined up for a smooth transition into delivery.

Lead projects from

early design through to construction handover

Coordinate design, planning, grid interface and commercial inputs

Manage the design development process through to

IFC stage

Track planning permissions, permits and statutory approvals

Work with internal teams across engineering, commercial, legal and H&S

Manage external consultants, utilities and design partners

Develop and maintain

programmes covering design, permitting and procurement

Prepare pre‑construction H&S documentation and ensure alignment with site delivery

Support bids with input around design assumptions, risks and constraints

This is a central role where you act as the link between development, design and construction teams.

The Person The role is open to candidates with experience across pre‑construction, design or project delivery in energy or infrastructure.

Degree in

Engineering, Construction Management, QS or similar , or equivalent experience

Typically

5+ years’ experience

in pre‑construction, engineering or project management

Backgrounds may include

Pre-Construction Manager, Design Manager, Project Manager or Engineer within renewables or utilities

Experience in

solar PV, energy or infrastructure projects

is preferred

Strong understanding of

design coordination, permitting and construction readiness

Comfortable managing multiple projects and stakeholders at once

Proficient with

programming tools

(MS Project or similar)

Clear communicator, able to deal with both technical and commercial teams

The Package

€70,000-€85,000 salary , depending on experience

Hybrid working

available

Healthcare

Pension

(post‑probation)

28 days annual leave

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