Renewables Portfolio Lead Ireland

Energy:

Enabling the energy transition through innovation and sustainability.  

AECOMs Energy Business Unit houses three specialised practices renewables (including hydropower) electrical transmission & distribution and in the UK only nuclear. Each practice plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy offering innovative solutions that balance efficiency reliability and sustainability.  

Renewables  

Were committed to playing our part in the urgent transition from carbon-intensive energy sources to less centralised and more flexible energy systems. Our teams of energy professionals link up across our global network of offices to provide solutions designs and support to clients in multiple technical and deployment areas such as: hydropower on and offshore wind power solar power carbon capture alternative fuels hydrogen and crucially energy demand assessment and carbon reduction. With an associated deep commitment to sustainable solutions we combine our engineering and scientific skills with those of our environmental colleagues to try to achieve equitable and biodiverse outcomes.

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to take on the role of Renewables Portfolio Lead Ireland in our rapidly expanding renewable energy team

We are currently seeking to appoint an individual to lead our Renewables practice in Ireland. Reporting directly to and working closely with the UK & Ireland Renewables Director you will be a key member of the Renewables leadership team for the UK and Ireland region.

In this role you will lead and manage the Renewables practice in Ireland with a specific focus upon work winning project delivery resource management and people management and engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our successful team with a focus on people clients technical excellence & quality and operational efficiencies & sustainable growth. Your exceptional leadership skills will be instrumental in driving innovation and delivering a better world.

As a leader you will be responsible for fostering a culture of success engagement and development within the team while ensuring the successful management of projects from inception to completion. You will bring your deep understanding of the Irish Renewables energy market coupled with your people and strategic thinking to drive success across your business area. You will utilise your extensive experience with leading highly dynamic and diverse teams to lead the design and delivery of major projects whilst driving data-led performance improvements. 

Heres what youll do:

• Lead manage and grow our incredible Renewables team for the Ireland region.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities while ensuring client satisfaction with AECOMs performance.
• Drive project delivery excellence ensuring projects are completed on time on budget and with high quality results.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical experts to allocate resources effectively and optimise project performance.
• Work with the Environment & Energy Client and Sector teams to develop and implement a growth plan aligned to the Strategic Plan.
• Identify and engage with key stakeholders for client projects establishing effective engagement strategies to ensure resources are available for projects.
• Champion a proactive approach to work winning by identifying new business opportunities nurturing client relationships and participating in proposal development.
• Drive a culture where AECOM is recognised as a great place to work promoting staff engagement and retention.
• Attract new talent and lead recruitment within the Renewables practice in Ireland.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to delivery multi-disciplinary projects and programs showcasing our excellence in work winning.
• Oversee project management from prepositioning and proposal development to completion ensuring projects are delivered on time on budget and with high-quality results.
• Champion equity diversity and inclusion fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.
• Uphold AECOMs values and promote staff engagement and continuous development.

Enjoy the Perks.

At AECOM youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days.

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Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Extensive experience in leadership roles preferably within the energy consultancy industry.
• Extensive knowledge of the Irish Renewables market.
• Strong track record of driving business development.
• Demonstrated success in developing growing leading and motivating diverse multi-disciplinary teams.
• Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g. Engineering etc.) or equivalent relevant experience. Advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience in leading diverse teams and leading projects of varying scales.
• Proven track record in developing and growing client relationships. 
• Strong understanding of the energy and renewables sector
• Excellent communication interpersonal presentation and negotiation skills.
• Flexibility proactive approach to work and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

As an inclusive leader you will have

• Demonstrated dedication to fostering a culture of respect diversity and inclusion within the team and organization.
• Proven ability to build and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce while nurturing talent development and coaching.

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at . At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

Additional Information :

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time