District Heating Lead
District Heating Lead
Codema
Dublin, Ireland
We are excited to announce that we are recruiting for a new District Heating Lead who will lead a new dedicated District Heating team in the development of district heating projects from inception through to implementation. Further information on this position, together with our attractive package of benefits can be found on this URL.
Duration: 2-year fixed-term contract
How to apply: Please e-mail Claire your CV and a cover letter at recruitment@codema.ie by 12pm (Irish time) Friday 11th October 2024. As we may be advertising a number of positions, please insert the title of the position you are applying for in the Subject Line of your email.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Main Contact Point for All DH Work at the Company
- Serve as the primary point of contact for local authorities, public bodies, and other stakeholders involved in district heating projects, ensuring seamless communication and coordination;
- Provide regular updates to senior management on the status and progress of district heating initiatives;
- Build and maintain strong relationships to facilitate collaboration and support project success.
Manage a Team of Staff
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment;
- Allocate resources effectively to optimize team productivity and achieve project goals.
District Heating (DH) Project Development
- Drive the development of district heating projects from inception through to implementation;
- Drive projects forward in a new market for DH and in the absence of clear policy and regulatory support;
- Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with company goals and industry standards;
- Provide professional support to the Heatworks District Heating Company.
Funding Applications
- Lead the preparation and submission of funding applications for funding programs such as ELENA and Climate Action Fund;
- Identify and pursue additional funding opportunities to support district heating initiatives.
Project Management & Implementation
- Provide an oversight of the delivery of DH projects, ensuring compliance with timelines and budgets;
- Oversee project teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables;
- Ensure all project outputs are delivered according to schedule and meet the company’s high quality standards;
- Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations for EU-funded district heating projects.
Oversight of Delivery of Multiple DH Feasibility Studies
- Supervise the execution and completion of district heating feasibility studies;
- Evaluate study findings and make recommendations for project development and investment.
Liaise with Policy Makers
- Engage with policy makers to influence and align district heating projects with regional and national energy policies;
- Advocate for supportive policies and regulations that enhance the viability of district heating systems;
- Keep abreast of new policies and developments in the district heating area, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of industry trends.
Other relevant tasks as may be required to contribute to the wider objectives of the company.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
- Minimum 5 years managing a team and/or relevant experience in a similar role;
- A degree qualification relevant to delivery of infrastructure projects (Minimum NFQ Level 7 or 8);
- Demonstrates strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team toward achieving project and company goals;
- Capable of developing and implementing strategies to advance district heating initiatives and has experience with grant funding applications, e.g. Climate Action Funding, EU EIB ELENA;
- Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with clients, stakeholders, and policy makers;
- Skilled negotiator with the ability to influence and secure favorable outcomes in funding applications and stakeholder agreements;
- Proficient in managing complex projects, including the ability to oversee multiple feasibility studies and contractual obligations simultaneously;
- Demonstrable experience of developing business models and contracts for public, private or joint venture energy projects;
- Solid understanding of energy infrastructure projects and relevant technologies to effectively oversee project development;
- Experienced in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities and public bodies;
- Demonstrable experience in providing oversight, assessing results and make data-driven recommendations for development and investment based on technical reports;
- Flexible and responsive to changing project requirements and external conditions, with the ability to pivot strategies as needed;
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the capability to address challenges proactively and develop innovative solutions;
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure high-quality outputs and compliance with contractual obligations and industry standards;
- Driven to achieve results and meet deadlines, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget;
- Keeps abreast of new policies and developments in the district heating area and is well networked;
- Demonstrates a strong ability to learn on the job and adapt to new challenges;
- Passionate about addressing climate change, with a dedication to advancing sustainable energy solutions and reducing environmental impact;
- Fluency in English essential;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint essential.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS THAT WOULD BE A DISTINCT ADVANTAGE
- Direct experience of managing all aspects of district heating infrastructure projects (technical, finance, legal, commercial arrangements);
- Understanding Irish financial rules for public/private and joint venture infrastructure projects;
- Has experience working with the Irish public sector;
- Business Management or Project management qualifications would be advantageous.
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