Portfolio Manager Energy and Power

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Jacobs is committed to playing a key role in the Global Energy Transition. Our European and Global teams are growing, and we’re seeking an Energy & Power Portfolio Manager to oversee work across Ireland and contribute to our wider business activities.

Our Energy & Power team supports Transmission & Distribution and Generation clients, along with delivering cross‑market solutions for non‑energy sectors. Our work includes transmission system assets, High Voltage Direct Current interconnectors, energy storage systems, inertia systems, wind and solar farms, and advanced facilities for technology and process‑driven industries.

In this role, you will oversee our frameworks and projects in Ireland and contribute to the ongoing development of the Energy & Power team and client portfolio. This position offers strong visibility at senior levels within Jacobs and provides an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a rapidly expanding sector.

We value work‑life balance and flexibility. Our Irish Energy & Power team works across Dublin, Cork and Belfast, and we welcome discussions on location, hybrid working, part‑time arrangements, and flexible hours.

• Take ownership of relationships with Irish Energy & Power clients, including addressing key issues and coordinating responses to client feedback.
• Develop and implement growth plans, client engagement strategies, and priority sales activities for Energy & Power clients in Ireland.
• Ensure appropriate project management controls are in place to support consistent delivery to time, cost and quality expectations.
• Represent Jacobs within industry settings, supplier reviews and client forums.
• Deliver operational plans aligned with targets for gross margin, billable hours and revenue. Ensure all relevant policies, procedures and quality assurance requirements are met.
• Demonstrate visible commitment to Health, Safety and Wellbeing by applying Jacobs and client best practice.
• Work with Jacobs’ technical teams to pursue opportunities, highlight innovations and broaden our capabilities — including drawing on expertise from across the global organisation.
• Oversee Project Managers to support effective project delivery, including assisting with invoicing and payment activities where required.
• Support recruitment, development and retention of talented individuals to meet client and business needs.

• Strong client‑facing experience in the energy sector.
• Collaborative and inclusive approach to working with teams.
• Experience managing projects and supporting teams within a matrix environment.
• Strong commercial and financial understanding.

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

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