Commercial Operations Manager

Job Title: Head of Commercial Operations (Solar PV Project Delivery)
Location: Hybrid – Dublin office with site and client travel (Ireland)
Salary: Competitive / DOE
Summary:
Gi Group is hiring for a senior, hands-on Head of Commercial Operations to lead the end-to-end delivery of commercial Solar PV projects from sales handover through installation, commissioning and client sign-off. This role sits between Sales and commissioning, owning project delivery performance, partner management and the operating model required to scale a high-volume commercial delivery function. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, standardise processes, and ensure projects are technically robust, fully compliant, efficiently delivered and commercially successful.
Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of commercial Solar PV projects from sales handover through installation completion, commissioning and client sign-off
  Act as the operational owner for project success, overseeing quality, programme, budget, health & safety and compliance
• Manage a portfolio of concurrent commercial and industrial (C&I) projects, ensuring clear scope, technical clarity, risk management and minimal variation
  Ensure a smooth transition from Sales to Operations with standardised handover packs and clear decision gates
• Lead and develop the commercial operations function across engineering, project control and project management
• Define roles, responsibilities, workflows, KPIs and reporting rhythms; hold teams accountable for delivery
• Recruit, mentor and develop team members as project volumes grow, building a high-performing operations unit
• Build and manage relationships with third-party installation partners, ensuring alignment on technical requirements, quality and safety standards
• Challenge and support partners to protect programme, safety, quality and margin
• Own pre-construction activities including engineering design input, technical review and constructability checks
  Lead grid/NC applications, coordinate planning requirements where applicable, and oversee health & safety planning and documentation
• Ensure projects are fully de-risked prior to mobilisation with clear design, scope and responsibilities agreed
• Standardise designs, documentation and technical processes to reduce errors, delays and rework
• Design, implement and continuously improve operational processes to support growth and scalability
• Work with internal systems (ERP/project tracking tools) to improve visibility, cost control, forecasting and decision-making
• Develop a repeatable “delivery playbook” to increase project volume without compromising quality or safety
• Use data and metrics to identify bottlenecks, improve cycle times and enhance project profitability
• Provide technical and operational input to Sales on complex/high-value opportunities and support bids with realistic delivery plans and risk identification
  Challenge scope, programme or commercial terms where they risk safety, quality or margin

Requirements:

• Qualification and/or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Solar PV or a closely related discipline
• Strong understanding of commercial Solar PV systems and typical C&I project configurations
• Knowledge of grid connection processes and NC applications
  Strong understanding of electrical design, standards and compliance requirements
• Strong knowledge of Irish regulatory and health & safety requirements in a construction environment
• Proven experience delivering commercial Solar PV or construction projects, ideally C&I scale with multiple concurrent sites
• Strong pre-construction and technical planning experience, including design review and constructability
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing external installation partners/subcontractors
• Track record of improving delivery processes, reducing delays and/or increasing project margins
• Strong leadership and ownership mindset, comfortable taking full responsibility for outcomes
• Confident decision-maker able to balance speed, quality and risk, and to challenge stakeholders when needed
• Highly organised, structured and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-growing environment where processes are evolving
• Full driving licence (essential)

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including additional benefits such as life assurance, company saving scheme, and employee discounts for friends and family
• Annual wellbeing allowance and enhanced sick pay scheme
• Early finish every Friday, paid volunteer days, and Good Friday as a company day (not taken from annual leave)
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced life-cycle policies (e.g., career break, enhanced family leave, paid marriage leave)
• Supportive team culture and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to work in a fast-evolving sector contributing to Ireland’s decarbonisation and energy resilience goals

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