Project Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our newly formed PMO team and support definition and delivery of key strategic and operational initiatives across the business.  The Project Manager is a critical communication and control role between Flogas management, business stakeholders, technical teams and vendors. The role may lead IT and business projects, working closely with stakeholders at all levels to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standard. The “People” side of change is critical in Flogas and the Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring change curve milestones are planned & achieved to maximise adoption and benefit realisation.

They will play a critical role in improving processes, driving efficiency, best practices and supporting transformation within a fast paced environment ranging on initiatives from operational efficiency / continuous improvement, commercial / product, regulatory, digital transformation, safety etc

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of projects from initiation through to closure, ensuring scope, time, cost, and quality objectives are met
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, and resource plans, tracking progress and proactively managing risks, issues, and dependencies
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, building strong working relationships across the business, IT, vendors / third parties
• Develop and execute stakeholder management and communication plans tailored to the needs of different audiences and project phases
• Consider & manage change management activities, including impact assessments, readiness planning, training coordination, and communications to support adoption of new systems and processes
• Facilitate project governance & project intelligence, including steering committees, status reporting, metrics and trend analysis
• Manage project budgets and resourcing, tracking spend against forecast and escalating as needed
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating appropriately and driving resolution
• Ensure IT projects follow appropriate SDLC process and monitor control points
• Work closely with Business Analysts and technical teams to ensure requirements are translated into successful project outcomes
• Ensure appropriate project documentation, controls, and lessons learned are maintained and shared to support continuous improvement of the PMO
• Ensure sufficient handover to BAU is completed as part of the project
• As this is a newly formed team, contribute to shaping the project delivery framework, methodology, and governance standards

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will have:

• minimum 5 years experience as a PM ideally within the energy / utilities sector across IT & business projects
• In-depth knowledge and demonstrated experience of SDLC and change control processes
• Proven track record of managing the full project lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, resourcing, and risk/issue management
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership
• Demonstrated experience leading change management activities to support successful adoption of new systems, processes, or ways of working
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) and governance frameworks
• Project management qualification (e.g. PMP, Prince2, or equivalent) desirable
• Proficiency in MS Office is essential, knowledge of Asana, FreshService and Devops desirable
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously
• Be proactive, outcome-driven mindset with a focus on best practice, continuous improvement, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment

About Flogas:

Part of the DCC Group, Flogas Ireland was established in 1978 supplying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) throughout the island and to this day remains one of the leading suppliers in Ireland, servicing a diverse range of market sectors, including commercial, agricultural, and domestic.

Over the years, Flogas has evolved and grown as an Energy business, and with the acquisition of Budget Energy, based in Derry, and Flogas Enterprise Solutions, (formally known as Naturgy) we are now also a leading supplier of Natural Gas and Electricity, as well as Renewables, including Corporate Power Purchase Agreements, and energy services in both residential and commercial markets across the island of Ireland. We have an esteemed reputation within the Energy Industry and have been awarded the NSAI Quality System Certificate from the I.S. EN ISO 9001 Series.

As a Flogas Group, we are now driving our growth strategy to achieve our vision of being Irelands leading provider of total energy solutions, meeting our customers changing needs and delivering to the highest possible standard.

Why work with us?

Flogas is a well-established business within the DCC group and is continuing to grow, becoming a top provider in the energy sector, making it a very exciting time to be part of the Flogas Group. We offer a warm and welcoming environment, valuing our people and their input into the business. We encourage a collaborative workplace, where everyone feels included and heard.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Defined Pension Contribution
• Healthcare Allowance
• Staff discounts
• Hybrid work options
• Health and Wellbeing Supports
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Career Advancement is important to us in Flogas. All our roles are advertised internally, and we encourage internal progression right across the business.

Flogas is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.