Site Acquisitions & Planning Project Managers

We are seeking a dedicated professional to lead the coordination of multiple internal and external stakeholders for the delivery of our DSO Site Acquisitions and Planning programme.

This multimillion-euro CAPEX programme is to directly delivery new distribution substations to meet the Networks for Net Zero 2040 strategy. The role will require the Project Manager to set and agree targets for delivery with various units of ESBN and EMP. The role will also involve co-ordination with local authorities, statutory bodies, customers, external consultants, land agents and landowners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the development of new distribution substation projects from initial concept through to obtaining necessary approvals.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders, including local authorities, customers, consultants, and landowners, to ensure project milestones are met.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams to incorporate technical input throughout the project development phase.
• Improve and standardise processes by implementing feedback and lessons learned from completed projects.
• Commit to and promote a strong safety culture in all activities.
• Provide regular project updates and recommendations to the Programme Manager, identifying and addressing project risks.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with all project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prepare detailed progress reports, including key performance indicators and project status updates.
• Oversee and manage external contractors involved in the project.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.
• Level 8 Degree in Engineering or equivalent Project Management work experience is essential
• Proven track record of project management / co-ordination, delivery of projects on time and to the highest technical standards.
• Very strong stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong commercial capability.
• Ability to lead the sharing of knowledge and competencies within a team structure, both through developing formal training and through on-the-job coaching /mentoring of junior employees.

Desirable

• Contract management experience

Reporting to

Site Acquisitions & Planning Programme Manager

Location

The position will be based in EMP offices situated at One Dublin Airport Central or Eastgate Cork.

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.