About this role
<div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Engineering & Major Projects (EMP) is responsible for the efficient delivery of major projects and engineering solutions required by ESB and its customers to lead the transition to reliable, affordable, low carbon energy at home and internationally. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Join Generation Engineering Delivery (GED) as a Senior Specialist Site Resident Civil Engineer / Site Manager where we deliver innovative and efficient engineering solutions for our partners in EMP. The GED Construction Commercial & Contracts Group delivers a focused service for projects undertaken within EMP and specialises in: </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Construction management, </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Contract management,</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Commercial management. </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We are looking for a Senior Site Resident Civil Engineer / Site Manager to join us to become a key member of the team on our journey to a Brighter Future. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The Senior Specialist Site Resident Civil Engineer / Site Manager role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations and management of Contractors undertaking civil works contracts on largescale generation projects as it delivers on its Net Zero 2040 strategy. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The successful candidate will initially be assigned to a renewable onshore wind project construction site located in northern Scotland for an expected duration of 18 months and thereafter will return to Ireland to work on further largescale generation construction sites, with opportunities including but not limited to Thermal OCGT, Solar Projects and Demolition/Controlled Dismantling of existing Generation Power Station assets. The projects in Ireland are located throughout the country. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring project contracts are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, environmental and planning compliance as well as commercial and contract adherence. The role also involves assisting with the mentoring and professional development of junior staff. </span></p> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The role will involve full-time assignment to the particular project site. </span></p> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Key Responsibilities </strong> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Manage, monitor and supervise all on-site activities of our Contractors, specifically for generation projects construction and/or demolition contracts during enabling works, main construction and commissioning activities. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Administer the Contracts for main Contractors on site, including discharging of delegated responsibilities by the Engineer including corresponding with the Contractor in relation to all site issues.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ensure strong compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations, and planning compliance, with a strong emphasis on the specific challenges of electricity generating power plant construction.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Act as the primary point of contact for the project team, on site for the specified project.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Monitor project progress and prepare regular reports for the overall project team and senior management.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Coordinate with project managers, design engineers, safety specialists, environmental specialists and other stakeholders to ensure seamless Contract execution.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Undertake Quality Assurance documentation and Site Inspection Test Plan reviews, audits and checks of the civil works on the site throughout the construction period. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Resolve any issues or conflicts that arise on-site promptly and effectively in collaboration with other project team members. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Maintain detailed and accurate records of site activities, including daily logs, inspections, and incident reports.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support the assessment and resolution of Contractor’s claims and commercial risks. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support the project team with Third Party Stakeholder Management including Landowners interactions. </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Experience and Qualifications </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Essential </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Level 8 Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent third level qualification in Civil Engineering. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Minimum 7 years’ experience in civil engineering with experience of construction site management for energy infrastructure projects. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong working knowledge of FIDIC Contracts and the administration of Contracts in this form. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrated experience and ability to delivery civil/structural engineering construction phase projects on time and to the highest professional standards. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proven track record of being results driven and solution focused in a commercially driven environment. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on one’s own initiative while also collaborating strongly within a team. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to make high quality decisions and judgements. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Led successful stakeholder engagements with internal and external relevant parties and authorities. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong capability in assessing, communicating and managing project critical risks. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">A clear focus on delivery of high-quality work. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies within a project team structure. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent report and contractor correspondence writing skills. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent client service. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proficient IT skills. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Full driving license with access to a car. </span></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Desirable </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Acted in the position of Site Resident Civil Engineer and/or Site Manager in previous energy utility infrastructure projects. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Chartered status of a recognised professional institution. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Project Management qualification. </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Location </strong> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This is a full-time onsite role. The successful candidate will initially be assigned for an envisaged 18-month duration to Chleansaid Wind Farm site in Scotland and thereafter return to the Republic of Ireland to work on further largescale generation project sites. Travel to other project sites may be required from time to time. Travel to EMP Head Office in Dublin may also be required from time to time. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The base location associated with this role for the successful candidate will be EMP Offices at The Sidings Building, Dublin 2 or Eastgate, Little Island, Cork. </span></p> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Reporting To </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The successful candidate will report to the Manager, Construction, Commercial and Contracts Group within Generation Engineering Delivery. </span></p> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Why Work with Us? </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Career development through mentoring and training </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Sports and Social Clubs </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Networking opportunities </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Credit Union </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Generous Pension </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Access to staff well-being programmes </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Generous parental leave entitlements </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong values-based and inclusive culture</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Salary </strong></span></p> </div> <div>€71,000 - €84,000 per annum</div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Closing Date </strong></span></p> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">3rd July 2026</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Interview</strong> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy: </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Accountable and Ethical </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Collaborative </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Growing and Adaptive </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proactive </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Respectful and Supportive </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">More information available on <a href="https://esb.ie/careers/our-people-promise" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Our People Promise</a> </span></p> </div> <div> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Notes </strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. </span></p> </div> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment. </span></p> </div>