About this role
P osition Description The Civils Construction Lead role within the Customer Projects and Delivery Team of ESB Networks (ESBN) will encompass the main milestone deliverables of all aspects of civil construction work on the MV & LV network across the Dublin Region for Customer Delivery Team. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in cost management, quality assurance, financial governance, contract management, Local Authority relationship management, Road Management Office (RMO) management and Map Road Licencing (MRL) compliance. Working with all relevant stakeholders internally and externally to ensure delivery of PR6 programs of work and continued customer centric network performance. Key Responsibilities The responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to: Cost management function throughout all stages of a project including: Supporting and liaising with Engineer Officers on accurate civil costing & bills of quantities Work with Local Authorities Road Engineers on optimised licence conditions Develop existing relationships with Local Authorities to ensure quality of service and delivery Be the lead point of contact for civil works program for the Customer Projects and Delivery Construction Supervisors across the region, coordinate with Contract Partner for effective and timely delivery Oversee and govern the cost variation request approvals process Be an ESB Civils Site Safety Champion - Carryout regular Site Safety Audits in line with ESB policy Be a Purple Book expert – Guidelines for the Opening, Backfilling and Reinstatement of Openings in Public Roads, provide expert opinion to the business of optimised delivery options Manage Contractor performance in Trenching and Ducting Quality Assurance and Compliance with the Purple Book Manage Civil Work Budgets – implement governance to ensure all civil work adjustments are approved and associated budgets are in place Provide required support to Construction Supervisors at Invoice Stage Forecasting and monitoring of OPEX and CAPEX programmes Promoting the safety management culture across all activities demonstrating visible commitment to safety Ensure that Quality Procedures are implemented on all projects Report writing and interpretation Assist with mentoring and professional development of staff Experience and Qualifications Essential 10+ Years experience in delivery of Trenching and Ducting in the utility sector Established working relationships with Local Authorities in the Dublin, Meath, Wicklow and Kildare regions Proven track record in high scale project delivery in Trenching and Ducting civil works Demonstrate implementation of governance models to deliver cost management Ability to manage multiple project sites across a wide region Chapter 8 Traffic Management qualification Expert in Purple Book Strong knowledge of MRL system Strong problem solving and organisational skills Full clean EU Driving License and access to a car Desirable Level 8 Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience is building and delivering presentations to 3rd Party entities Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies within a team structure Excellent report writing skills Experience with SAP and Sharepoint Location The successful candidate will be based in the Dublin region and may be required to travel nationally on occasion in line with business requirements. Reporting to Dublin South Construction Area Manager Why Work with Us? Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future Career development through mentoring and training Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities Sports and Social Clubs Networking opportunities Credit Union Generous Pension Access to staff well-being programmes Generous parental leave entitlements Strong values-based and inclusive culture Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted Salary €59,000 to €70,000 per annum Closing Date 02nd of September,2026 Interview 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: Accountable and Ethical Collaborative Growing and Adaptive Proactive Respectful and Supportive More information available on Our People Promise Notes Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland prior to commencement of employment.