Job Description

We are looking for a Project Engineer with at least 7 years’ experience in delivering engineering projects and project management, ideally in the electricity industry.

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity and building resilient infrastructure, you will work with the team in successful delivery of a programme of projects for the ESB Networks business

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Project Manager to successfully deliver project works applying a high level of safety standards in all aspects of work

• Contractor Management – Develop and manage project programmes and monitor and manage contractors’ construction and commissioning schedules.
• Overall management of the tender process including preparation of documents, evaluation and negotiation.

• Construction Management
• Management of project interfaces such as procurement, design, free issue material, power cables, telecoms
• Coordination of project requirements into overall ESB / EirGrid outage schedules.
• Build relationships with relevant key stakeholders across ESB and in relevant external agencies

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Seven or more years’ experience in project management/delivery, ideally within the electricity industry.
• Level 8 Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering or equivalent work experience is essential
• Experience dealing with construction contractors to ensure that they deliver to specified requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of PSDP and PSCS processes.

• Excellent understanding of key elements of construction and project management.
• Hold a full driving licence and have access to a car.

• Flexibility to travel nationwide

Desirable

• Excellent understanding of key elements of High Voltage (HV) and Electrical design.

• Construction experience across a wide range of high voltage engineering projects, for example, Substations, Overhead Line and underground cables projects
• Project Management Qualification
• Chartered status or another relevant accreditation

Location

This position will be based in The Siding, Grand Canal Quay, Dublin 2 or in our Eastgate office in Cork. Travel to site will be an important part of this role.

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 two anchor days 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.

Reporting To

Project Manager, Networks Project Delivery

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

€71,976 to €84,677 per annum

Closing Date

14/04/2026

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.