Job Description

The Senior Site 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.

The successful candidate will initially be assigned to a renewable solar project construction site located in the Southeast of Ireland for an expected duration of 6 months and thereafter will 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.

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.

The role will involve full-time assignment to the particular project site.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• 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.

• Assist with the administration of the Contracts for main Contractors on site, including corresponding with the Contractor in relation to all site issues.

• 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.

• Act as the point of contact for the project team, on site for the specified project.

• Monitor project progress and prepare regular reports for the overall project team and senior management.

• Coordinate with project managers, design engineers, safety specialists, environmental specialists and other stakeholders to ensure seamless Contract execution.

• Undertake Quality Assurance documentation and Site Inspection Test Plan reviews, audits and checks of the civil works on the site throughout the construction period.

• Resolve any issues or conflicts that arise on-site promptly and effectively in collaboration with other project team members.

• Maintain detailed and accurate records of site activities, including daily logs, inspections, and incident reports.

• Support the assessment and resolution of Contractor’s claims and commercial risks.

• Support the project team with Third Party Stakeholder Management including Landowners interactions.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Level 8 Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent third level qualification in Civil Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in civil engineering with demonstrated experience of construction site management for energy infrastructure projects, delivered to the highest professional standards.

• Good working knowledge of FIDIC Contracts and the administration of Contracts in this form.

• Experience of stakeholder engagements with internal and external relevant parties and authorities.

• Proven track record with demonstrated ability to deliver own work to the highest professional standards.

• A flexible approach to work, to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines to deliver excellent client service.

• Ability to make quality decisions and judgements.

• Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies within a team structure.

• Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient IT skills. 
• Full driving license with access to a car.

Desirable

• Acted in the position of Site Resident Civil Engineer and/or Site Manager in previous energy utility infrastructure projects.

• Chartered status of a recognised professional institution.
• Project Management qualification.

Location

This is a full-time onsite role based in Ireland. The successful candidate will be located at a generation project site on a full-time basis though travel to other Irish based generation projects may be required from time to time. Travel to EMP Head Office in Dublin may also be required from time to time.

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.

Reporting To

The successful candidate will report to the Manager, Construction, Commercial, and Contracts Group within Generation Engineering 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

€59,000 - €70,000 Per annum

Closing Date

13th July 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 / UK prior to commencement of employment.