Offshore Cable Package Manager

As the Offshore Cable Package Manager, you will lead the Offshore Cable Package, supporting our project portfolio in the UK and Ireland markets through Development Rights Competition, Route to Market Auction and Consent. There is also potential within the role to also support the project portfolio more broadly providing strategic input into the overall delivery of the technical aspects of the projects.

Key Responsibilities 

 Responsibilities will cover many but not necessarily all of the items below. Within the project team, you lead and manage the scope of the cable package, which consist of: 

• Lead the Offshore Cables related activities for offshore wind projects, at various stages of project maturity for both fixed and floating offshore wind farms; 
• Provision of technical and commercial input into all aspects of the cables supply and installation contracts, including input on contract strategy, preparation of Employers Requirements, preparation of specification of technical documents including specification requirements for cable lay vessel(s) and all other ancillary subsea vehicles operations relating to subsea export and Inter-array cables;
• Manage relationships with cables contractors, counterparties and other project stakeholders;
• Manage the cable tender evaluation, contract negotiations, route engineering and provide technical support during cable installation; 
• Provide support to business and functional contract owners, promoting a strong team culture and open and transparent communication within the project team;
• Ensure that all cable related risks are continually assessed, reported and managed in line with the projects governance systems;
• Identifying and managing the interfaces between the cable package and other packages  to ensure that the overall offshore wind development is successfully procured and delivered;

Experience and Qualifications 
 
Essential

• Primary engineering level 8 degree in a relevant discipline.
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale subsea cable projects from initiation to commercial close, with a commitment to safety, budget, quality, project program, and client satisfaction.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in subsea cable projects.
• Strong commercial focus.
• Experience in contract preparation and evaluation for vessels and subsea operations.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of projects, and motivate team members to achieve objectives.
• Clear planning and communication skills for progressing specific projects or new initiatives.
• Proficiency in HSEQ Standards for offshore cable projects, including familiarity with CDMC/IMO/IMCA requirements.
• Extensive experience in subsea cable laying, cable embedment, submersible vehicle operations, vessel positioning, and commercial diving.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Experience in subsea surveys and engineering, including interpretation of geotechnical and geophysical reports

Desirable:

• Chartered engineer.
• Due diligence experience.
• Understanding of key influencers of project business cases.
• Experience with project management processes.

Location 
 
This role is based in either ESB E&MP Dublin/Cork offices but travel to project locations as required, is a key requirement of the 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 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.
 

Reporting to 
 
Transmission & Distribution Delivery, Generation Cables Manager. 
 

Why Work with Us?

•    Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
•    Progressive, hybrid working model
•    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

€83,000 to €98,000 per annum

Closing Date

27th March 2025

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.