Apply now »

Project Manager, Capital Works

 
 
Vacancy Number:  26076
Business
Job Type:  Full-time
 

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.  Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

 

 

Position description   

 

Facilities Management (FM) manage and maintain in excess of 90 properties in the ESB Property portfolio, to over 7000 staff. FM have responsibility for the delivery of a wide range of building related projects to ensure that the ESB Group can deliver its business in well maintained safe & sustainable workplace environments. Within FM the capital projects team is responsible for the delivery of the capital works programme across ESB through a multi-disciplinary professional team consisting of internal and external resources typically make up the delivery teams.  

  

The role of the Capital Projects Project Manager is to work as part of the Capital Projects team in the role of designer and project manager in multidisciplinary teams delivering projects to ESB group.  

The projects are typically construction projects on existing premises and vary from internal fitout with services upgrades to fabric (roof, windows, wall cladding, thermal) upgrades to whole building upgrades. A key factor in working with existing buildings is familiarity with building regulations and their applicability to existing circumstances.  

 

 

Key Responsibilities 

 

  • Responsible for delivering a series of projects of varying complexity annually as part of the overall Capital Works program in FM for a range of internal ESB customers, aligned to ESB Net Zero strategy   

  • Assemble and manage appropriate design teams, from professional and construction industry framework panels, to carry out the necessary work and provide the relevant services for projects. Manage these consultants on each project in line with ESB policies ensuring timely delivery and within budget.  

  • Competency to act in role as Project Supervisor Design Process(PSDP) on relevant projects and advise on optimum design solutions for building projects.  

  • Managing stakeholder and providing timely reporting on projects progress and issues to stakeholders and Senior Capital PM Management   

  • Responsible for ensuring compliance with the planning and building regulatory framework and legislation on projects along with ESB policies and procedures in particular managing permit to work system on all projects.  

  • Inputting into a series of policies and procedures in line with ESB policies and Statutory legislation, to ensure projects are executed in a safe, cost effective, time efficient, professional and compliant manner.  

  • Working collaboratively with Facility Management team and delivering projects to ensure a full complete handover to the maintenance phase of the project by other members of the Facilities team including the Hard and Soft Services manager  

  • Producing sketch scheme proposals, tender information, construction information, as built information for projects including drawings, specifications, schedules and scope of works documents.  

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

 

Essential  

 

  • Minimum of 8 years relevant work experience is essential  

  • Relevant 3rd Level qualification in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience is essential  

  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit  

  • SafePass  

  •  Strong experience in construction Project Management.  

  • Experience in managing both internal and external stakeholders   

  • Experience in the delivery of building projects related to offices, stores, depots, and protected structures.  

  • Strong knowledge and understanding in relation to statutory obligations of Health and Safety legislation and its application in the workplace.  

  • Ability to plan work to deadlines  

 

  

Desirable  

  

  • Experience and knowledge of permit to work systems including assessment of risk assessment and method statements with emphasis on safety  

  • IOSH Managing Safety in Construction  

  • Project Management qualifications

  • A sound knowledge of legislation relating to planning, construction, health & safety, energy and conservation in buildings   

  • Good interpersonal skills, commercial awareness and the ability to organise and motivate teams  

  • Have a good working knowledge of the legal, regulatory and governance framework within which the ESB operates and adhere to corporate polices, protocols and procedures  

  • Experience in cost management on construction projects  

  • Experience in delivery of M&E projects relating to offices, stores and vehicle garages  

 

 

Location  

 

This position will be based in ESB’s Head Office at Fitzwilliam 27, Dublin 2  

 

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

 

Capital Projects Senior Project 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 

  • Comprehensive Diversity & Inclusion programme 

  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 

  

 

Salary 

 

€48,000 - €56,500 depending on experience.

 

 

Closing Date 

 

2nd January 2025

 

 

 

 

Note: Please advise if you require any assistance or accommodations should you be called to attend an interview. 

 

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. 

Apply now »