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Senior Specialist , Environmental Consenting

 
 
Vacancy Number:  25971
Engineering - Planning / Environmental
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.

Are you looking for a new challenge?

 

A Brighter, zero carbon future awaits!

Join the Planning & Environmental Group within Civil, Environmental & Renewables Department of ESB Engineering & Major Projects, where we provide a broad range of environmental and planning services for ESB Group throughout the feasibility, design, construction and operation & maintenance phases of electricity infrastructure projects in Ireland and overseas.

The team specialises in:

 

  • Preparation & Submission of planning applications
  • Environmental Consenting, Licensing & Compliance
  • Environmental Management Systems
  • Environmental & Ecological Studies
  • Sustainability Reporting and Leadership
  • Environmental SI, Site Remediation & Incident Response

We are looking for an experienced Environmental Consenting Project Manager to join us on our journey to a Brighter Future.

 

 

About ESB

 

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.

 

 

Position Description

 

The Environmental Consenting Project Manager will be a member of the Planning & Environmental (P&E) Group within the Engineering & Major Projects (EMP) business unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of environmental consenting on infrastructure projects undertaken by ESB Group.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Responsibilities will cover the items below:

 

  • Take ownership and responsibility for requirements and project managing all environmental related workstreams on projects including: 
    • Project tender preparation, evaluation and lifecycle project management
    • EIAR coordination, environmental studies and surveys for planning consent applications.  
    • Environmental obligations post consent (e.g. during construction) 
  • Find solutions to technical environmental consenting issues, with limited oversight and advise multi-disciplinary project teams on technical matters at a strategic level.
  • Manage, collaborate and coordinate with other teams across ESB to successfully deliver projects in a timely manner.
  • Lead consultations with key external stakeholders and statutory authorities as required on projects. 
  • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant environmental regulatory requirements for ESB development projects especially in areas of new technologies like offshore wind. 
  • Lead various feasibility and screening studies for sites as required by ESB. 
  • Manage environmental and technical consultants and review technical reports. 

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

 

Working as part of this dynamic team, you will always have new challenges and new problems to solve – working together is key.  You will have the autonomy to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems with the support of your colleagues.

 

 

Essential 

 

The successful candidate must have: 

  • Minimum 7 years experience in the area of Environmental Impact Assessment.
  • A proven track record of successfully coordinating, project managing and co-authoring large EIAR projects.
  • In depth knowledge and experience of the consenting process of major developments (e.g. Strategic Infrastructure Development Act, Environmental Impact Assessment process, assessment under the EU Habitats Directive, Waste Management Directive).
  • A strong understanding and up to date working knowledge of the environmental regulatory requirements within Ireland related to consenting of major infrastructure projects. 
  • A professional manner with strong inter-personal skills, with an ability to communicate at all levels and deliver high results. 
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and proven track record of managing internal and external stakeholders and leading successful public consultations. 
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct efficient decision making and problem solving in collaboration with other key stakeholders. 
  • Strong organisational and structured approach to project management and commercial aspects of projects. 
  • A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver on project requirements.
  • Full drivers’ licence and access to a car. 

 

 

Desirable 

 

  • Experience in working on electricity generation, storage and/or generating infrastructure projects.
  • Experience in dealing with appeals to ABP and/or legal challenges.
  • Working knowledge of EU and Irish public procurement rules appropriate to a project management role.
  • Experience of environmental regulatory requirements in the UK. 
  • Experience and preparation of other consent applications (e.g. Industrial Emission (IE) Licencing and Marine Consents) and supporting studies and surveys as required.

 

 

Qualifications

 

Essential 

 

  • Level 8 Environmental or Science Degree or equivalent qualification. 

 

Desirable 

 

  • Level 9 Engineering or Science Degree or equivalent qualification. 
  • Chartered status in a recognised professional institution 
  • Project Management qualification. 

 

Location

 

Your base will be at one of our offices situated at One Dublin Airport Central or Eastgate Cork. Site visits is also a feature of this role which will require a certain amount of travel within Ireland.

 

ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working. The successful candidate may combine remote / smart working within the jurisdiction, with attendance at base for in-person collaboration, the frequency of which is agreed with the manager and subject to ongoing review.

 

 

Why ESB?

 

  • Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future​
  • Embracing & facilitating a Smart Working Future​ / Hybrid Working
  • Career development through mentoring, and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Active Social & Sports Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension Contributions
  • Access to Staff Well Being programmes
  • Generous parents leave entitlements
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
  • Performance Related Bonus   
  • Professional membership fees covered 
  • ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme

 

 

Reporting to

 

Reporting to the Environmental Consenting Team Lead in the Planning & Environmental Group of Engineering and Major Projects.

 

 

Salary

 

 

€69,000 to €81,000 per annum

 

 

Closing Date

 

6th December 2024

 

 

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.

 

 

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