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Overhaul Project Manager- Donegal Hydro Stations

ESB
Dublin, IrelandHybrid25 Sept 2026

Job description

Generation Projects within E&MP has been established to develop all generation projects, both renewable and thermal projects, as well as managing overhauls and construction projects. ## What you'll do Lead and manage the Overhaul schedule across multiple years to deliver strategic objectives for the Donegal Stations. - Single Point of Contact within EMP for the projects - Manage delivery of projects, incl. safety management, schedule management, cost management, contractor management. - Build and lead a high-performing Project Team focused on cost-effective technical and commercial project delivery. - Collaborate with Generation and Trading and take responsibility for project lifecycle to align plant requirements, contracting strategies, scopes, resources, schedule and budgets with business cases. - Apply ESB’s Project Management Methodology (PMM) across the projects to ensure quality and consistency. Consistent reporting programme dashboards. - Lead the tender process including evaluation and negotiations for the purpose of selecting preferred bidder(s) in line with the agreed contracting and procurement strategy for the project(s). - Take responsibility for managing the preparation of necessary project technical deliverables required for financial / board approval. Prepare detailed progress reports, including key performance indicators and project status updates - Provide regular project updates and recommendations to the Hydro Overhaul Programme Manager, identifying and addressing project risks. Improve and standardise processes by implementing feedback and lessons learned from previous projects. Participate in the Project Board. - Maintain strong stakeholder relationships across internal teams and external partners to support successful project execution. - Maintain an accurate resource requirement plan to deliver on commitments and work collaboratively with Generation Projects and Generation and Trading to obtain the necessary resources. - Ensure project team (contractors & staff) focus on strong safety performance, including mandatory duty holders roles e.g. PSDP. Experience and Qualifications - The successful candidate will have: - A minimum of ten years relevant post-qualification experience. - A demonstrated focus on commerciality and customer service. - A proven track record of delivering large scale generation projects on time and to budget - A strong understanding of the commercial and technical aspects of overhaul project planning and execution - The ability to lead a project team to a high level of performance. - Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies with a team. Desirable - Experience with ESB’s Project Delivery Methodology or alternate project management processes. - Strong experience in leading the preparation of technical specifications. - Understanding the overhaul business case. - A good understanding of contracts including management of same - Familiarity of ESB power plant overhauls Qualifications: - Level 8 qualification in Engineering/physical science or relevant work experience. Desirable - Master's or post-graduate diploma in Engineering/Physical Science/ Project Management or any other related discipline. Location EMP offices in Dublin or East Gate, Cork, with required on-site attendance at Donegal Hydro Stations, up to 5 days a week. Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business. Reporting To Senior Manager, Generations 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 …

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