Senior Professional Resident Engineer

Essential

Minimum of seven years post-graduate experience.

Good understanding on the scoping, planning, design and construction phases of project work.

Strong delivery and solution focus, in a commercially driven environment.

Strong capability in assessing, communicating and managing project critical risks.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on one’s own initiative while also collaborating strongly within a team

The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent Stakeholder Management service.

Experience in successfully managing contractors in their delivery of construction projects.

Experience in carrying out inspections on projects.

Self-motivation and ability to project-manage own work and coordinate with those working alongside.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including be able to write reports on issues found and ensure the issues are closed out

Be proficient in the use of MS Office (incl Word, Excel Powerpoint, etc) and MS project

Full drivers’ licence valid for use in Republic of Ireland.

Desirable

Experience in Civil Engineering / Utility project contracts in excess of €10m in contract value would be advantageous.

Chartered status in a recognised professional institution.

Recent Experience in managing a team.

Qualifications

A recognised level 8 degree in civil/structural Engineering or equivalent work experience.

Location

This role is based in EMP Dublin but travel to and working at various project locations as required, is a key requirement of the role.

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 working from home within the Republic of Ireland, with attendance at base for in-person collaboration, on at least 2 days per week. Site visits is also a feature of this role which will require a certain amount of travel within Ireland.

Reporting to

Contracts Manager Team Lead in Networks Civil & Environmental Engineering

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

29th Septmber 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.