Change Control Manager

EirGrid; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

EirGrid Group is seeking an experienced Change Control Manager to lead major transformation initiatives, including implementing an Enterprise Project & Portfolio Management capability and embedding new governance across the CIO directorate.

This senior role collaborates with programme leadership, SMEs, system vendors and executives to ensure new systems, processes and operating models are delivered, adopted and sustained as part of business-as-usual.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years’ experience delivering transformation governance in regulated infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and embed change control procedures, workflows and templates across scope, schedule and cost.
• Own the end-to-end change request and approval lifecycle, leading governance forums.
• Ensure data integrity, baseline control and consistent application of data standards.
• Partner with the EPPM project team, PMO leadership and system vendor to integrate change control into delivery plans.
• Coordinate clear, consistent communications across CIO functions, programmes and governance forums.
• Support the transition to EPPM-enabled ways of working, embedding and sustaining new behaviours and controls.
• Drive adoption, compliance and continuous improvement with PMO and programme teams as Project Controls capability matures.

Skills

Change control

Project governance

EPPM/PPM

Stakeholder mgmt

PMO leadership

Data integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PRINCE2

APM

PMI

Job description

We are at the heart of Ireland’s energy transition - connecting, operating and transforming the electricity grid to support a low carbon, renewable future. We are building talented teams that tackle real world challenges every day and help us to achieve our goal to prepare the grid to carry up to 80% of Ireland’s electricity from renewable sources. We are proud to be a certified Great Place to Work, recognised for our culture built on trust, collaboration and inclusion. At EirGrid you will find supportive teams, opportunities to grow and meaningful work. We also offer secure employment with a range of flexible and family friendly working policies to support your life and wellbeing. If you want to know more about what EirGrid has to offer you, visit Life at EirGrid.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Change Control Manager to lead the people and of major transformation initiatives, including the implementation of a new Enterprise Project & Portfolio Management (EPPM) capability and the embedding of new governance frameworks and ways of working across the CIO directorate. This role sits at the heart of enterprise transformation — ensuring that change is not only delivered, but understood, adopted, and sustained. This is a senior role that works closely with programme leadership, subject‑matter experts, system vendors, and senior leaders to ensure that new systems, processes, and operating models are successfully implemented and embedded into business‑as‑usual.

The Team

The Programme Management Office (PMO) team is responsible for overseeing delivery programme performance, governance, regulation and risk, investment portfolio reporting, and Network Capex-relatedPrice Review. The team monitors performance against agreed targets, develops insights from portfolio data, and communicates performance to internal and external stakeholders key stakeholders such as DCEE and the CRU.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and embed change control procedures, workflows and templates across scope, schedule and cost.
• Own the end-to-end change request and approval lifecycle, leading governance forums.
• Ensure data integrity, baseline control and consistent application of data standards.
• Partner with the EPPM project team, PMO leadership and system vendor to integrate change control into delivery plans.
• Coordinate clear, consistent communications across CIO functions, programmes and governance forums.
• Support the transition to EPPM-enabled ways of working, embedding and sustaining new behaviours and controls.
• Drive adoption, compliance and continuous improvement with PMO and programme teams as Project Controls capability matures.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Relevant bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years’ experience.
• Project Controls Manager experience delivering transformation governance in regulated infrastructure.
• EPPM/PPM change control expertise, managing scope, schedule and cost baselines.
• Strong planning systems, data and reporting skills, ensuring integrity and SSOT alignment.
• Expertise in change governance and assurance, applying PRINCE2, APM or PMI principles.
• Strong analytical, organisational and prioritisation skills to support decisions and manage risks.
• Influential stakeholder leadership, communication and facilitation skills, including executive-level presentations.

Closing date for applications

13th October 2026

Please note we receive a high volume of applications, and as every application is carefully reviewed our response time may vary. If you agree to be considered for other roles this may result in a delayed response as we establish the best fit for your experience. We appreciate your patience.

We value potential as much as experience. If you believe you can succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement.

We're dedicated to diversity and inclusion at Eirgrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.