COO, Infrastructure Delivery & Growth — Hybrid (Ireland)

Quinn and Associates; Munster; Hybrid; EUR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Ireland is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee project execution from planning to maintenance. The role focuses on operational resilience and commercial optimization, with responsibilities including leading infrastructure projects, managing risks, and ensuring health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have senior leadership experience in renewable energy or major infrastructure, strong commercial acumen, and relevant qualifications. Competitive package and hybrid work model offered.

Benefits

Competitive executive package

Private healthcare

Pension

Income protection

CPD support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior operational roles within renewable energy or major infrastructure.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in budget management.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of infrastructure projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Own scheduling, programme performance, and risk management.
• Champion health and safety and quality assurance standards.

Skills

Senior operational or delivery leadership

Budget and programme ownership

Commercial and contractual fluency

Credible communication skills

Risk management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying

Masters or MBA

Job description

A leading infrastructure firm in Ireland is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee project execution from planning to maintenance. The role focuses on operational resilience and commercial optimization, with responsibilities including leading infrastructure projects, managing risks, and ensuring health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have senior leadership experience in renewable energy or major infrastructure, strong commercial acumen, and relevant qualifications. Competitive package and hybrid work model offered.