Senior Electrical Engineer

Cpl Group; Louth; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days annual leave

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Training and Education opportunities

Exposure to large-scale projects

Job summary

CPL Group seeks an experienced Substation Package Manager for a new 110 kV AIS substation project in County Meath. You will lead engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning, manage design-build contracts, and coordinate with customers, network operators and the TSO to deliver on time and budget.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have deep experience delivering HV substations in Ireland, with strong negotiation and cost-control skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Extensive knowledge of HV Substation delivery in Ireland.
• Strong analytical and cost-control capabilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with teamwork focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop a concept for delivering the 110 kV AIS substation.
• Review design and build package scope and specifications.
• Manage procurement, TQs, and commercial terms for the contractor.
• Oversee design and build contract execution and variations.
• Coordinate with customer, the network, and the TSO for interface management.
• Monitor progress and project expenditures and cost risks.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Stay updated on Irish construction regulations and standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication & negotiation

MS Office proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

My client has been servicing the electricity, oil, gas, process, and renewable sectors for half a century, and has become one of the most experienced power industry contractors in the world. Installing and maintaining advanced-technology gas turbines, steam turbines, hydro turbines, boilers, HRSGs, compressors and other rotating equipment as well as power grid stabilisation, our complex engineering solutions have helped fuel the power generation industry on a global scale.

We are seeking an experienced Substation Package Manager for the construction of a new 110 kV AIS Substation as part of a larger project development on a new-build project County Meath.

The role is to manage the engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning of the 110 kV AIS substation as part of a larger new build project contributing to successful delivery within budget and time constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a concept for the delivery of the 110 kV AIS substation
• Develop a scope of works and review the specification for the design and build package
• Manage the procurement process of the contractor including responding to TQs and negotiation of commercial terms and conditions
• Manage the execution of the design and build contract
• Manage the stakeholder interface including the customer, the network and the TSO.
• Monitor the progress of the project
• Monitor project expenditures and ensure accurate cost tracking for the project.
• Identify and manage cost risks, including contingencies for unforeseen site conditions.
• Certify progress claims of contractors
• Prepare and review variations and negotiate final accounts.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Stay informed on Irish construction regulations, industry standards, and market trends.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive knowledge of the delivery of HV Substations in Ireland.
• Proficiency in software tools such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, particularly for earthworks and structural costs.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills, with a focus on teamwork.
• Familiarity with Irish construction laws and environmental considerations.

Benefits:

• 21 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Training and Education opportunities
• Exposure to challenging and large-scale new-build projects in the energy sector.