Strategic Procurement QS - EPC/Civil & Electrical

ESB; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Pension

Credit Union

Staff well-being programmes

Sports and social clubs

Networking opportunities

Diversity and inclusion culture

Job summary

ESB Networks is seeking a skilled procurement professional to lead end-to-end EPC, Civil, and Electrical contractor procurements across Ireland. You will develop commercial strategies, manage tender processes, and ensure value-for-money delivery.

The role requires strong contracting experience within the utilities sector, robust governance, and the ability to collaborate with Engineering, Legal, and project teams. Hybrid work and frequent meetings in Dublin are expected.

Qualifications

• A Level 8 Degree in Quantity Surveying with a minimum of 5 years post graduate work experience in procurement or commercial roles within construction/utilities.
• Extensive experience in the procurement or contract/commercial management of construction projects.
• Proven track record of delivering procurement processes for works projects.
• Strong commercial acumen with professional communication.
• Experience drafting tender documents and contracts for major projects.
• Knowledge of EU/Government procurement policies and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end EPC, Civil and Electrical Contractor procurement competitions.
• Define requirements with framework owners/managers within ESB Networks and Engineering and Major Projects to identify procurement strategies.
• Provide expert commercial and market advice to influence procurement strategies and optimise outcomes.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with EU procurement legislation, internal governance and best practice with robust audit trails.
• Work with Legal/Insurance in contracts, bonding requirements etc.
• Develop trusted relationships with internal units, Engineering, Legal and suppliers to support procurement delivery.
• Facilitate preparation and issue of mini-tenders and tenders for contracts and frameworks.
• Manage procurement aspects of existing contracts and framework agreements.
• Guide others in resolving complex issues in specialised areas.
• Assist category manager in mentoring staff.
• Interpret internal or external business issues and recommend solutions/best practice.
• Maintain knowledge of market developments in EU Utilities Directive.

Skills

Procurement

Tender documents

Contract management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

SAP

SharePoint

Job description

ESB Networks is seeking a skilled procurement professional to lead end-to-end EPC, Civil, and Electrical contractor procurements across Ireland. You will develop commercial strategies, manage tender processes, and ensure value-for-money delivery.

The role requires strong contracting experience within the utilities sector, robust governance, and the ability to collaborate with Engineering, Legal, and project teams. Hybrid work and frequent meetings in Dublin are expected.