The EMP Programme Management Team combines work programme information from across EMPnbusiness areas to provide one view of the EMP work programme for the Networks Engineering and Generation Engineering. The team monitors and reports on the commercial performance and delivery status of the work programme and integrates this information with strategic resource planning, capability management and cost management. This team also ensures that the work programme is aligned to the strategic needs of EMPs partners.

This Senior Professional – Commercial Team Leader ensures that all commercial elements of the EMP Work Programme are planned, integrated and communicated. This requires significant stakeholder management both within EMP and with our partners and supports resource planning, capacity management and cost management.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead efficient implementation of cost reporting systems and analysis in Networks Capex, Opex and Generation Projects including the development of commercial key performance indicators (KPI’s) to enable decision-making to support the delivery of projects.
• Provide guidance to team members and colleagues in all aspects of commercial management of EMP delivered Networks and Generation Projects and be accountable for the overall performance of the team and manage any matters that result from team performance / relationship issues.
• Liaise with Networks Liaison Manager to report EMP Networks Recharges and undertake cost management reviews.
• Lead the development and delivery of commercial management training programmes for new Programme Management Team resources, as well as Networks Engineering lead engineers and team leaders.
• Drive continuous improvement of the commercial management processes through ongoing reviews of project performance and actual spends to further enhance the accuracy of the future project cost estimates.
• Have ability to prioritise workload within the team and balance client expectations with available resources and project deadlines.
• Support the IBP timeline, stakeholder engagement and ensure outputs support strategic workforce planning and capability alignment with Finance and HR.

Experience and Qualifications
Essential
• 5+ years PQE
• High level of experience in commercial management and project administration of Networks and/or Generation project activities
• Experience in developing and implementing business processes and procedures.
• A strong commercial capability with experience in business and financial data analysis and report preparation.
• A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to ESB’s safety, time, quality and cost objectives.

• Excellent stakeholder management and change management skills

Desirable
• The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• A flexible approach to work.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Evidence of delivering tangible business results.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and coordinate effectively with a large group of colleagues on a range of work tasks.

Qualifications
Essential
• A relevant 3rd Level qualification is essential

Location
This position will be based in The Sidings Building, Grand Canal Dock

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may combine remote/smart working within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration, the frequency of which is agreed with the manager and the subject to ongoing review.

Reporting To
The successful candidate will report to the EMP Programme Manager, EMP Programme Management Team, Engineering & Major Projects

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

6th April 2026

Commercial Team Lead

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