Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
To work with the best.
Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Commercial Lead | Power and Renewables | Ireland & UK

To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
To work with the best.
Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a Commercial Lead to drive the commercial performance of our Power & Renewables Business Unit across the UK and Ireland.
This is a senior leadership role where you will take ownership of all commercial activities, from early-stage opportunity assessment and tendering through to project delivery and final account, ensuring risk is managed, value is maximised, and commercial strategy aligns with business growth objectives.

Role Purpose
As Commercial Lead, you will provide strategic commercial leadership across a growing portfolio of power and renewable projects, ensuring strong governance, robust contract management, and high-performing project delivery.

You will work closely with the Commercial Director, Business Unit leadership, and cross-functional teams to protect the company’s position, strengthen client relationships, and support continued expansion in the Power & Renewables sector

Key Responsibilities Commercial Leadership & Business Performance

Lead and coordinate all commercial activities across the Power & Renewables Business Unit
Drive revenue, margin, and cashflow performance through effective reporting and cost management
Establish and implement optimal commercial structures aligned with Business Unit and Group strategy
Strengthen commercial capability and awareness across the wider team

Tendering, Contracts & Negotiation

Lead commercial input across tendering, bid strategy, and project selection
Drive commercial negotiations through bid stage, contract signing, and project delivery
Interpret contractual obligations, ensuring compliance and protecting the business position
Evaluate and mitigate commercial, financial, and programme risks

Project Delivery & Controls

Support full project lifecycle delivery, from tender through to final account
Oversee cost control, reporting, and commercial governance across projects
Audit live projects to ensure accuracy, compliance, and performance improvement
Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Planning, and QS teams

Risk & Governance

Identify and manage commercial and contractual risk across the Business Unit
Implement mitigation strategies and escalate key issues with clear recommendations
Ensure adherence to company policies, QA processes, and commercial frameworks
Maintain accurate records and robust audit trails to support decision-making

Client & Growth Focus

Support the commercial management of key client relationships and framework agreements
Contribute to strategic growth of the Power & Renewables portfolio in the UK & Ireland
Work with leadership to shape long-term commercial and market strategy

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and develop the Business Unit commercial team
Promote a high-performance culture and continuous improvement
Support structured training and development programmes

Supply Chain & Process Excellence

Manage subcontractor and vendor commercial terms, obligations, and payments
Implement lean process improvements and continuous optimisation
Ensure efficient, accurate, and timely commercial reporting

Requirements

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related commercial / engineering discipline
Proven experience in a senior commercial or QS leadership role within engineering or construction
Strong background in power, energy, or infrastructure projects (renewables preferred)
Demonstrated expertise in contracts, commercial strategy, and risk management
Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and leadership skills
Commercially driven with a strong analytical and process-oriented mindset
Availability to travel to offices and sites regularly in Ireland & the UK.

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

Commercial Lead - Power & Renewables | Dublin

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