The PMO is moving from a centralised support function to a Hub and Embedded Spoke Model to improve project outcomes, strengthen delivery assurance, and better align the project management capability with the scale and complexity of EMP’s capital portfolio.

The capital delivery environment has changed materially since the PMM and PMIS were introduced in 2019. Project volume, pace, scale and complexity have increased significantly, while external scrutiny and assurance requirements, particularly under PR6, have intensified. This change is not about adding bureaucracy or enforcing compliance. It is about putting capability where it delivers the greatest value: inside project teams, at the point of delivery.

The Hub (PMMO)
The PMMO remains the central owner of:

Project Management Methodology and standards

Governance, assurance, and PMIS

Capability development, competency standards, and training

Advanced risk management expertise

Resource planning, deployment, and professional line management

Headcount, performance management, and capability development remain centralised, protecting consistency, career pathways, and professional standards.

The Spokes (Embedded Support)
PMO specialists are embedded directly within project teams across NPD, GPD, PCO and other portfolios. They:

Work as part of the core project team, providing essential project management support to facilitate best practice management of projects.

Attend project team anchor days and collaborate closely with Project Managers

Provide hands-on support in project planning, facilitation of workshops, project governance, reporting, and risk

Apply PMM and PMIS pragmatically, scaled to project size and risk

This embedment creates shared ownership of outcomes and enables earlier intervention, better decision making, and stronger alignment between delivery and governance.

The PMO Networks Team Lead position will be in the PMMO hub providing direct support to projects as required. The Team Lead will lead and manage the PMO specialists who are charged with supporting Networks projects. The role of Team Lead, duties include developing and managing a growing team of direct reports effectively to maximise individual and team potential in order to support all allocated programmes and projects to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities will cover the items below:

Team Lead Management Responsibilities

Onboarding of new joiners to PMO

Coaching/Mentoring of new joiners to PMO

Development of the team members including annual OKR reviews, performance management and development, clear goal setting and monitoring, mentoring and coaching

Work management, including working with PMO Manager to prioritise all internal and external demands and work requests

Lead out on continuous improvement measures on all aspects of service area

Resource planning to meet ongoing demands

Monitoring and reporting on the team's performance and key indicators.

Responsible for regular engagement and communication with all team members as well as wider network of stakeholders.

Team Lead Project Responsibilities

Driving PMM orientation for users within the project management community

Provision of facilitation services

Lead out on the application of PMM processes, tools and templates

Embed feedback / lessons learnt on PMM processes

Project lifecycle to aid continuous improvement of PMM

In conjunction with PMO Manager drive the roll-out of PMIS and PMM to the PM community.

Stakeholder Management and Engagement

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

7+ years relevant experience required

Excellent project/programme management experience and knowledge along with excellent knowledge of PMM / PMBoK

Previous project management experience on major construction projects

A proven track record in project managing the delivery of engineering projects

Stakeholder engagement at multiple levels across the organisation

Excellent facilitation, influencing and communications skills

Self-motivated with excellent planning and time management skills and strong attention to detail

High level understanding of ESB Project Delivery infrastructure in particular the Networks Business and knowledge of Network Assets

Knowledge of commercial implications of project delivery

Significant experience of working from own initiative and taking ownership of work/projects

Full Irish / EU driver’s license and flexibility to travel nationwide

Commitment to ESB’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Standards

Desirable

Previous experience of leading a team or project including resource planning, performance monitoring

Experience of and understanding of change management projects with an emphasis on embedding new processes and continuous improvement.

Strong knowledge and experience of development, construction or utility projects

Previous experience of working in a PMO

Strong analytical skills, and experience with relevant data reporting tools (such as Power BI, Excel, or other business intelligence platforms) could be advantageous.

Experience of Coaching and Mentoring

Qualifications

Essential

Third level qualification in Engineering, a Project Management discipline or equivalent work experience.

Desirable

Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification

Location

This position will be role will be primarily based in Engineering & Major Projects Office, The Sidings Building in Dublin 2. This role may also include travel around Ireland and/or UK.

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 work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

PMO Manager, 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

€71,000 - €84,000 per annum

Closing Date

25th March 2026

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