Technical Director of Electrical Engineering
Cork, Munster, Ireland
PM Group
Application Deadline: 01-05-2025
Full Job Description
PM Group is a leading international engineering, architecture, project, and construction management firm. With offices across Europe, Asia, and the US, and a multidisciplinary team of 3,500 professionals, we deliver complex projects in the life sciences, food and beverages, mission-critical/ICT, advanced manufacturing, energy, and environmental sectors.
We are seeking a senior-level Technical Director of Electrical Engineering to serve as the primary authority for Electrical Engineering Design within PM Group. This role involves developing and leading this discipline across the organization, contributing strategically to the company's future planning. It is a full-time, technical position within our design services, working alongside the Director of Engineering, other Discipline Technical Directors, and Service Heads to ensure efficient, consistent delivery of design services across all 20 of our design offices.
The role offers a flexible, hybrid working environment, with options to work from home up to two days per week. The position can be based in Ireland, the UK, Poland, or Belgium.
Responsibilities
1. Strategy Development for Electrical Engineering
2. Lead the development of the discipline in alignment with PM Group's strategic goals and local business plans.
3. Develop a capability and capacity forecast, support department growth, and identify training needs.
4. Specialize in SME areas such as sustainability and develop cross-functional competencies.
5. Define core sector activities and deliverables to ensure project safety and efficiency.
1. Digitalization and Process Improvement
2. Implement strategies for continuous improvement and enhance the Electrical Engineering Service Delivery Platform.
3. Create standardized workflows considering local codes and industry norms.
4. Integrate digital tools and sector-specific approaches into design processes.
1. Governance of Design Delivery
2. Support sales proposals and establish project watch lists based on design challenge and risk.
3. Influence early design stages and chair design reviews for key projects.
4. Review safety documentation and contribute to go/no-go decisions for high-risk projects.
1. Troubleshooting
2. Act as a first responder for critical electrical engineering issues across the group.
3. Engage with senior client and internal teams to resolve issues, define corrective actions, and monitor progress.
Qualifications
* Passion for electrical engineering and a focus on asset safety.
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
* 15+ years of relevant industry experience, including 10+ years in senior management roles.
* Experience in Pharma, Med Tech, and Data Center industries preferred.
* Membership in a recognized engineering body (e.g., Institution of Electrical and Electronic Engineers).
* Strong technical, commercial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Fluent in English and capable of effective collaboration.
Why Join PM Group?
We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid models, an employee-owned share scheme, pension, bonuses, educational assistance, and more. Our corporate responsibility and sustainability initiatives are central to our 2025 strategy. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing a fair, accessible hiring process for all candidates, including those with disabilities.
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