Key Responsibilities
* Provide visible leadership across health, safety, quality, and operational performance, setting the standard across all projects and teams.
* Take full ownership of a multi-project, multi-region business unit, ensuring consistent delivery and strong commercial outcomes.
* Act as a senior contributor to company-wide strategy, working collaboratively with finance, operations, HR, and business development functions.
* Ensure effective governance, reporting, and management controls are embedded and operating effectively.
* Lead structured business reviews, reporting on performance metrics and strategic objectives.
* Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement across the division.
* Identify, develop, and commercialise new opportunities within the utilities and infrastructure markets.
* Lead bid strategy, tender development, and high-level client engagement, maintaining strong long-term relationships.
* Oversee commercial performance across contracts, ensuring productivity, margin control, and risk management.
* Drive organisational capability through people leadership, succession planning, and talent development.
Candidate Requirements
* Degree-qualified, preferably an Engineering/Construction or similar.
* Extensive senior leadership experience within utilities, energy, or regulated infrastructure environments.
* Demonstrated responsibility for P&L management within a large-scale commercial operation (€15m+ annual turnover).
* At least 8 years' experience in a senior operational, project, or programme leadership role.
* Proven ability to lead senior teams, influence stakeholders, and deliver growth in regulated environments.
* Strong understanding of the Irish utilities and infrastructure landscape.
* Background in contracting or service delivery organisations is advantageous.