Senior Electrical Engineer

Project Location: Dublin, Ireland

Project Type: Data Centre Construction

Experience in Data Centre, Pharmaceutical or Semi-Conductor

Key Responsibilities:

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  Oversee and manage all electrical systems within your assigned scope of works
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  Liaise with key stakeholders including design teams, main contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors to support project engineering requirements
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  Review design and IFC specifications/drawings to ensure full understanding of project scope
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  Lead coordination activities to translate design into construction-ready drawings, managing RFIs and technical queries where necessary
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  Monitor site safety alongside the project safety advisor, including setup and closure of safety documentation
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  Coordinate QA processes in collaboration with the project QA team, ensuring full documentation and compliance
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  Assist in managing the overall project schedule, ensuring engineering inputs such as procurement do not hinder progress
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  Take ownership of assigned packages including internal teams, subcontractors, materials, plant, variations, and valuations
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  Oversee day-to-day site operations ensuring policies and procedures are consistently followed
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  Track subcontractor activities, monitor progress against the programme, and lead weekly site coordination meetings
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  Ensure all works are installed according to specification and QA requirements, including benchmarking and quality standards
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  Provide engineering support to the site installation team, ensuring compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and specifications
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  Manage the development and execution of Construction Work Packs to support project delivery and handover
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  Coordinate snagging works, ensuring subcontractors receive and close weekly punch lists
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  Submit internal labour and subcontractor hours for central tracking
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  Attend and contribute to project/site meetings, engineering reviews, coordination meetings, and handover sessions
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  Support project close-out including final accounts, O&M manuals, punch lists, QA and safety documentation, and relocation of material and plant
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  Issue weekly cost reports, covering all orders placed, materials expected, and workforce tracking
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  Maintain and manage an Engineering Task Log, ensuring key activities and deadlines are consistently monitored
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  Submit internal weekly progress reports with updates on completion percentages and potential risks
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  Submit external weekly progress reports identifying delays, design hold-ups, third-party constraints, and completion rates
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  Manage technical submittals and approval processes
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  Schedule and track material deliveries in line with project schedule, using EMRs to manage material take-offs and site needs
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  Maintain a comprehensive photographic diary of weekly site progress
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  Prepare subcontract and supplier tender packages in collaboration with the commercial team
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  Assess subcontract and supplier tender returns for technical compliance with project specifications
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  Promote new engineering practices and processes to improve project delivery timelines
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  Lead BIM coordination including modularisation concepts, fabrication detailing, isometric releases, and asset validation
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  Maintain control of change management within the BIM model and construction scope
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  Mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to their professional development
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  Participate in planning sessions and project coordination meetings as required
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  Carry out any other duties associated with the role

Qualification

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  Minimum of 8 years' experience with a recognised mechanical or electrical contractor
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  Strong planning and organisational capabilities
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  Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment
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  Excellent decision-making, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
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  High level of proficiency with engineering software systems
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  Strong IT skills and familiarity with CAD/BIM and project planning tools such as Primavera
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  Ability to manage competing priorities and handle high workloads