Electrical Site Manager – Munster, Ireland

Location: Munster, Ireland
Sector: Construction / Engineering
Work model: Site-based

Important requirements

Candidates must have a good command of English and the legal right to work in Ireland. EU citizenship or an existing Irish work permit is required. We do not provide visa sponsorship.

The opportunity

We are recruiting an experienced Electrical Site Manager to lead site delivery on a major engineering and construction project in Munster.

You will take responsibility for electrical activities from site mobilisation through installation, testing, commissioning and final handover. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring strong coordination, safety awareness and the ability to manage subcontractors and site teams effectively.

Your responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical construction activities on site.

• Support the Project Manager in developing programmes, look-ahead plans and resource schedules.

• Manage electrical subcontractors, supervisors and site personnel.

• Monitor progress, productivity, labour levels and equipment deliveries.

• Coordinate electrical works with mechanical, CSA and other project disciplines.

• Review construction drawings, specifications, method statements and risk assessments.

• Maintain accurate site records, progress updates and marked-up drawings.

• Identify variations and work with the Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor on change control.

• Ensure installations meet project specifications and quality requirements.

• Lead toolbox talks, site briefings and daily safety inspections.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with project HSEQ procedures.

• Support system testing, commissioning, certification and client handover.

• Coordinate site demobilisation following project completion.

What we are looking for

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship, trade certificate or equivalent qualification.

• At least five years’ experience in electrical site management.

• Experience managing electrical design-and-build projects valued above €5 million.

• Strong knowledge of electrical construction, installation and commissioning.

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

• Proven experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary site interfaces.

• Strong understanding of project programmes, quality procedures and commercial requirements.

• Excellent leadership, planning and communication skills.

• Confident representing the project team during client meetings and technical workshops.

• Good computer skills and accurate reporting ability.

IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent safety and environmental qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.

Experience on Data Centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, commercial or other technically demanding projects will be highly valued.

What we offer

• A senior site-management position on a major engineering project.

• Long-term cooperation with an established international engineering contractor.

• Responsibility for the complete electrical site-delivery process.

• Work alongside experienced construction, engineering and commissioning professionals.

• A competitive employment package based on experience.

• Opportunities for professional development and progression.

• Full recruitment support from Flame Employment Polska.

Please apply with your English-language CV.