Electrical and Instrumentation Construction Lead

Overview

Lead E&I construction for a pharmaceutical project, ensuring safety, schedule and budget compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• sop development
• progress reporting
• bid review
• schedule planning
• constructability review
• safety oversight

Tasks

-Develop and implement best-in-class Site Execution SOPs to guide Field Supervisors and ensure consistency across teams. -Provide regular progress updates and input into weekly Construction Management reports for the client. -Supervise all site E&I staff, including construction superintendents, trade supervisors, and subcontractors. -Review returned E&I bids and prepare tender bid analyses. -Conduct detailed reviews and liaise closely with design and client workgroup leads, including participation in model reviews. -Contribute to the development of E&I execution procedures, departmental resources, and cross-functional collaboration with design leads. -Assist in schedule development and reviews; lead Integrated Activity Planning (IAP) sessions. -Oversee subcontractors with a strong focus on Safety, Schedule, Cost, and Quality as primary deliverables. -Identify supervisor training needs and make recommendations to enhance project delivery capability. -Provide input into Construction Health & Safety Plans (CHSP), QA/TO documentation, and other general construction requirements. -Engage regularly with Design, Commissioning, and Client teams to achieve on-time system turnovers. -Prepare and lead constructability reviews to identify opportunities for efficiency and risk reduction. -Ensure all works comply with statutory, contractual, and safety requirements. -Manage the E&I construction phase to ensure adequate resourcing with qualified personnel, equipment, and facilities. -Ensure compliance with company labour policies and handle labour relations in line with agreements. -Carry out performance assessments and appraisals of contractor works, reporting outcomes in line with company practice. -Promote the use of modern technology, innovation, and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement. -Ensure that construction is completed to drawings, specifications, and applicable standards while maintaining schedule and budget targets. -Conduct trade and industry knowledge reviews, staying up to date with developments and innovations in the construction industry. -Develop detailed Scopes of Work (SOWs) for trade contract procurement and assist with Bills of Quantities (BOQs). -Monitor and drive adherence to project Quality Plans and Safety standards at all times.

Requirements

• electrical engineering
• safety
• leadership
• e&i construction
• pharma
• construction tech

What You Bring

NB: The ideal candidate MUST hold a valid working visa or citizenship to work in Ireland. -Degree in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline. -Strong understanding of safety, quality assurance, scheduling, and cost control. -Excellent multi-disciplinary coordination, communication, and leadership skills. -Extensive experience leading E&I construction on large, complex projects. -Proven track record of successful project delivery within the Biotech/Pharma sector (preferred). -Up-to-date knowledge of construction methods, technologies, and industry standards. -Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, resources, and project teams effectively.

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Benefits

Rate/Salary: €70–80 p/h (DOE)

About Dillon Engineering Services

-Fully Irish‑owned, the firm emerged from its founders’ deep expertise within the pharma and medical‑device sectors. -It sources both contract/interim and permanent specialist talent across life‑science and energy industries in Ireland. -Typical clients span pharmaceuticals, biopharma, medical devices, CROs, semiconductors, energy, and data-centre projects. -They uniquely combine technical screening by industry veterans with a hands‑on approach to match candidates to company culture and project needs. -Despite a compact size, they’ve placed high‑level talent in complex environments—handling everything from FAT/SAT validation to EHS coordination and CQV roles. -Headquartered in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, they’ve built a reputation as agile trusted partners who can quickly deploy niche skill sets when projects demand.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-candidate must already hold a valid working visa or irish citizenship; no sponsorship provided.