HV Cables Civil Specialist

Job Ref: HP-2890

Dublin, Ireland
Competitive
Power Grids
Contract

HV Cables Civil Specialist – Dublin / Hybrid - 24 Month Contract - Major T&D Infrastructure Projects - Up to 400kV

 

I’m working with a major utility client delivering some of the most critical HV cable infrastructure projects across Ireland.

They’re looking for an experienced HV Cables Civil Specialist to join their Engineering & Major Projects division, supporting the delivery of large scale underground cable projects from feasibility right through to construction support.

 

Key Experience Required:

·        Minimum 10 years’ experience within HV cable civil design

·        Strong background delivering HV / EHV underground cable infrastructure projects

·        Experience with trenching, duct installations, joint bays, HDD and constrained route crossings

·        Strong understanding of PSDP / Construction Regulations

·        Ability to technically review and approve civil engineering deliverables

·        Experience managing technical risk, interfaces and design assurance

·        Chartered Engineer status essential

·        Experience working within utility, transmission or major infrastructure environments


Desirable:

·        FIDIC contract experience

·        HV1 / HV2 PSDP competency

·        Level 9 Masters Degree

 

The role is hybrid based from Dublin with site attendance required across project locations as needed. If you’re interested, or know someone solid within the HV cable civils space, drop me a message directly or send your CV to josie.wade@hunterphilips.com

Josie Wade
Josie Wade

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