CDE & Information Management Lead Power and Renewables

Job Description

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering: Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

ROLE PURPOSE

The CDE & Information Management Lead is responsible for the development, rollout, and continuous improvement of information management and Common Data Environment (CDE) practices within the P&R Business Unit.

Working closely with the Information Manager, Project Teams, and Document Controllers, the role supports the implementation, adoption, and consistent application of information management processes across projects.

The role focuses on driving standardisation, improving data quality, and enabling effective information flow, ensuring alignment with international standards as well as organisational and client-specific requirements, while supporting the digitalisation of the business unit.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Lead information management and CDE implementation across the P&R Business Unit
• Support digitalisation initiatives and continuous improvement across the Business Unit
• Drive the rollout and adoption of standardised digital workflows and processes
• Ensure alignment with international, organisational, and client-specific standards & requirements
• Support projects in implementing consistent and efficient document control practices
• Monitor compliance with company and Business Unit CDE standards and protocols
• Promote standardisation of naming conventions, workflows, and data structures
• Review the document control structure across the various P&R regions and propose changes to ensure alignment and clear structure across the Business Unit
• Ensure the integrity, accessibility, and security of project information

KEY TASKS, ACTIVITIES, RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES Routine Tasks:

• Work collaboratively with project teams and Document Controllers to embed and maintain standardised information management and CDE practices, ensuring alignment with company and client requirements
• Provide day to day guidance and support to project teams on CDE and Information Management processes, including responding to user queries and resolving issues in a timely manner
• Ensure all solutions adhere to company standards; Escalate deviations for approval
• Act as the lead point of contact for Document Controllers within the P&R Business Unit, supporting the consistent application of standards and best practices
• Oversee and monitor document control activities across P&R projects, identifying gaps, inconsistencies, and areas for improvement
• Promote and support compliance with agreed project standards, client requirements, and internal procedures
• Promote good practice in information handling, ensuring data integrity, security, and proper governance
• Provide guidance on project environment setup and liaise with central CDE support functions for system related configuration
• Support onboarding of new projects by guiding teams on agreed structures, workflows, and standards
• Support the Information Manager in delivering user training and guidance on platform usage across the P&R Business Unit

Periodic Tasks:

• Review current method of implementation of document control across the various regions in the P&R Business Unit and make proposals to improve and align methods of work across the various regions
• Support the rollout and continuous improvement of information management and CDE practices across the P&R Business Unit in alignment with established organisational standards
• Collaborate with the Information Manager on business unit-level digitalisation and process improvement initiatives
• Support system updates and upgrades (subject to CDE management team’s approval)
• Monitor CDE platform usage and assist with information management compliance audits
• Contribute to the development and refinement of templates, workflows, and guidance materials in alignment with organisational and client requirements
• Maintain up to date knowledge of company standards, protocols, and information management practices
• Capture lessons learned and support their application across projects to improve consistency and performance

The above list of tasks, activities, responsibilities, and accountabilities is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions will be regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post.

ESSENTIAL BASIC EXPERIENCES/QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience within construction industry on a similar role
• In depth knowledge and experience working within a CDE (Common Data Environment)
• Understanding of information security & confidentiality requirements
• Ability to understand and interpret technical documentation, protocols, and procedures
• Understanding of ISO 9001 and ISO 19650 standards and information management principles is preferable
• Experience in implementation and rollout of digital tools and standard processes
• Ability to monitor compliance and identify gaps in information management practices
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail and quality focused mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

COMPETENCIES TO BE DEMONSTRATED:

• Customer Focus and Relationship Building
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Process Improvement and Innovation
• Resilience and Positivism
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page Vacancies – Kirby Group Careers or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on (0)1 .

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.