About Electric Skyline
Electric Skyline, established in 2007 and headquartered in Claremorris, is one of Ireland’s leading electrical contracting and consultancy companies operating at the forefront of the Lighting and Utility Services sector. With regional offices in Tullamore, Galway, Limerick, Donegal and Cork, we maintain over 200,000 public lights across 14 local authorities and are one of the largest dedicated Sports Lighting Contractors in Ireland.
Our vision is to be the recognised leader in empowering communities to thrive while preserving our environment. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering excellence across Public Lighting, Sports Lighting, Solar PV, and EV Charging solutions. Safety, quality, and continuous improvement underpin everything we do.
Position Overview
Reporting directly to the Managing Director we are currently seeking to recruit a Commercial Manager. The Commercial Manager is responsible for leading all commercial activities across the business, ensuring strong financial performance, effective contract management, and robust commercial governance. The role oversees tendering, pricing, contract negotiation, cost control, and risk management to support sustainable growth and profitability. The Commerical Manager will be responsible for Managing and developing a high performance Team. The position has excellent opportunities for career progression within the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Commercial Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and lead a forward‑looking commercial strategy aligned with the company’s long‑term vision and growth ambitions.
- Provide commercial insight and recommendations to senior leadership
- Drive margin improvement, revenue growth, and commercial
- Oversee commercial governance, risk management, pricing strategy, and policy
- Lead and mentor the commercial team, ensuring high performance and capability development
2. Continuous Improvement
- Lead continuous improvement in estimating processes and digital
- Ensure consistent commercial risk assessment and value
- Champion digital transformation and process optimisation across commercial
3. Business Development & Market Growth
- Lead business development strategy across all
- Identify new markets, partnerships, and revenue
- Build strategic relationships with clients and industry
- Represent Electric Skyline at industry events and strategic
4. Contract, Commercial & Financial Oversight
- Oversee contract negotiation and dispute
- Ensure strong forecasting, budgeting, and commercial
- Maintain oversight of contract performance, margins, variations, and
- Strengthen commercial controls and ensure
5. Team Leadership & Organisational Development
- Build and mentor a high‑performing commercial and estimating
- Drive a culture of accountability and continuous
- Lead cross‑departmental
6. Tendering & Business Development
Manage tender preparation, bid strategy, and submission quality
Analyse tender documents, specifications, and commercial requirements Support business development with commercial insights and competitive pricing Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
7. Operational Support
- Work closely with project managers to ensure commercial alignment
- Provide guidance on contract delivery, procurement, and cost management
- Support operational teams in managing change control and commercial reporting
Person Specification
 Qualifications & Experience Education:
- Level 8 degree in relevant field (Quantity Surveying, Engineering)
- Master’s qualification
- Qualification in Contract law is desirable
Experience:
- Minimum 15 years’ industry experience (utilities experience is highly desirable).
- Proven experience in a senior commercial role (e.g., Commercial Manager, Senior QS, Contracts Manager)
- At least 10 years in Commerical Manager
- Demonstrated experience leading estimating/tendering
- Strong background in contract negotiation, pricing strategy and financial
- Previous experience developing a high-performance team and culture
- Experience with Public Works Contracts or NEC contracts
Skills & Competencies:
- Strategic and commercially
- Strong leadership and
- Expert understanding of contract law and commercial
- Proficient in estimating systems and financial
- Results‑oriented with strong analytical
Experience developing a strong team and mentoring employees.
- Inspiring leadership style with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams
Why Join Electric Skyline?
At Electric Skyline we take a people-first approach that’s grounded in our core values. When you join us, you become part of a dynamic national organisation where your work genuinely matters, and your contribution helps shape our commercial future.
You will be joining a trusted, well established company with a strong reputation and a commitment to doing things the right way.
Our work has a positive impact on our team, our customers, and the communities we serve and you will be part of something that truly helps people.
We offer long term stability and a workplace you can feel proud of, supported by strong values and a clear vision for the future. You will also have an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a defined progression pathway right through to Senior Leadership.
We are committed to sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement. You will have the chance to lead high-profile national projects and help shape the commercial future of a dynamic organisation.
Compensation
We offer an excellent remuneration package designed to recognise your skills and reward your contribution. Our salaries are benchmarked regularly to ensure we remain competitive and fair within the market.
As you grow within the role, your compensation grows with you. We provide clear, transparent pathways for progression so you can see how your career and your earning potential can develop over time.
We value hard work and achievement. Performance-based incentives are in place to reward your success and acknowledge the impact you make.
In addition to salary, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports your financial security and overall wellbeing, helping you feel confident both at work and at home.
We also promote a healthy work life balance, including the opportunity to work from home after six months in the role.
How to Apply
Please send your C.V to: Electric Skyline Limited, HR Department, CRF House, Dalton Street, Claremorris, Co Mayo, F12 N2Y2
Or email your C.V to:hr@electricskyline.ie
