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Jul. 2025Dublin 6WAs a GLG Expert Network Member, I bring 25 years’ of experience in the Engineering, Construction & Facilities industry to help clients solve some of their toughest business challenges. GLG is the world’s insight network. It connects decision makers to the right experts so they can act with the confidence that comes from true clarity and have what it takes to get ahead. Its network of experts is the world’s largest and most varied source of first-hand expertise.
ArcadisSenior Project Manager
Aug. 2021County Kildare, IrelandResponsible for leading semiconductor tool installation projects at a Confidential Semiconductor client in Kildare, ensuring high-precision execution, compliance, and operational efficiency across 320+ toolsets, including 60 complex super tools. Managed all trade activities using 2D, 3D virtual construction, overseeing mechanical, electrical, and architectural scopes to ensure seamless integration and project success. Developed and maintained a 7,000-milestone construction schedule, achieving >88% PAS (Plan Against Schedule) while overseeing eight micro-schedules. Implemented Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve productivity, including re-sequencing pedestal installations to eliminate vendor conflicts, saving two working days per tool, and reducing tool signoff punch list items by 80% through Pareto analysis and targeted training. Led a team of 12 Project Engineers and a Junior Project Manager, ensuring project milestones were met, risks were mitigated, and reporting frameworks were optimised through detailed PIT reports, escalation plans, and risk assessments.
IFPM Solutions LtdManaging Director
Aug. 2021Dublin 6W, County Dublin, IrelandMD of Consultant PMO working for a successful Semiconductor manufacturer in Kildare, Ireland.
O'Callaghan CollectionGroup Director of Engineering & Risk
Oct. 2017 - Aug. 2021Hospitality House, Dublin 2.Led engineering, facilities, and risk management across a luxury hotel portfolio, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and sustainability while delivering a high-end guest experience. Managed the refurbishment programme across multiple properties, overseeing design, fit-out, and commissioning, with a focus on optimising the main plant strategy for enhanced efficiency and performance. Embedded a risk-based health & safety culture, introducing fire safety risk assessments, full remedial works, and compliance frameworks across all sites. Reorganised the maintenance team, transitioning to a mobile, multi-skilled service delivery model, improving response times and efficiency. Procured and implemented a productivity measurement solution for in-house maintenance teams, leading to better workforce allocation and cost savings. Developed a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) task reporting tool, ensuring all hotel assets were maintained at optimum condition, minimising downtime, and enhancing guest satisfaction.
MitieSenior Project & Energy Manager
Jan. 2016 - Oct. 2017IrelandOversaw large-scale energy projects, contract development, and operational strategy for multiple high-value clients, including Vodafone. Acted as a subject matter expert in RFI & tenders, leading negotiations, contract finalisation, and mobilisation, including TUPE staff transfers. Managed multi-million-pound Total Facilities Management (TFM) contracts, ensuring compliance, performance optimisation, and enhanced client relationships. Led energy and air conditioning upgrade projects, reducing energy consumption by 4GWh annually, securing an SEAI Energy Management Programme Award for sustainability excellence. Reported monthly on financial performance, energy efficiency, maintenance execution, and project updates. Managed key projects from initial design scope to completion, ensuring high standards and delivering long-term cost efficiencies.
MitieSenior Operations Manager
May. 2010 - Dec. 2015Led regional operations across five major clients, overseeing eight Facilities Managers and managing large-scale TFM contracts in corporate HQs, data centres, and retail networks. Acted as Commercial Facilities & Project Lead, indirectly managing 130 personnel while ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous operational improvement. Played a key role in business continuity and disaster recovery planning, ensuring resilient infrastructure, crisis management protocols, and regulatory compliance. Led subcontractor management, optimising vendor relationships and performance to ensure smooth operations across multiple sites.
DalkiaAccount Director - Facilities & Energy
Apr. 2006 - Jun. 2010VodafoneFinancial management of maintenance budgets of €5M and capital expenditure projects of €3.5M per annum. Development and implementation of Energy & Risk management systems for all aspects of the business. Full responsibility for the upkeep of all engineering & facilities activities e.g. HVAC, Mech/Elec services, life safety systems, soft services, cleaning, manned guarding, security systems, grounds, fabric of the facility, mailroom, reception & subcontractor management.
Jabil Global ServicesFacilities & Engineering Manager
Sep. 2003 - Apr. 2006Clonshaugh Industrial Estate, Coolock, Dublin 5Managed engineering, maintenance, and facility operations, ensuring business continuity, asset longevity, and compliance with industry regulations. Led key infrastructure upgrades and preventative maintenance strategies to improve operational resilience.
Vtech SMT LtdNational Service & Sales Manager
Aug. 2002 - Oct. 2003I was employed as the Irish Service & Sales Manager for a Scottish distribution company, managing existing accounts and developing new business in the Electronics, Automotive, Pharmaceutical & Medical Manufacturing sector of Vtech's business.
Solectron Ireland LtdMaintenance Engineering Manager
Sep. 2000 - Aug. 2002Clonhaugh Industrial Estate, Coolock, Dublin 5I was employed as Maintenance & Process Engineering Manager over 16 Technicians, (promoted from Lead Process Technician on shift in March 2001 - hired for start-up), responsibilities & achievements included: • Set-up from scratch & managed a group responsible for all maintenance, repair & calibration of SMT manufacturing equipment & planning preventative maintenance schedules for the equipment set using Plant Master Software system. • Responsibility for buying/approving new equipment & selling surplus equipment • Generating & presenting monthly management reports relating to machine uptime, asset utilisation, placements & yields. Developed PC based downtime recording tool for reporting, tracking & categorisation of downtime. • Coordinating with facilities department relating to supply of critical engineering services to production lines relating to maintenance of plant.
Computer Solutions 2000Managing Director
Mar. 1997 - Mar. 2008Dublin 6WI set up a small computer training company - offering 1to1 & classroom training - specialising in ECDL & Computing basics for beginners. I had classes in FÁS Loughlinstown, Beneavin College & Dorset College. As well as a list of individual clients.
3ComSenior Maintenance Engineer
Feb. 1996 - Sep. 2000Ballycoolin Industrial Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15I was employed as Senior SMT Maintenance Engineer & was the Shift Team Leader over 4 Technicians, (promoted from SMT Maintenance Technician in February 1998)
Saronix KonyMaintenance Engineer
Oct. 1993 - Jan. 1996Clonshaugh Industrial EstateI was employed as a Process/Equipment Maintenance Engineer in a class 1000 Cleanroom environment
Paul Arnold Electrical LtdContract Electrician
Jan. 1990 - Oct. 1993DublinI was employed as a contract electrician in commercial & domestic environment.
Atlantic Magnetics IncMaintenance Engineer
Nov. 1988 - Jan. 1990Clondalkin, DublinResponsible for maintenance of all equipment / services, training of all operations and equipment personnel.
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