The Office of Public Works (OPW) is a key service provider to the Government managing the Government’s estate portfolio and maintaining and presenting Ireland’s built heritage.

The Portfolio Planning Unit is a key part of the Property Management section within OPW’s Estate Management Division. A vacancy now exists for a suitably experienced and committed individual to take up the role of Portfolio Planner at Assistant Principal Officer level, to join this Unit.

Reporting to the Head of Portfolio Planning, the Portfolio Planner will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and play a key role in evaluating and quantifying the property needs of Government Departments and Agencies. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals, with the relevant required experience to join an organisation dedicated to supporting staff to realise their full potential.

Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements is available on http://www.publicjobs.ie.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Thursday, 22nd January 2026.

We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Acts.

1. Proven experience (minimum of 7 years) in property asset management, including experience in property portfolio management practices and procedures;
2. Experience of the commercial (office) property market in Ireland;
3. A working knowledge of property law in Ireland and a good understanding of Building Regulations, and Planning legislation;
4. Good knowledge of general developments affecting the property profession with a broad knowledge of the construction industry, contractors, specialists, stakeholders etc;
5. A track record of successfully delivering property related projects and achieving key objectives/results;
6. Experience of gathering property related data, including occupancy and utilisation metrics, and interpreting it to support evidence based decision making at a portfolio level;
7. Experience of developing and reviewing business cases, including the development of financial and economic analysis, for project delivery;
8. The ability to analyse data and issues and apply knowledge and experience to devise creative, practical, and cost-effective solutions;
9. Excellent interpersonal skills with the capacity to operate effectively and credibly at all levels including senior levels with a demonstrated ability to engage, influence and persuade stakeholders towards viable solutions while delivering on organisational goals.
10. The ability to work under pressure, in a complex environment and to tight deadlines;
11. The ability to lead a multidisciplinary team;
12. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner to a diverse audience;
13. Good Information Technology skills including knowledge and experience of using databases and electronic Estate Management and/or other property based electronic systems;
14. A commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) including keeping updated and fully informed on developments in areas relevant to the role;
15. A current full driving licence (Category B), valid in Ireland and have access to a car.

For more information and to apply, visit:  https://bit.ly/SCSI_Ad_PPEMD