Full-Time
Procurement Graduate
Designer Group
501-1,000 employees
Engineering contractor delivering energy, data centres.
No salary listed
Dublin, Ireland
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Bachelor's
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- A degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline is required.
- Strong analytical and organisational skills are required.
- Good commercial awareness is required.
- Excellent attention to detail is required.
- Good communication and negotiation skills are required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel is required.
- An interest in procurement and supply chain is required.
- A positive and proactive approach is required.
- Support the procurement of materials, equipment, and services.
- Assist with supplier sourcing and evaluation.
- Support the preparation and analysis of supplier quotations.
- Assist with purchase orders and procurement documentation.
- Maintain supplier and procurement records.
- Support cost analysis and reporting.
- Assist with supplier communication and relationship management.
- Support delivery tracking and coordination with project teams.
- Work closely with commercial, estimating, and project teams.
- Practical experience across procurement and supply chain.
- Exposure to major M&E projects and international suppliers.
- Mentoring from experienced procurement professionals.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Clear career progression within Procurement and Supply Chain.
Designer Group is an Irish-owned engineering contractor that carries out large-scale projects in energy and industrial sectors, data centres, and building services. It manages end-to-end delivery—from planning and design to construction and handover—focused on safety, schedule adherence, and staying within budget. The company works across Ireland, the UK, Europe, Africa, and North America, partnering with global leaders to build mission-critical infrastructure and sustainable building systems using turnkey solutions and modular delivery. Its teams are experienced, accountable, and take ownership to deliver reliably at every stage. More than 80% of work comes from repeat clients, reflecting long-standing relationships and a focus on consistency and risk management. Designer Group aims to provide projects that perform without compromise, with clear execution, measurable outcomes, and confidence for clients throughout the process.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland
Founded
1992
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Kells should create 75 jobs by 2030 and raise modular throughput immediately.
- Designer Group’s February 2026 API project logged 250,000 LTI-free hours.
- DUB10 and Vienna wins show strong 2026 demand in data-center delivery.
What critics are saying
- Data-center concentration exposes revenue if hyperscale permits stall in 2027.
- Belgian substation commissioning pressure threatens margins through 2026.
- Michael Stone’s control creates succession risk if capital needs outrun founder resources.
What makes Designer Group unique
- Designer Group’s July 2026 Belgian substation work proves rare high-voltage EPC depth.
- The December 2025 Kells plant adds prefabrication scale across Ireland, Britain, and Europe.
- Its 2026 portfolio spans data centres, pharmaceuticals, energy, and live industrial sites.
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75 new jobs to be created at new manufacturing facility in Kells. Designer Group, one of Ireland's leading mechanical and electrical engineering companies, has expanded its Modular Manufacturing capability with the opening of a new €10 million facility in Kells, Co. Meath. The company, Designer Group, says the large investment in the 4,000sqm workshop demonstrates its continued commitment to innovation, efficiency, and client value. The new facility is expected to employ up to 75 people over the next five years in a range of positions, including in engineering, fabrication and logistics. Having delivered modular and off-site solutions for several years, this larger, purpose-built workshop will enable Designer Group to scale operations, enhance production capacity and deliver greater value for its clients in the Data Centre, Energy, and pharmaceutical sectors. Components built at the Meath plant will be transported to Designer Group client sites across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Mr Paul Nicholls, Group Managing Director, Designer Group said: "As our industry continues to evolve, we are seeing a fundamental shift in how complex projects are executed - with speed, certainty, and sustainability at the forefront. Our new facility enables us to deliver high-quality, prefabricated modules off-site, driving greater efficiency, cost certainty, and reduced risk for our clients, while ensuring excellence in delivery across all sectors. Beyond its operational impact, this investment also strengthens our local footprint, supporting long-term employment in Co. Meath with the creation of 75 skilled, management and apprenticeship roles over the coming years." Designer Group (DG) is an Irish owned and headquartered company which specialises in the delivery of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) engineering services. The company employs 1250 people and operates in 10 countries.
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