Jacinta Ryan

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About Jacinta Ryan

A resilient leader, strategist, and team player with excellent business acumen. Passionate about leading others, serving customers, and delivering real results. As a Fellow of Engineers Ireland, recognise the critical role engineers play in society. Extensive expertise in asset management, infrastructure development, and managing safety and sustainability. Led the development of ESB’s project management methodology, transforming project delivery. A proven track record in delivering large, complex projects, supported by strong commercial competence, a Chartered Directors Diploma, and a Management of Risk (MoR) qualifications. Excel in decision-making, balancing risk and reward, and with strong stakeholder, interpersonal, and influencing skills with a pragmatic commercial approach. Successfully spearheading a major transformation programme, driving significant change across the organisation. Foster innovation, navigate complex challenges, applying system thinking and empower cross-functional teams has been pivotal in enhancing organisational effectiveness. By leveraging a strategic people-centric approach, engaged teams to co-create solutions, ensuring high performance and sustainable success. Highly adaptable, embracing a growth mindset to respond to changing demands and challenges. As a solution-focused problem solver, lead through challenges with effective communication and leadership.