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Mission Critical Division

Mission Critical Division

Our Mission Critical Division is purpose-built to deliver engineering precision and world-class project delivery across the Data Centre, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors.

Led by a highly experienced, sector-focused team, we respond to the demands of a rapidly evolving market with a relentless focus on safety, schedule certainty, innovation and value.

When certainty matters most, we deliver assets that power progress with cost effective solutions that are resilient, efficient, and future-ready.

Matthew O’Dowd

HSEQ Director, Group

Matthew has gained over 28 years’ experience in Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental issues, with extensive knowledge and understanding of Safety Managements Systems, Safety IT Systems and ESG protocols while designing/implementing procedures/policies which actively reduce the risk to the Group.

Matthew develops and implements the highest levels of Health and Safety throughout the Group while leading a large HSEQ Team. Matthew has excellent interpersonal skills and has a proven reputation for building strong working relationships with all stakeholders.

Willie Loughnane

Construction Director, Mission Critical

Willie is a Chartered Civil Engineer with over 23 years project delivery experience, 15 of which have been leading the delivery of hyperscale data centres and major energy-infrastructure projects across Ireland and Europe. In recent years, he has led the delivery of multiple Data Centre projects for major cloud clients, Power Generation Plants along with significant 110kV Substation works. Progressing through senior engineering, project management, and contracts leadership roles, he brings strong technical oversight and clear programme coordination to complex, mission-critical projects.

Simon Clarke

MEP Director, Mission Critical

Simon is an MEP leader with over 20 years’ experience delivering major Data Centre, Power Generation, and Infrastructure projects across Ireland, the United Kingdom and Europe. With an electrical engineering background and postgraduate qualifications in fire engineering and project management, he has led the delivery of Hyperscale, Enterprise and Colocation Data Centres, Dual Fuel Power Generation Plants and multiple High and Medium Voltage Substations, bringing strong technical depth and clear, coordinated leadership to complex MEP programmes.

Ben Shepherd

Technical Director, Mission Critical

Ben is a preconstruction and design professional with over 25 years’ technical experience across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and the Nordics. A degree qualified Architect, he has led early contractor engagement, design scoping, and technical strategy for major Data Centre and Energy projects, including multiple Hyperscale facilities, Power Generation Plants and 110kV Substations. His background in multi-disciplinary design leadership, BIM, digital engineering, and integrated coordination enables him to drive clear technical direction and seamless early-stage delivery on complex, fast-track projects.

Mission Critical Projects

Our Mission Critical team brings together specialist expertise in construction delivery, preconstruction planning, construction delivery and MEP integration, ensuring a cohesive and technically strong approach to mission critical projects.

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Preconstruction
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Preconstruction methodology Elliott Group

At Elliott Group, we lead in construction innovation by leveraging digital technologies to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and quality. Our Digital Construction services streamline processes, reduce costs, and deliver superior results. Centralised estimating and detailed planning ensure thorough risk assessment and project execution.

Our Preconstruction Department integrates budgets, risk profiles, and 4D sequencing, while all tenders undergo rigorous review by Directors and Shareholders, ensuring informed decision-making and successful project delivery.

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Building Information Management (BIM)
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At Elliott Group, we are at the forefront of innovation in the  construction  industry,  embracing  cutting-edge  digital technologies to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and quality of our projects.

Our Digital Construction services, lead by BIM and Digital Operations Manager Eoghan Harris, are designed to streamline processes, reduce costs, and deliver superior results for our clients.

Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality
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Elliott Group’s Zero Risk policy reflects our commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, quality, and programme delivery. As industry leaders in environmental stewardship and quality management, we set the benchmark for sustainable and innovative construction practices.

Our mission aligns with the company’s core values—Safety, Quality, Innovation, and Responsibility—ensuring we consistently exceed stakeholder expectations.

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