Job Description

Contracts Manager

Location: Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Salary: Highly Competitive Base Salary + Executive Benefits Package

Our client is one of Ireland's premier Tier 1 main contractors, renowned for delivering landmark, high-value projects that redefine the skyline. They pride themselves on a tech-first, collaborative culture that encourages innovative thinking, operational excellence, and continuous improvement on every site build.

Due to a strong, newly secured pipeline of work across the capital, they are looking to appoint a high-calibre Contracts Manager to take leadership of upcoming major projects in Dublin.

Core Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Take full operational and financial accountability for the delivery team, driving multi-disciplinary site teams to execute the build phase seamlessly from inception to handover.

• Commercial & Programme Controls: Ensure all projects are completed strictly within agreed timelines and budgetary constraints through an in-depth understanding of master construction programmes and commercial targets.

• Design & Pre-Construction Alignment: Partner closely with design teams, consultants, and subcontractors to coordinate building information, address technical complexities, and streamline installation workflows.

• Safety Culture & Compliance: Champion a zero-harm site culture by implementing robust safe working practices that align with corporate standards and regulatory statutory frameworks.

• Operational Excellence: Continuously review and optimize the project team's operating model, deploying best-practice initiatives to identify cost synergies and boost site productivity.

• Talent & Resource Management: Strategically manage project resourcing; mentor, develop, and retain high-performing personnel while identifying future talent capabilities required across the division.

Candidate Requirements:

• A proven track record operating as a Contracts Manager within the main contracting sector, specifically leading large-scale, high-value commercial or industrial developments.

• Circa 15+ years of comprehensive construction industry experience, demonstrating clear career progression.

• Deep expertise in standard Irish construction contracts (e.g., RIAI, Public Works, or FIDIC), legal frameworks, and modern project management methodologies.

• Excellent commercial acumen with strong negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• First-class communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders, clients, and design teams at all levels.

• Thorough knowledge of current Irish building regulations, planning law, and industry compliance frameworks.

What’s on Offer:

• Highly competitive base salary tailored to experience.

• Premium company vehicle or a structured executive travel allowance.

• Relocation assistance (where applicable).

• Full corporate tech suite (high-spec laptop and phone).

• Excellent pension scheme, life insurance, and income protection.

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and structured career progression routes.

A comprehensive corporate wellness and lifestyle benefits package (including Bike-to-Work, EAP access, and an active Sports & Social club).

To Apply

For further information on this role, please contact Colm Fitzpatrick on 083 373 0244 or email colm@buildstaff.ie quoting the reference below.

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