Contracts Manager (Industrial)
Location: Kilkenny / Hybrid / Site Travel
Salary: €65-€75k DOE + vehicle + benefits package

Optimize Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation within the water and wastewater services sector for an experienced Industrial Contracts Manager.

The successful candidate will work closely with operational and project teams, clients, contractors and internal support functions to ensure contracts are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with agreed commercial, quality and environmental standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• A Level 7 or Level 8 qualification in Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Previous experience within the water, wastewater or broader utilities/environmental services sector.
• Proven supervisory or management experience, ideally within an operational, engineering or contract management environment.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience in contract management, variations, pricing or quantity surveying.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, colleagues, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple contracts, priorities and operational requirements.
• Fluent English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Water/National General Manager and Plant Managers in the management and delivery of existing Operate & Maintain (O&M), metering and other water services contracts.
• Assist with estimating, pricing and quantity surveying associated with contract variations.
• Support project teams with process improvements, client-specific projects and operational initiatives.
• Evaluate contractor performance following project completion and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with support functions to assist with the implementation of company procedures, systems and initiatives.
• Support operational sites and teams in the implementation and maintenance of quality, safety and compliance management systems.
• Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety policies, procedures and relevant legislation.
• Manage and develop direct reports, including setting objectives, conducting performance reviews, and providing coaching and mentoring to support career development.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams across multiple operational sites, providing direction and support to ensure alignment with business objectives and contract deliverables.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and knowledge sharing across operational teams.
• Ensure teams maintain compliance with Health & Safety, quality standards and company procedures through effective communication, leadership and supervision.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients in relation to contract performance and operational matters.
• Work alongside Plant Managers and Team Leads to prepare accurate and comprehensive monthly client reports.
• Support the preparation, review and accuracy of client billing processes.
• Maintain strong and regular communication with clients, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction and promptly addressing any issues or concerns.
• Present operational updates, contract performance and key metrics to clients during regular review meetings.
• Negotiate contract variations and commercial positions to achieve positive outcomes for both the business and its clients.

This is a key management position responsible for supporting the successful delivery of water and wastewater contracts, maintaining strong client relationships, and driving operational and commercial excellence across multiple operational sites.

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this Contracts Manager (Industrial) position and similar opportunities contact: Alan 056-7786631 / 0858072559 or Alan@optimizerecruitment.ie

Alan is available for a call between 9am and 5.30pm daily (outside of work hours calls / meetings can be arranged upon request). 

Please submit your CV via the link provided, in confidence.

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval.

Job Ref Number: OR-14889

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