Contract Manager

Contract Manager – Infrastructure & Capital Projects (Energy, Utilities, Transport)

Location: Dublin, Ireland (hybrid/mostly remote with occasional client office visits when required)

Business Area: UKI Business Consulting

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

Our client is a Global Top Tier Management Consultancy’s have a dynamic and diverse Transformation Delivery team, delivering large-scale Capital Projects across Ireland.

If you are looking to join a dynamic and diverse team delivering Large-Scale Capital Projects, come and talk to us about our client and the opportunities they can offer you.

To continue the successful growth of their Infrastructure and Capital Projects team within their Consulting practice, are looking for experienced, motivated Contract Managers who have previously worked in construction projects, to join their team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in overseeing Contract Management activities for Construction and Infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to Contractual Obligations, Managing Risks, and maximising Project Success.

About our client:

Their Infrastructure and Capital Projects team sits within the Transformation Delivery competency of Irish Consulting practice. This team is committed to delivering exceptional Client Services across a range of sectors including Energy, Utilities, Transport, Housing, and Healthcare.

Our ambition is to become the Trusted Advisor for our clients in the Procurement, Construction, and Operational Phases of Capital Programmes by leveraging:

Their people and their extensive industry experience

Existing partnerships and relationships

Their global experience across the Infrastructure and Capital Projects project lifecycle

Your key responsibilities

To continue to growth, they are currently hiring Contract Managers at all levels with a combination of Engineering/Technical/Construction and Law/Contracts background.

Work directly with Infrastructure Clients to help create Innovative Insights and Solutions to meet their needs.

Collaborate with Project Teams to develop Contract Management Plans aligned with Project

Objectives, Timelines, and Budget Constraints.

Lead the Contract Formation Process, including drafting, reviewing, and Negotiating Contracts with their Client’s Subcontractors and Vendors.

Monitor and enforce compliance with Contract Terms, Conditions, and Specifications, identifying Potential Risks and Implementing Mitigation Strategies.

Manage Contract Changes, Variations, and Claims, assessing their impact on project scope, Schedule, and Cost, and obtaining necessary approvals.

Identify, assess, and Mitigate Contractual Risks, working closely with Project Stakeholders to proactively address issues and minimise disruptions.

Track Contract Performance against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), milestones, and deliverables, and provide regular updates to Project Teams and Management.

Facilitate resolution of Contract Disputes and claims through negotiation, mediation, or other Dispute Resolution Mechanisms, ensuring timely and fair outcomes.

Cultivate Strong Relationships with Subcontractors, Vendors, and other external Partners, Fostering Collaboration and ensuring alignment with project objectives.

Monitor contract budgets, expenditures, and invoicing, and reconcile financial discrepancies to ensure accuracy and compliance with Project Financial goals.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract documentation, records, and reports, and prepare regular status reports and presentations for project stakeholders.

Internal Responsibilities

Building Valued Relationships with Clients and Colleagues to assist in generating new business

Providing a supporting role in presentations and proposals for elements of medium to High Complex Projects to prospective and existing clients.

Communicating effectively with their Senior Management and working to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams.

Understanding all our service offerings and actively identifying opportunities to serve clients.

Building Strong Internal Relationships within Consulting and across other service lines.

Assisting in Client Account Management activities such as recruitment for the project team, Managing Financial aspects of Client Engagements, and Quality and Risk Management.

Skills qualify for the role, you must have

3rd level educational qualification in Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related field.

Contract Manager (5 to 8 years’ experience):

Typically focused on supporting Contract Administration and Management Processes, with increasing autonomy across contract drafting, system implementation, stakeholder liaison, and reporting. Ideal candidates bring experience working on high-value infrastructure projects, and a background in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Commercial Management.

Senior Contract Manager (>8 years’ experience):

Leads Contract Formation, Governance, and Performance Monitoring. Drives resolution of Commercial Issues, oversees contract teams, and shapes strategy for Contract and Procurement Delivery. Suitable candidates will have experience advising clients on Major Capital Infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates will have

Experience in Consulting or similar Client Facing role.

Multidisciplinary experience including Contract Management, Procurement and Project Management.

Thorough understanding of Contract Management Principles and practices, including contract administration, risk management, change management and dispute resolution.

Excellent Communication, Negotiation, and Problem-Solving skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence Stakeholders at all levels.

Strong Organisational Skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a Fast-Paced environment.

Expertise in one or more of FiDIC, LOGIC, and NEC4

What working at our client offers

They offer a competitive remuneration package. Their comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering Holidays, Health and Well-Being, Insurance, Savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, they offer: Support and Coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around. Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career. The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you. All their employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences.

Their range of benefits include:

Pension

Maternity & Paternity leave

Discounted health insurance

Bike to work Scheme

Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family

Recognition Awards

The purchase of additional annual leave

Cash incentives for referrals

Hybrid Working

Work Mobile

Free Gym membership

TECH MBA paid by employer

Travel Pass

Wellness rooms Available in some offices

They committed to being an inclusive employer and they are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. They strive to achieve the right balance for their people, enabling them to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While their Client-Facing Professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, their flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

When you join our client, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one. Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, they will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative Leadership, they will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. They have embraced Hybrid working adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of their employees.

Interested? Please send a copy of your CV to hello@enexa-partners.com