Job Description
An ambitious and rapidly expanding developer is looking for a highly skilled Contracts Manager to join their Waterford team and drive the success of multiple high-profile residential and commercial projects. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to be part of a forward-thinking company with bold, long-term growth plans across Ireland. Offering a highly competitive salary and benefits package, this role is ideal for a Contracts Manager looking for a career-defining position with a company that values innovation, excellence, and team development. Key Responsibilities: Project Oversight: Oversee multiple projects from inception through to handover, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and high-quality standards across all stages of construction. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and motivate project teams, including site managers, engineers, and subcontractors, to deliver best-in-class project outcomes. Contracts Management: Oversee the preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts, ensuring compliance with company standards and industry regulations. Budget Control: Develop and monitor project budgets, implementing cost-saving measures where possible without compromising on quality or timelines. Quality Assurance: Uphold strict quality control measures across projects, ensuring all work is carried out to the highest standards and specifications. Risk Management: Identify potential risks, proactively develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues efficiently to keep projects on track. Stakeholder Communication: Act as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and key stakeholders, providing regular project updates and ensuring transparent communication throughout. Health & Safety Compliance: Champion health and safety standards across all sites, working with teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Qualifications & Experience: Experience: Minimum of 5+ years in a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager role within construction, ideally with residential or mixed-use developments. Education: Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Skills: Proven leadership abilities with a track record of managing multiple large-scale projects, controlling budgets, and ensuring on-time delivery. Knowledge: In-depth understanding of contracts, construction regulations, and health and safety standards in Ireland. Communication: Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with all stakeholders. Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the capacity to handle challenges quickly and efficiently. Benefits Package: Competitive Salary: €100,000 - €110,000, reflecting experience and qualifications. Bonus Structure: Performance-based bonus to reward impactful contributions. Pension Scheme: Employer-contributed pension to support your financial future. Long-Term Stability: Work with a developer with a strong pipeline of projects and ambitious long-term growth plans across Ireland. Company Car/Allowance: Provision of a company vehicle or travel allowance to support project oversight. Why Join? Youll be a key player in shaping the future of high-quality residential and commercial developments in Ireland, working in a progressive environment that fosters leadership, encourages innovation, and recognizes achievement. Please send your CV to for a confidential discussion about this role. Skills: Contracts Manager Developer