Construction Contracts Manager

Amazing opportunity in Dublin to be the lead for a very exciting dynamic contractor on projects for the East coast

The Construction Contracts Manager is responsible for managing all contractual and commercial aspects of construction projects. The role ensures that contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers are properly negotiated, administered, and executed while protecting the company from financial and legal risks.

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• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
  
• Ensure compliance with standard construction contracts such as FIDIC Contract Conditions, NEC Contracts, or JCT Contracts.
  
• Manage contract documentation including agreements, amendments, and variations.
  

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• Oversee contract budgets, payment schedules, and cost control.
  
• Review project valuations, interim payments, and final accounts.
  
• Support commercial teams in cost management and forecasting.
  
• Identify contractual risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and health & safety regulations.
  
• Maintain records of contract obligations and deliverables.
  
• Manage variations, claims, and change orders.
  
• Assist in dispute resolution and negotiation with clients or subcontractors.
  
• Work with legal teams on arbitration or adjudication processes if required.
  

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• Work closely with project managers, quantity surveyors, procurement teams, and legal advisors.
  
• Provide contractual advice during tendering and project execution stages. xcfaprz
  
• Attend project meetings and support project delivery teams on contractual matters.
  
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and procurement methods
  
• Contract negotiation and commercial awareness
  
• Claims and dispute management experience
  
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
  
• Attention to detail and document management
  
• Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects
  

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• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Law
  
• Professional membership preferred, such as:
  
• Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  
• Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
  
• Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
  

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• Typically 7–12 years’ experience in construction or engineering projects