Commercial Contracts Manager

Trades Workforce Solutions; Omagh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Northern Ireland is seeking a Commercial Contracts Manager to oversee the commercial aspects of significant infrastructure projects. In this full-time, permanent position, you will manage estimating, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure project delivery. The ideal candidate has 5+ years' experience in civil engineering, a degree in a related field, and excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive salary, job security, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Job security

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience managing civil engineering construction projects.
• Degree or Higher Diploma qualification in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Strong knowledge in dealing with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Estimate for new project tenders.
• Liaise with the QS / Contracts Manager and client representatives.
• Negotiate and agree subcontractor terms.
• Prepare cost value reconciliation reports.
• Manage and monitor project costs.

Skills

Relevant experience

Client and stakeholder management

Effective communication

Strong IT skills

Independent work

Education

Degree or Higher Diploma in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Commercial Contracts Manager – Location: Omagh

We are hiring for our client, a leading civil engineering contractor based in Co Tyrone, who specialises in delivering significant infrastructure projects across Northern Ireland and Ireland. Our client is looking for an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager to manage the commercial aspects of their projects, ensuring timely and efficient delivery. This is a full-time, permanent management position.

The Top 3 Things to Know

1. Diverse Projects – Manage commercial aspects of significant civil engineering infrastructure projects, mainly in the energy sector.
2. Stable Role – Full-time, permanent position with a leading company in the civil engineering sector.
3. Career Progression – Opportunities to grow within an established and expanding organisation.

The Role

As a Commercial Contracts Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Estimating for new project tenders
• Liaising with the QS / Contracts Manager and client representatives, attending meetings
• Negotiating and agreeing subcontractor terms
• Preparing cost value reconciliation reports, ensuring accurate financial forecasts
• Managing and monitoring project costs
• Preparing and agreeing Interim Valuations
• Ensuring timely closure of final accounts
• Meeting with client representatives to agree variations and valuations
• Managing minor civils projects, primarily in the energy sector, ensuring the programme and safety are maintained

The Person

To succeed in the Commercial Contracts Manager role, you’ll need:

• 5+ years of relevant experience managing civil engineering construction projects
• Degree or Higher Diploma qualification in Engineering or Construction Management
• Strong knowledge and confidence in dealing with clients and stakeholders
• Effective communication and managerial skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office
• A full UK driver’s licence

The Rewards

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full-time, permanent role with job security
• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects
• Career progression in a growing company
• Supportive, dynamic team environment

Next Steps

To apply for the Commercial Contracts Manager role, or for more information, please contact Adam Adair at [e-mail]. Take the next step in your career with a leading civil engineering contractor in Northern Ireland.