Contracts Manager (Construction)

Global Professional Consultants Ireland; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Professional Consultants Ireland is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their team in Dungannon. This role involves overseeing multiple residential and commercial construction projects across Northern Ireland, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and to high standards.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in the industry, with a strong background in contracts management or as a senior project manager. Competitive salary and a chance to work with a well-established contractor are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience within the construction industry.
• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager role is essential.
• Strong background in residential and/or commercial building projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple residential and commercial construction projects.
• Manage site management teams, subcontractors, and key project stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered on programme, within budget, and in line with company quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Programme management

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Contracts Manager – Residential & Commercial (Northern Ireland)

A well-established main contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their growing team, based in their Dungannon office. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional to take a leading role in the delivery of multiple residential and commercial projects across Northern Ireland with a busy and expanding contractor.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of several live projects, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to a high standard of quality. This role would suit an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong background in residential and/or commercial construction within the UK or Irish markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple residential and commercial construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Manage site management teams, subcontractors, and key project stakeholders across multiple sites.
• Ensure projects are delivered on programme, within budget, and in line with company quality standards.
• Coordinate project planning, sequencing, and resource allocation across several live contracts.
• Monitor construction progress and proactively address issues impacting delivery or programme.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and senior management teams.
• Ensure strict adherence to health & safety regulations and company compliance standards.
• Review project performance including budgets, procurement, forecasting, and reporting.
• Drive quality assurance and ensure works are delivered to specification and client expectations.
• Support the commercial and operational success of all projects under your control.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline (desirable).
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience within the construction industry.
• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager role is essential.
• Strong background in residential and/or commercial building projects.
• UK or Irish construction experience required.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with proven programme management ability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and site teams simultaneously.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 (€80,000 – €90,000 approx.) DOE.
• Office-based role in Dungannon with oversight of regional projects across Northern Ireland.
• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing main contractor.
• Strong pipeline of residential and commercial projects.