Assistant Contracts Manager

NRL; Dublin; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL is seeking an Assistant Contracts Manager to join a leading construction business in Dublin, Ireland. The role focuses on delivering infrastructure and building projects while ensuring safety and quality standards on-site.

You will support the Contracts/Project Manager, manage reporting systems, RAMS, and HSEQ initiatives, and drive continuous improvement. This position offers growth opportunities within a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent, preferably in Construction or Engineering.
• IOSH or similar health and safety management qualification.
• Training in temporary works, excavation safety, and lifting/crane operations.
• Knowledge of permitting for live energy works.
• Awareness of working at heights and scaffolding safety.
• BIM fundamentals and other HSEQ training as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage reporting systems, coordinate team meetings and oversee package management
• Support the Contracts or Project Manager in delivering construction and design projects
• Act as a role model for operatives by demonstrating leadership and professionalism
• Take a proactive role in HSE management, driving continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, risk management, and quality standards
• Assist with project delivery teams to maintain consistency with client expectations
• Draft and review risk assessments and RAMS with senior managers
• Drive adherence to HSEQ plans and ensure safe systems of work onsite

Education

Degree or equivalent in Construction or Engineering

IOSH or similar health and safety management qualification

Diploma in Building and Construction (nice-to-have)

Job description

Job Title Assistant Contracts Manager Summary We are looking for an experienced Assistant Contracts Manager to join a leading construction business in Dublin, Ireland. This role is ideal for someone passionate about delivering successful infrastructure and building projects while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects and develop your career within a supportive environment.

Location and Working Pattern

Dublin, Ireland – On-site role

Client Overview

Our client is a well-established international construction and engineering group operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. They deliver complex projects in infrastructure, energy, rail, and building sectors with a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Manage reporting systems, coordinate team meetings and oversee package management
• Support the Contracts or Project Manager in delivering construction and design projects
• Act as a role model for operatives by demonstrating leadership and professionalism
• Take a proactive role in HSE management, driving continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, risk management, and quality standards
• Assist with project delivery teams to maintain consistency with client expectations
• Draft and review risk assessments and RAMS with senior managers
• Drive adherence to HSEQ plans and ensure safe systems of work onsite

Must-have Requirements

• Degree or equivalent, preferably in Construction or Engineering
• IOSH or similar health and safety management qualification
• Training in temporary works, excavation safety, and lifting/crane operations
• Knowledge of permitting for live energy works
• Awareness of working at heights and scaffolding safety
• BIM fundamentals and other HSEQ training as required

Nice-to-have Skills

• Working towards professional chartership (CIOB, CPEng, MICE)
• Diploma in Building and Construction

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.