Commercial Manager – Civils

John Paul Construction; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Relocation allowance

Company laptop and phone

Pension

Life insurance

CPD

Bike to Work scheme

Job summary

John Paul Construction in Dublin is seeking a Commercial Manager with a background in civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You will lead commercial activities across contracts, manage valuations, cash flow, and subcontractor relationships.

This permanent role requires 10+ years’ experience, chartership progress with SCS, and strong communication skills. You will coach surveyors and work closely with procurement to optimise project outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in construction, civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Chartered or working towards chartership with the SCS.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, interim, and final valuations and payments.
• Manage cash flow and contract positions reporting.
• Place sub-contracts in collaboration with Procurement Manager.
• Review contract documents and flag anomalies.
• Prepare and agree interim and final valuation dates with client representatives.
• Take-offs in advance of Estimating/Planning requirements.
• Prepare final accounts for completed works and submit/agree with client representatives.
• Record contract delays meticulously.
• Manage and coach contract surveyors and junior staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Chartered or working towards chartership with SCS

Job description

Location: Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

At John Paul Construction, we believe every project is an opportunity to improve on what’s come before. To foster that mindset, we hire the brightest and best in the industry, encourage collaboration, and embrace innovative thinking and new technology.

Due to continued expansion we require a Commercial Manager in Dublin with a background in project experience in civil engineering / infrastructure projects.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, interim, and final valuations, applications for payment, reconciliations of valuations and costs, and amounts for contracts, sub-contractors, specialists, and suppliers
• Provide necessary information to enable accurate and regular review of cash flow and contract positions
• In conjunction with the Procurement Manager, place sub-contracts on work under their control, where required
• Conduct detailed examination of contract documents and highlight any anomalies
• Prepare, submit, and agree interim and final valuation dates with client representatives
• Prepare all necessary take-offs in advance of requirements from the Estimating, Procurement, and Planning departments
• Prepare contract final accounts for each completed section of the works, including all adjustments, and submit and agree with client representatives
• Carefully record all details involving contractual delays
• Manage and coach contract surveyors, assistant surveyors, and junior surveyors reporting to them

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience, preferably with a main contractor
• Previous project experience in construction/civil engineering / infrastructure
• Chartered or working towards chartership with the Society of Chartered Surveyors (SCS)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

As a permanent employee of John Paul Construction, you will benefit from:

• Company vehicle or travel allowance
• Relocation allowance (where applicable)
• Company laptop and phone
• Pension
• Life insurance and income protection
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Access to lifestyle benefits such as the Bike to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Sports & Social Club, and more

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.