Junior Contracts Administration Consultant

NRL; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL is seeking a Junior Contracts Administration Consultant in Dublin to join a client team working on transport infrastructure projects. You will support contract management, compliance, and O&M activities across PPP concessions, with on-site work 2–3 days per week.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years post-graduate experience in transport infra, a Level 8 engineering degree, and strong communication. A valid driving license and familiarity with NEC4/PPP contracts are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate experience in transport infrastructure projects.
• Experience overseeing operations and maintenance activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct contract management and administration, performance monitoring, and operations supervision.
• Prepare draft responses for formal contract correspondence.
• Carry out audits, site inspections, and compliance checks for O&M and asset management.
• Assist with Task Orders, Compensation Events, and variation notices for PPP concessions.
• Evaluate contractor submissions and review design certificates for compliance.
• Support traffic data reporting and analysis; monitor Tunnel Safety Directive obligations.
• Attend PPP exercises and review emergency procedures.

Skills

Contract management

Compliance monitoring

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Level 8 Engineering degree

Tools

NEC4 contracts

PPP contracts

Job description

Junior Contracts Administration Consultant

Summary

We are seeking a Junior Contracts Administration Consultant to join our client team in Dublin. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in transport infrastructure projects who enjoys working on detailed contract and compliance activities. You’ll gain exposure to high-profile public-private partnerships and contribute to the effective management of operational and maintenance contracts.

Salary

€27 per hour

Location and Working Pattern

Dublin, Ireland. 2 to 3 days on-site each week, driven by client requirements and subject to change. Standard working hours are 37.5 per week.

Client Overview

Our client operates within the transport infrastructure sector, delivering essential services that ensure safe and efficient national road networks. They work closely with multiple stakeholders and require competent professionals to maintain high standards across complex contracts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct contract management and administration, performance monitoring, and operational supervision.
• Prepare draft responses for formal correspondence regarding contracts.
• Carry out audits, site inspections, compliance checks, and monitoring of operations, maintenance, and asset management processes.
• Support the preparation and administration of Task Orders, Compensation Events, and variation notices for OMTTCC2G or PPP concessions.
• Assist in evaluating contractor submissions, including Task Orders and Compensation Events.
• Review PPP Design and Design Check Certificates for compliance and adequacy.
• Contribute to reporting and analysis of traffic data and patterns.
• Support technical advice provision and monitor compliance with Tunnel Safety Directive obligations.
• Attend and review OMTTCC2G and PPP emergency exercises.

Must-have Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ post-graduate experience in transport infrastructural projects.
• At least 3 years overseeing and monitoring operations and maintenance activities.
• Level 8 qualification (or equivalent) in civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical/electronic engineering.
• A valid driving licence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience with NEC4 and PPP contract administration.
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary team environments and client liaison.

About NRL

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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.