Senior Contracts Manager

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Sisk Rewards & Recognition programme

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee large projects while ensuring alignment with the company's strategy. The role requires extensive project management experience, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to lead teams effectively. This position offers a hybrid working environment, requiring travel mainly within the West of Ireland and Midlands. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction and demonstrate a commitment to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• More than ten years’ experience in the construction sector.
• Experience managing end-to-end project management.
• Demonstrable ability to manage health, safety, environment, quality, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare program and method statements for the project.
• Manage subcontractor design and delivery of BIM strategy.
• Chair internal meetings and ensure accurate documentation.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Academic qualification in construction

Chartered status

Tools

SMSTS

BBS

Root Cause Analysis

Job description

Overview

Vision Built a Sisk Company, is a leading offsite construction company delivering high-quality modular and panelised building solutions. Our team combines innovation with practical construction expertise to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

The SeniorContractsManager will typically lead large and technically challenging project(s). Reporting into the Project Director, will be responsible for planning, coordination and management of all aspects of the project in line with the PEP aligned to the company's overall business strategy. Has overall responsibility for delivery, safety, environmental, quality & profit & loss.

This is a hybrid role that involves working across multiple locations. The successful candidate will be required to regularly support operations in West of Ireland and the Midlands, with flexibility to travel between both regions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the programme, method statements, prelims and submission document
• Chair start-up & internal meetings
• Prepare the Procurement strategy with the QS and Prequalification of key supply chain (early awards)
• Prepare a preliminary Risk Register and mitigate/manage any risks for the duration of the project
• Agree Site Layout, logistics and organise implementation of same in accordance with company guidelines
• Manages (through others) consultant and subcontract design as required by the contract including delivery of the BIM strategy
• Manage S/C including S/C progress meetings and S/C pre-order meetings
• Manage employee resources, including cover for site when staff are on annual leave or training
• Chair Internal Team Meetings/attend and chair Subcontractor meetings
• Attend, update, and ensure accurate comprehensive minutes are issued from Client/Design Team Meetings
• Manage information flow and information required schedules
• Prepare contract reports, manage Prelims in accordance with PEP and prepare applications for extension of time with SQS/QS
• Review constructability and identify methods of execution with commercial or programme advantage where possible

Experience

• Values HSEQS as a critical priority
• Articulate and numerate
• Good technical knowledge
• Familiarity with key contract principles
• More than ten years’ experience working in the relevant sector or a minimum of 4-5 projects delivered across different industry sectors
• Demonstrable holistic ‘end to end’ PM experience.
• Value a relentless focus on HSEQS as a critical priority
• Articulate and numerate
• Good technical knowledge
• Familiarity with key contract principles

Qualifications

• Academic and/or Professional qualification in construction related subject. Ideally chartered
• SMSTS, CDM/PSCS
• Awareness, BBS, Root Cause Analysis & S5 & Q10 internal workshops.
• CVRs
• PEP
• Team Building and Leadership
• Planning and Temporary works
• Commercial & Contract
• Awareness Management

Additional Information

Vision Built, a Sisk Company, offers a rewarding career within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Our people are recognised for their contribution through the Sisk Rewards & Recognition programme, supporting excellence, performance and growth across the business.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland.