Senior Contracts Manager

Manley is a well established second-generation building contractor based in Meath, with 39 years of experience in the construction industry. We pride ourselves on our commitment to sustainability and innovation across various sectors, including Residential, Education, Commercial and more. With divisions such as Manley Construction, Manley Development, Manley Timber Frame and our newest Manley Modular division, we tackle a wide range of projects across various sectors. Our diverse senior management team fosters an environment that promotes professional development and engagement in meaningful projects. At Manley, we use the most advanced technology and offer flexible working arrangements tailored to individual roles. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the construction industry and want to be part of a progressive team, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with us. Join us in building a sustainable future together!

Ideal Candidate:

Proven track record in the successful delivery and management of comparable construction projects.

Due to continued growth, Manley Construction is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly motivated Contracts Manager with extensive expertise in residential construction. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, project planning, and programming capabilities, with a strong ability to manage projects from inception to completion.

This role will involve overseeing residential construction projects ranging in value from €5 million to €15 million, ensuring delivery to the highest standards of quality, safety, programme, and cost control. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Contracts Manager looking to further develop their career within a dynamic and expanding organisationThis role would include Residential Buildings in Drogheda North and South (Housing and Apartments).

Role description:

• To oversee the management of number of residential projects
• Manage and lead the project management team
• Participation in developing the company strategy
• A clear understanding of both current public and private contract forms and their administration
• Assist in the management of sub-contractor packages on site
• Develop the construction programme, manage the program and monitor progress on site to ensure delivery of completed project on time
• Develop, install and manage project methodology and company strategy for each project Oversee and ensure all EHSQ systems are adhered
• Maintain a structured approach to managing the project on the ground from progress meeting and clear reporting on project performance
• Manage and oversee the design portion elements of sub-contractor packages including the QS submittal process in a timely fashion
• Manage client expectations on all contracts to ensure new and existing relationships are developed and maintained
• Manage the procurement process for all projects suppliers to ensure timely delivery of project
• Oversee all commercial aspects of projects
• Provide value engineering solutions where possible
• Report monthly to Directors
• Represent Manley at all project meetings

Candidate Requirements:

• Residential / Housing Experience is essential
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role with a Main Contractor.
• Degree in construction, civil engineering or similar
• Be able to communicate well and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of construction practices, trades and techniques
• A track record in delivering projects on time
• Technically astute · Excellent Information Technology skills
• A full clean European driver’s license and a form of transport which will enable you to fulfil your responsibilities
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Project and to be able to provide by weekly updates on the contract programme
• The ability to work as part of a team
• The ability to meet deadlines