Contracts Manager – Cork
DOE: €100K
Overview:
Our client, a main contractor with projects across Ireland, is seeking a Contracts Manager in Cork to lead on-site civil engineering projects, ensuring quality, safety, financial performance, and client satisfaction.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage project programmes, including tender-stage planning and method statements.
- Lead preconstruction activities: site logistics, temporary works, statutory notifications, and start-up meetings.
- Oversee design management, BIM coordination, and technical input during project delivery.
- Ensure HSEQS compliance, risk management, and quality standards across all project stages.
- Manage commercial performance, cost control, CVRs, and financial reporting.
- Coordinate subcontractor selection, performance, and productivity to meet project milestones.
- Supervise project team, QS, and Site Managers to ensure competence and effective resource allocation.
- Monitor site progress, buildability, and drive improvements in programme or commercial outcomes.
- Lead project close-out, including commissioning, defect management, final accounts, and client handover.
- Promote continuous improvement, lessons learned, and staff development through PDPs and mentoring.
Qualifications:
- Degree or equivalent in Construction, Engineering, Business Systems or related discipline .
- Knowledge of commercial and estimating processes within construction.
- Experience with database management or reporting tools.
- Training in project controls or commercial systems implementation.
Interested candidates should submit their CV outlining their suitability for the role to ireprotech@oandb.ie or call Clodagh on 087 797 8585 for a confidential conversation.
O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation