I have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager / Director for an International role with my client, an Engineering / Tech group with a base in Dublin.
The Role:
The Contracts Director is responsible for leading the contractual and commercial management of multiple projects, ensuring all contracts are negotiated, executed, and administered in line with company objectives and client requirements. This role oversees the end-to-end contractual lifecycle from tender support and contract negotiation to project execution, variation management, and final account while maintaining compliance with relevant laws, standards, and internal governance. The Contracts Director will provide strategic leadership to commercial and site teams, act as the senior point of contact for clients on contractual matters and ensure the successful delivery of projects in terms of programme, cost, quality and risk, including regular travel to project locations across Europe
Job Description:
- Lead the Contracts function for major projects across Europe.
- Develop and implement robust commercial strategies that align with project objectives and company financial targets.
- Provide oversight on bid submissions, ensuring contract terms are commercially viable, compliant, and low risk.
- Lead negotiations for contracts and major variations, ensuring clear allocation of risk and responsibilities.
- Oversee contract reviews, amendments, and execution, liaising with country specific legal representation to ensure compliance with governing laws and frameworks.
- Establish strong contract management procedures across all projects, from award to final account.
- Ensure that all projects under your remit are delivered safely on schedule, within budget, and to the required technical standards.
- Monitor and report on key project metrics across the contract portfolio.
- Drive the commercial performance of live projects, resolving disputes and variations in a timely and commercially favourable manner.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and key stakeholders on all contractual and commercial matters.
For detailed job description - please contact Sandra Brennan at Tech Skills Resources (CPL Group)
