Job Purpose
As part of an exciting company expansion project, Designer Group are seeking for a
Contracts Manager
to join our Operations team in our data centre business.
As Contracts Manager you will provide leadership to project operations across various contracts that run concurrently.
You will be responsible to ensure the projects are delivered on time, on budget, to the highest quality standards and exceeding our client's expectations.
Your role will involve the management of senior project personnel, (Site Managers, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors and other departmental leads) in the delivery of the contracts under your control.
You will provide proactive management accountability, in line with the values of Designer Group.
About Our Company
Designer Group is a leading international mechanical & electrical provider specialising in turnkey packages for the design, supply, and installation of M&E services.
Headquartered in Dublin, we employ a large team of experienced and dedicated colleagues across the Group.
As an industry leader, we work with some of the world's largest multinational companies and our common purpose is delivering ambitious, innovative and sustainable engineering solutions, building client partnerships that bear testament to the standards we uphold.
Our people are the foundation of our continued growth across all client sectors.
We invest in our people and have a philosophy of continuous professional development.
This investment has produced an innovative and passionate team that deliver projects for our clients safely, efficiently and to the highest standards in the industry.
Our approach to everything we do is underpinned by our
Values of:
Safe
Trust
Respect
Challenge
Deliver
This is an exciting time for Designer Group, with the fruits of our Engineering Our Future Strategy **** reflected in our substantial pipeline of work in Ireland, Europe, Africa and South America.
Roles and Responsibilities
Involvement in Estimation preparations, packs and support.
Design development, and value engineering, pre and post contract commencement.
Ensure the highest levels of commercial management are adhered to and commercial targets are achieved while working in conjunction with the Project QS/Commercial team.
Manage all aspects of procurement, including subcontractors and plant/equipment.
Oversee the contracting process with chosen sub-contractors/specialists and ensure works are carried out correctly and as per contract and relevant specifications.
Closely monitor the usage of materials and resources on projects.
Ensure weekly progress reports are issued, including, RFIs, procurement schedules, technical submittals, programme updates, identification of critical issues, specific to projects which you are involved in.
Hold regular meetings with both the design team and sub-contractors.
Oversee and execute the effective control and use of both labour and materials on projects.
Be responsible for implementing company Health and Safety Procedures and reporting to the Company's Head of EHS.
Actively engage in Business Development to obtain future opportunities for the company.
Maintain and build upon good working relationships with internal & external stakeholders of the business.
Qualifications
Ideally 10+ years' experience with an M&E background.
Third Level Degree desirable, not essential.
Ability to demonstrate leadership, while building strong working relationships.
Collaborative stakeholder management.
Good interpersonal & written communication skills.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
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