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The Contracts Manager provides guidance and oversight to the Cost Control Lead and Schedule Lead to ensure integrated project delivery and alignment with commercial and scheduling objectives. This role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on contract administration, acting as both the senior advisor and the operational lead on NEC and FIDIC contract matters. The Contracts Manager ensures compliance with framework agreements and Work Orders (call‑off contracts), supports project delivery teams, and liaises with internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in contract management delivery and practices aligned with the Contracting Entity’s strategic objectives and operational plans.
Responsibilities
* Lead and implement contract management strategies and operational plans across the Dublin Airport Capital Delivery portfolio.
* Lead and manage Cost Managers and Schedulers, fostering collaboration and ensuring effective coordination of project delivery tasks. Support team development and uphold high standards of performance and accountability.
* Ensure compliance with contract terms, conditions, and governance frameworks, reporting non‑compliance to senior leadership.
* Provide expert advice to Project Managers, Service Managers, and senior stakeholders on all contractual matters, including risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and claims management.
* Administer NEC and FIDIC contracts, including compensation events, early warnings and payment applications.
* Prepare and issue formal contractual communications and instructions on behalf of the Project Manager.
* Maintain and update the early warning register and administer the early warning process.
* Review and assess compensation event applications and quotations, making recommendations to the Project Manager or Service Manager.
* Monitor contractor and consultant performance against KPIs and Incentive Schedules, and lead contractor performance evaluations and improvement plans.
* Hold works and projects performance review meetings and ensure consistent quality in contract administration.
* Support procurement and commercial teams in contract drafting, negotiation and award processes.
* Ensure effective use of contract management systems such as CEMAR and Unifier.
* Maintain oversight of contract registers, early warning registers, and risk logs.
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