Contract Manager

My client is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal, industrial and pharmaceutical sectors, working with clients including Uisce Éireann (formerly Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, United Utilities and Northern Ireland Water, as well as multinational private clients such as Kerry Group, Diageo, Coca-Cola and Nestlé. My client is complements this expertise as a specialist in anaerobic digestion and biogas solutions, delivering renewable energy and resource recovery projects that support the transition to a low-carbon economy. Together, my client combine deep technical capability across water, wastewater and bioresource infrastructure, enabling clients to maximise efficiency, reduce environmental impact and unlock sustainable value from waste streams. Both organisations are passionate about solving today’s environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We recognise that building successful, creative teams requires a diverse workforce capable of driving innovation and new ways of thinking. We provide an environment where individuals have the freedom to develop and grow to their full potential, while championing core values of Safety and Well-being, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, Diversity and Inclusion in everything we do. With a talented and growing team of over 600 people across Ireland and the UK, my client are continuing to expand across multiple disciplines to support ambitious growth plans and deliver sustainable infrastructure for the future. The Role: The Contracts Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for the successful end-to-end delivery of complex construction and engineering projects. Acting as the primary client interface, the role ensures strong stakeholder engagement, high levels of client satisfaction, and the identification of value-add opportunities. The Contracts Manager leads multidisciplinary teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture while providing clear direction, mentoring, and resource planning. They are accountable for programme delivery, commercial performance, procurement, and risk management, applying best practice methodologies to optimise outcomes. A strong focus on health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance underpins all activities, alongside a commitment to sustainability and Net Zero objectives. The role requires strategic thinking, operational agility, and a continuous improvement mindset to drive innovation and efficiency. Ultimately, success is defined by consistently delivering safe, high-quality projects on time and budget, while strengthening client relationships and contributing to business growth. Main Duties and Responsibilities: The main duties and responsibilities of the Contracts Manager are outlined as follows: Client Focus