Due to continued growth, new contracts and an extensive pipeline of work, one of Irelands top Civil and Contractors are hiring a Contracts Manager. This is a full- time position based out of the Portlaoise office working on projects for ESB and Irish Water. Duties: Be the primary point of contact and responsible for running numerous projects within urban and rural environments, with particular attention to urban environments. Ability to be view project through a commercial lens. Ability to detail costs to complete values and claims narratives. Building successful relationships with Clients, Client Representatives and other 3rd party providers and stakeholders. Ability to draw, construct and review drawings with a high level of detail for value engineering and efficient design. Ability to study design briefs and prepare proposed design packs from concept to detailed designs, with input into environmental, archaeology and other relevant aspects. Ability to draft and communicate regular reports for the purposes of status reporting as well as guidance across the business with a view of directing actions required. Manage an existing team with communication and leadership skills that is both efficient, effective and motivational. Ability to liaise and coordinate seamlessly with multiple levels of Staff, Departments, Clients, Suppliers, Subcontractors, and any other stakeholders. Interested in developing current team structures and processes with the ability to introduce new people to the company, along with external new supply chains. Requirements: Full clean drivers license essential. A relevant qualification is desirable. Experience with UK or Irish Water Standards (Potable & Foul) Good knowledge of ESB frameworks Experience with structures, buildings, and general civils, associated with the Water or Power Industry i.e. Steel framed buildings, or RC structures. Confident, motivated and can work independently as well as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines. Time management abilities to meet targets. Good communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Integrity and respect for confidentiality and privacy Salary: Salary circa €100k €110k DOE Pension Vehicle If you are aContracts Managerconsidering a career move, please feel free to send yourCV or contact Lisa Cullen for a confidential discussion.GPC will not send any applicants CVs to clients without a full discussion and prior consent. GPC is a specialist construction recruitment consultancy based in Dublin with 24 years experience working in the recruitment of construction professionals within Ireland and Internationally. Skills: Construction Contracts Manager