Contracts Manager / Project Manager

Overview

 

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

The Contracts Manager / Project Manager is the senior site leader and has overall responsibility for the delivery of the project(s) and financial performance of the contract (with support from the QS). The key elements of this role are to co-ordinate all aspects of the contract, to ensure that the project meets the client expectations. The CM/PM carries out their work in accordance with all the relevant standard operating procedures also in line with the SISK HSEQS policies. The CM/PM prepares and maintains the PEP and also looks for opportunities for the company to add additional value or enhance the profit achieved through the delivery of the project.  

Responsibilities

Preconstruction 

• Prepare the programme, method statements and submission 

• Produce the contract programme (having typically worked with the Estimating Department during the bid stage) 

• Instruct the QS to agree all major preliminary items expenditure, including plant, accommodation 

• Chair start-up & production meetings (including working with the Regional Director to allocate suitably skilled team members) 

• Manage the sub-contracts buying schedule with the QS  

 

Construction & Design 

• Lead all aspects of Project Team functions (PEP, Risk & Commercial Success, Financials, Processes, HSEQS, Stakeholder Management, Project Administration, Design Management & Project Close Out) 

• Ensure that the project team and supply chain have the required H&S skills and competencies in their org to meet HSEQS expectations document 

• Manages, through others, consultant and subcontract design as required by the contract including delivery of the BIM strategy 

• Compile and implement the Project Execution Plan, with specific reference to the HSE & Quality plan. 

 

Post Construction 

• Obtain the defects list, remedy any items and obtain the Certificate of Making Good Defects 

• Instruct QS in the preparation of Loss and Expense Applications and in the provision of  information for Final Account 

• Manage and control operating budgets 

• Has authority to approve expenditure, appoint sub-contractors, change sub-contractors and signoff on monthly commercial reports 

Experience

• Good working Knowledge of Design and Build JCT &, NEC3 contracts, as well as with BREEAM/LEED 

• Proven experience working in the relevant sector or a minimum of 2-3 projects delivered across different industry sectors 

• Demonstrable holistic ‘end to end’ Programme Management experience 

• Analytical and Methodical 

• Commercial Awareness 

• People & Performance  Management skills 

• Team Building and Leadership  

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in construction related subject. Ideally chartered 

• Planning 

• IOSH or equivalent H&S management training 

• Temporary Works & Excavation Safety 

• Permitting requirements for live energy works 

• Working at Heights & Scaffolding Lifting & Cranage operations 

• Other HSEQS training as per site HSE plan 

• Contracts Management  

Additional Information

What We Offer

At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include:

• Competitive salary • 26 days annual leave• Pension scheme • Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports• Career development opportunities• And much more as part of our Total Rewards programme

 

Our People & Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.Encouraging All Talent to Apply

We understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.Compliance & Transparency

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.

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