Contract Manager

About This Role

This role involves managing contracts for utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, supporting their delivery in Ireland. It is an opportunity for an experienced construction or project delivery professional to take ownership of project risks, commercial performance, and contractual delivery, working closely with project teams, clients, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Administer and negotiate construction, EPC, FIDIC, and NEC4 contracts, including variations, claims, extensions of time, and contractual notices
• Oversee project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, costs, and profitability, identifying risks and opportunities
• Provide leadership and support to Project Managers and site teams throughout mobilisation, construction, commissioning, and handover
• Identify contractual exposures, protect commercial entitlements, and develop effective mitigation strategies
• Lead contractual discussions, negotiations, and progress meetings with clients, subcontractors, and project partners
• Manage interfaces across civil, electrical, commissioning, and grid connection activities
• Strengthen project controls, reporting, and contract management processes while supporting the development of project teams

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or a related discipline
• 10+ years' experience delivering major construction, infrastructure, power generation, renewable energy, or comparable capital projects
• Strong experience administering construction contracts, particularly FIDIC, EPC, and NEC4
• Proven commercial and financial acumen, including cost control, claims, variations, and negotiations
• Experience managing multiple projects, multidisciplinary teams, and senior stakeholders

Benefits

• Hybrid working, flexible start and finish times
• Company pension scheme
• Subsidised private health insurance and income protection
• Life insurance and Death in Service benefits
• Training opportunities, professional membership fee support, and access to learning and development resources
• Additional flexible leave options and an extra day off for your birthday
• Bike to Work Scheme, discounted gym membership, and local business discounts
• Opportunity to collaborate with an international team and contribute to the growth of the renewable energy sector

About the Company

Greenvolt Next is part of the Greenvolt Group, an international renewable energy company focused on accelerating the transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy.