Capital Projects Manager

We are seeking an experienced Capital Projects Manager to join our team. As a key member of our project management team, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing contract management activities for construction and infrastructure projects.

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a seasoned professional who wants to make a real impact on the success of our projects. You will have the chance to work with a dynamic and diverse team, collaborate with clients, and develop innovative solutions to meet their needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with project teams to develop contract management plans aligned with project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.
• Lead the contract formation process, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with subcontractors and vendors.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with contract terms, conditions, and specifications, identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Manage contract changes, variations, and claims, assessing their impact on project scope, schedule, and cost, and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks, working closely with project stakeholders to proactively address issues and minimize disruptions.
• Track contract performance against key performance indicators (KPIs), milestones, and deliverables, and provide regular updates to project teams and management.
• Facilitate resolution of contract disputes and claims through negotiation, mediation, or other dispute resolution mechanisms, ensuring timely and fair outcomes.
• Cultivate strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and other external partners, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor contract budgets, expenditures, and invoicing, and reconcile financial discrepancies to ensure accuracy and compliance with project financial goals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract documentation, records, and reports, and prepare regular status reports and presentations for project stakeholders.

Internal Responsibilities:

• Assisting in client account management activities such as recruitment for the project team, managing financial aspects of client engagements, and quality and risk management.
• Building valued relationships with clients and colleagues to assist in generating new business across our organization.
• Providing a supporting role in presentations and proposals for elements of medium to high complex projects to prospective and existing clients.
• Communicating effectively with our senior management and working to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams.
• Understanding all our service offerings and actively identifying opportunities to better serve clients.
• Building strong internal relationships within our organization and across other service lines.
• Supporting team development activities, including coaching, mentoring, conducting performance reviews, contributing to performance feedback, recruiting, retaining, and training activities.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• A 3rd level educational qualification in Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related field.
• Suitable experience in construction contract management and/or administration.
• Experience in consulting or similar client-facing roles.
• Multidisciplinary experience including project management, contract management, and procurement.
• A thorough understanding of contract management principles and practices, including contract administration, risk management, change management, and dispute resolution.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• We offer a competitive remuneration package, comprehensive support for flexible working, and career development opportunities.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you.
• The chance to work with a dynamic and diverse team, collaborate with clients, and develop innovative solutions to meet their needs.

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements.

We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.