Traffic Management Contracts Manager (FC3947483)

Our client has been a trusted partner in delivering expert Traffic Management Services, Vehicle Restraint Systems, and essential infrastructure TTM solutions across Ireland and the UK. Our client supports the nation's most TTM demands for critical road and infrastructure projects, from motorways and airports to cycle lanes and local authority workloads. Our commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and trust drives our multifaceted TTM operations. Our client provides scalable, responsive, and fully certified services backed by deep industry expertise. We are proud to continue shaping the future of safer, smarter TTM for the demands in industry.

Our core work includes: Traffic Management Vehicle restraint systems (VRS/road crash barriers) Minor Civils Road Markings We're known for keeping projects clean, safe, and efficient, and we're looking for a commercially astute leader who shares our values and can help us deliver quality results every time. The Role Reporting to the Commercial & Contracts Director, the Sr. Contracts Manager is responsible for the effective management, administration, and performance of CHM's contracts.

The role ensures contracts are commercially sound, compliant, and delivered to agreed budgets, scope, quality, and margin objectives. The Sr. Contracts Manager supports integration of acquired businesses, drives consistent contract governance across depots, and ensures alignment between commercial, operational, and design functions.

Main Duties & Tasks Commercial Leadership Skills Ability to align contract and commercial decisions with our client's long-term business goals and market positioning. Proven experience in managing budgets, forecasting, and ensuring profitability across multiple contracts and depots. Skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to support commercial success. Capable of leading cross-functional teams, mentoring junior staff, and fostering a culture of accountability and performance. Comfortable making informed, timely decisions in high-pressure environments, balancing commercial risk and operational delivery. Contract Administration & Management Manage day-to-day contract performance, ensuring delivery to agreed commercial terms, timelines, and specifications. Oversee contract variations, extensions, claims, and commercial change processes in line with governance standards.

Ensure robust contract records including correspondence, variations, and approvals. Commercial Delivery Oversight Monitor contract delivery against commercial KPIs, including margin, cost, and risk indicators. Identify and support resolution of contract risks, disputes, and claims, working closely with Commercial, Compliance, and Legal teams. Support proactive scope management and margin protection. Client Interface & Relationship Management Act as primary point of contact for client-side contract administration. Ensure professional, timely communication and resolution of contractual and commercial issues.

Promote our clients services and contribute to client retention and upselling where applicable. Collaboration & Integration Work closely with Sales, Design, Operations, Finance, Compliance, and Logistics to ensure contracts are commercially viable, deliverable, and aligned to operational plans.

Support integration of contract practices and controls across acquired businesses and multiple depots. Lead/attend contract handover, progress, and review meetings to ensure alignment between bid, delivery, and operational teams. Governance & Reporting Ensure compliance with our client's commercial governance, risk, and reporting requirements. Provide regular reports to the Commercial & Contracts Director on contract performance, risks, and opportunities.

Support development of commercial action plans where performance or risk issues arise. Every day you'll contribute to building safer, smarter infrastructure for the communities we serve. Essential Criteria: Proven experience in contract management, commercial delivery, or project administration within infrastructure, construction, engineering, or traffic management sectors

Strong understanding of contract structures, commercial terms, and risk management Experience managing variations, claims, and dispute resolution processes Experience working with public and private sector contracts, including frameworks Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail Desirable Criteria: Systems literacy (e.g. contract management tools, ERP) Relevant Health & Safety qualifications Why You'll Love Working with Us: Competitive salary with opportunities for progression Career development with training and support Realistic workloads and genuine management support Hybrid working options with flexibility Long term service awards

A secure, long-term role with a trusted, well-respected company Work-Life Balance, Diversity & Inclusion We believe our people do their best work when they feel valued, respected, and supported both on and off the job. We plan workloads carefully, encourage open communication, and create an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to treating every member of our team with fairness, dignity, and respect. If you're ready to take the lead, work with a great team, and help shape safer, smarter infrastructure, we would love to hear from you.