Contracts Manager

About Redlough

Redlough is a distinguished Irish landscaping contractor headquartered in Dublin, offering professional landscaping and grounds maintenance services throughout Ireland. As a family-owned business spanning over 40 years since its establishment in 1984, the company blends extensive industry experience with innovative, solutions-oriented methods. Redlough's skilled workforce serves commercial properties, public venues, and construction developments, providing both grounds upkeep and landscape installation services. The company emphasizes long-term care of assets, delivering comprehensive year-round external facilities management alongside superior hard and soft landscaping for new constructions and infrastructure projects. Renowned for craftsmanship, reliability, and client satisfaction, Redlough's work has earned industry accolades.

Role Overview

The Contracts Manager will work full-time on-site in Ireland, overseeing landscaping and grounds maintenance contracts from start to finish. Responsibilities include ensuring that service delivery adheres to agreed schedules, quality standards, and budgets. Daily duties involve organizing project timelines, supervising on-site teams, tracking contract compliance, and managing subcontractor engagements as needed. The role also entails preparing and reviewing contract documents, managing change orders and renewals, and enforcing health and safety standards alongside company policies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project schedules and supervise site teams to ensure timely, quality execution of contracts.
• Monitor contract adherence, including performance against timelines, budgets, and service standards.
• Manage subcontractors effectively to meet project requirements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contract documentation, including handling contract amendments and renewals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations and internal corporate policies.
• Maintain strong client relationships by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
• Regularly report on contract progress and outcomes to internal management.
• Promote continuous enhancements in service delivery and operational efficiency.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience managing contracts, preferably within landscaping, construction, or facilities management sectors, with demonstrated contract administration and compliance knowledge.
• Capability in project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and on-site supervision.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, cost management, and familiarity with contract terms and service level agreements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills to build productive partnerships with clients, vendors, and team members.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements applicable to outdoor work environments, construction sites, and ground maintenance.
• Proficiency in standard office and administrative software.
• Willingness and ability to work on-site at various locations across Ireland, demonstrating problem-solving skills, dependability, and commitment to quality service.