Intermediate Contract Manager

About the company

Turner & Townsend is an international professional services organisation with a workforce of more than 22,000 across over 60 countries. The business partners with clients in real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to deliver projects and programmes that create positive outcomes for communities. Its service offering spans programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero, and digital solutions. Turner & Townsend is majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., and works closely with CBRE to provide programme, project, and cost management services globally.

The role is based in Greater Dublin and is a full-time, onsite position.

Role overview

The Intermediate Contract Manager will support contract administration through the construction stage and into the early operational phase. This position is focused on managing consultancy and advisor contracts, maintaining contract procedures, handling changes and claims, coordinating meetings and communication, keeping records organised, and supporting financial management processes connected to contract delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and put into use suitable contract administration tools and systems, such as CEMAR or an equivalent platform, during the procurement stage.
• Administer contracts across construction and operational phases while ensuring all contractual terms and conditions are followed.
• Manage consultant and advisor agreements so that obligations are met and services are delivered as agreed.
• Deal with variation and claim workflows, including assessment, negotiation, and resolution in line with approved procedures.
• Plan and run stakeholder meetings to support clear communication and effective coordination throughout the project.
• Address issues quickly or escalate them to the right people when needed to keep delivery on track.
• Maintain well-structured filing and document control arrangements so project records can be accessed easily.
• Support the financial side of contract management, including budget tracking, cost control, and reporting.
• Create, maintain, and improve contract manuals, workflows, and procedures to keep administration consistent and efficient.
• Work with stakeholders to understand expectations and align contract administration with wider project objectives.
• Track compliance with contractual requirements and prepare routine updates on contract status, performance, and open issues.
• Identify contract-related risks during construction and operational phases and help reduce their impact.
• Take on additional duties, activities, or tasks as assigned for the role.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in document control, with a strong record of managing project documentation.
• Experience working on high-value metro rail projects or assignments of comparable scale and complexity.
• Working knowledge of quality management and process improvement methods, ideally within construction.
• Solid background in document control linked to compliance, quality, and policy requirements.
• Hands-on experience with document management systems, databases, and related software.
• Minimum Level 8 degree, or an equivalent qualification, in a relevant subject such as Project Management or Business Administration.
• Preferred but not essential: PMP certification.
• Preferred but not essential: Certified Document Controller (CDC) qualification.

Additional information

What the employer offers:

• Full-time employment.
• Competitive pay and a strong benefits package.
• 8% pension contribution.
• 23 days of annual leave plus 2 company days.
• The chance to contribute to meaningful and innovative projects.
• Career growth opportunities in Ireland and internationally.
• A collaborative workplace with diverse and talented colleagues.

The company promotes a supportive, flexible, and healthy working environment that values work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.

Recruitment note: no fee should ever be paid by candidates for this hiring process. Unsolicited CVs sent outside the authorised recruitment process may be treated as company property and are not subject to agency fees.