Head of Projects / Contracts Manager - Dublin

Head of Projects / Contracts Manager - Dublin.

Our client is a company that specialises in the design, installation, and maintenance of commercial HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) and refrigeration systems. They serve various sectors, including data centers, healthcare, retail, and corporate, offering 24/7 service and maintenance. 

We are recruiting a Head of Projects / Contracts Manager to take full ownership of the installation division.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You will be responsible for ensuring all projects are delivered on time, on budget, and profitably, while leading and developing the projects function.
You will report to the COO and play a key role in the next stage of the company’s growth.

You will take ownership of an €8–9M installation division in a business that has:

• Strong project tracking and financial visibility
• Weekly performance monitoring (labour & materials)
• Established client base and pipeline
• Operational systems being actively improved

We are now looking for the right person to:
• Take control of project performance
• Lead the projects function
• Drive accountability and results
This is a genuine opportunity to step into a leadership role with real authority and influence.

Key Responsibilities:
Project & Commercial Ownership
• Own and be accountable for the profitability of all installation projects
• Monitor labour and material performance against budget
• Ensure all variations are identified, priced, and agreed
• Manage commercial risk across projects

Labour Planning & Resource Allocation
• Allocate labour effectively across multiple projects
• Balance resources to maximise efficiency and margin
• Work closely with Project Managers to plan labour requirements
• Make decisions on project priorities and resourcing

Client Engagement
• Act as the primary operational contact post-contract award
• Lead project kick-off meetings and establish delivery expectations
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and main contractors

Leadership & Team Development
• Manage and support Project Managers
• Provide guidance on both operational and commercial decisions
• Drive accountability across the projects team
• Lead weekly project performance reviews

Authority & Accountability
• Full ownership of the performance of the installation division
• Authority to make decisions on:
• Labour allocation
• Project priorities
• Delivery approach
• Responsibility for ensuring projects achieve expected margins

Interested applicants should have:

• Strong background in HVAC, mechanical contracting, or construction
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven experience with both site delivery and commercial/project control
• Experience dealing directly with clients and contractors

• Comfortable on construction sites and with installation teams
• Strong decision-maker who can take control of situations
• Commercially aware with a focus on margin protection
• Proactive, accountable, and results-driven
• Strong communicator with both internal teams and clients