Joining Jacobs is more than just a career. We value and invest in our people and communities to foster growth and success. Our inclusive culture embraces diverse perspectives, building collaboration and trust to challenge the norm. Your ingenuity, diverse thinking, and experience will contribute to our ongoing success and help create a positive work environment. You'll deliver great work through your passion and expertise, in collaboration with diverse teams. About the Opportunity Jacobs have a number of exciting projects either at the procurement or construction stages which are to be procured under the NEC form of Contract. Opportunities exist within Transportation Project Services for senior and supporting roles to fulfil the role of NEC Project Manager including management of all contract processes, such as design acceptance, programme acceptance, management of early warnings and compensation events and payments. This is a huge civils project which offers a great opportunity to build your portfolio on one of Irelands most recent infrastructure projects. The role would suit someone from a civil engineering background with specific experience on highways/roads. This opportunity is based in Dublin - Ireland and is applicable to European professionals who are open to re-location. The NEC Project manager is responsible for Impartial contract administration. Any prospective candidates should have experience of: * Leading with a Collaborative nature: Engaging a team whilst generating a collaborative nature is a key component when advising clients on the procurement and operation of Contracts; candidates should have experience of working in this way. Lead project teams in supporting functions, including the Supervisor and their team who will oversee the compliance of the works with the Contract, cost controllers where‘open book’ audit is required, and planners for the analysis of Contractor programmes. * Scope Development: Experience in developing Scope and other Contract documentation in collaboration with Design teams is a must for any prospective candidates. Furthermore, assisting in tendering processes under relevant regulations would be desirable. * Pre-Contract Administration: Candidates should have experience in administering the contract as a manager and an agent of the Employer; this should include significant Understanding of the Works Information (NEC3) / Scope (NEC4). * Construction Phase Administration: Construction phase administration experience in terms of giving instructions to vary the works (Giving early warning of any risks or delays), the implementation of Compensation Events (CE’s) (including making assessments of CE’s – both time and cost) and responding to issues within the deadlines dictated by NEC is key to the successful completion of the role. Further, key experience should be in; the setting up of Contract Data, the auditing of Contractors accounts and records on Target Cost Contracts and the approval of Contractors submitted Programme. Experiencein assessment of the programme (understanding float, time risk allowances concurrency, logic links, Key Dates, programming software) and making decisions based on such is also desirable. The opportunities span the UK and Irish markets. They are predominantly in Highways and Rail, but with occasional support to other disciplines on occasion, particularly around the application of Jacobs NEC Professional Services Contracts. Here's What You'll Need: * Degree in civil engineering, construction or another built environment subject * Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional institution and Accredited NEC Project Manager or Supervisor (NECReg) * Ability to manage change and uncertainty while maintaining positive relationships with Clients, Contractors and internal teams and balance time, quality and cost to meet Client expectations * Experience of managing contractors, consultants and other advisors throughout large (at least £20 million construction value or equivalent) and complex construction projects, under NEC contracts. Why Jacobs? At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. With more than 45,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is akey focus area for Jacobs. 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