Senior Project Manager
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 19 Mar 2024
Salary:£45,585 to £48,350 with progression to £54,395 per annum with potential for market factor supplement
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 07 April 2024
Based within the Estates & Facilities Service, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join our Capital Team of Project Managers.
The Capital Team are an in-house service that is responsible for the design, development and management of capital development projects across the University. Our 50-acre Newcastle City Centre Campus is the hub of teaching, research and collaboration and we have a strong pipeline of projects that seek to respond to a number of key strategic priorities, including; a net zero carbon target of 2030 and ensuring our facilities enable high quality education and world class research. This role will play a significant part in providing a campus for the future.
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing building projects in the construction industry, this could be as a contractor, consultant or in a client-side role. You will oversee the supervision of the University’s major capital developments, as well as occasional long-term maintenance and improvement projects within the service. Project values range broadly and therefore your workload will be both varied and interesting.
The Senior Project Managers operate within a team of four, reporting to a Team Leader – James Adshead. There are five other team members across the Capital Team including Project Engineers / Project Surveyors and a Soft Landings Manager. Your role is based at our Newcastle city centre campus, with some occasional travel to offsite locations across the North East.
One of our most recent projects is the redevelopment of the Stephenson Building. Information on the project can be found in this link:
The Stephenson Building - Who we Are - Newcastle University (ncl.ac.uk)
Please reach out to James Adshead, Capital and Planning Manager on james.adshead@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a call to chat about this opportunity.
Please note: The University has funding available for any candidates who do not currently hold a valid CSCS card (Construction Safety Certification Scheme).
*Interviews will be held 23rd April 2024
Key Accountabilities
To lead capital projects through the RIBA Plan of Works schedule, ensuring project objectives are delivered throughout
Work in liaison across other teams within Estates and Facilities such as the Sustainability, Planning, Improvement and Maintenance Teams as well as key stakeholders across the University to develop a client brief and determine the optimum project and costs sufficient to allow the business case to be demonstrated and the project to be approved by the University Executive
Be responsible for the development of comprehensive programmes incorporating all key activities the through the design and construction process through to completion, commissioning and occupation (including soft landings)
Take financial responsibility for the project to ensure that timely payments are made and recorded and that expenditure is monitored regularly and reported to ensure that any threats / risks to completion of the project within budget are addressed as necessary
Be responsible for the overall management and associated reporting of projects. To include project progress, governance, finances, quality, risk management, health and safety and other key aspects of the project across University Committees and meetings including Steering groups, project meetings and other forums as required
Lead the procurement and appointment of architectural and engineering design teams, other specialist consultants, contractors and suppliers to oversee the development of the design and construction to ensure it fulfils the needs and expectations of stakeholders as well as functional, programme and cost requirements
Work in partnership with colleagues to specify, procure and deliver feasibility reports, options appraisals and impact assessments including external funding bids
Set up and manage third party relationships as appropriate with external stakeholders, tenants and landlords, local authorities, statutory authorities, funders, utility services and other agencies etc
Take responsibility for the client role as defined under the CDM Regulations and consult with other sections of the Estates and Facilities and the Principal Designer to ensure the organisation meets its requirements under all Health and Safety legislation
Implement and promote the use of Building Information Modelling throughout the design and build process and ensure that the electronic drawings and manuals are integrated into the existing Estates and Facilities data systems. Liaise with the BIM Manager
Direct and work alongside external consultant teams and University colleagues, including the Estates and Facilities Project Surveyor / Project Engineer, throughout the design and construction process and monitor and report progress during the project, to ensure the project is on programme and within budget
Liaise with client representatives and adjacent occupants to advise on the potential implications and disruption caused by the building programme and to implement and co-ordinate any actions to minimise disturbance
Contribute to the Post Occupancy Evaluation of completed projects between 1 and 2 years after Practical Completion. Work alongside the Estates and Facilities CDM / Soft Landings Manager
Undertake other duties as and when required by the Capital Manager
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of managing projects in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with design brief and contractual obligations with deadlines, changing priorities, quality requirements, budget and stakeholder management
Working knowledge of construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities within those
Solid understanding and experience of construction methods and technologies
An up-to-date knowledge of public procurement regulations
Up to date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation & contract law relating to building projects including Health & Safety
Proficient in the reading of drawings and technical specifications
Ability to organise time to manage conflicting priorities within a demanding workload
Experience of working in a team and stakeholders to support positive outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good IT skills with working knowledge of software packages, such as Microsoft Office packages
Attributes and Behaviour
Can demonstrate an ability to think flexibly, have sound judgement, use initiative, be proactive and adopt an active approach to problem solving
Comfortable working alongside senior colleagues to shape the project direction and programme including the negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
Ability to working on own initiative and as part of a team
Collaborative worker who builds on relationships with clients, colleagues, consultants, and contractors with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to promote “ownership” of decisions regarding colleagues and financial resources limited by the overall budget
Qualifications
Education to degree level, either in a relevant construction discipline, or with substantial equivalent professional experience in an estate development role
Desirable
Chartered member of an appropriate professional body
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 26846
Mar 19, 2024
Full time
Senior Project Manager
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 19 Mar 2024
Salary:£45,585 to £48,350 with progression to £54,395 per annum with potential for market factor supplement
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 07 April 2024
Based within the Estates & Facilities Service, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join our Capital Team of Project Managers.
The Capital Team are an in-house service that is responsible for the design, development and management of capital development projects across the University. Our 50-acre Newcastle City Centre Campus is the hub of teaching, research and collaboration and we have a strong pipeline of projects that seek to respond to a number of key strategic priorities, including; a net zero carbon target of 2030 and ensuring our facilities enable high quality education and world class research. This role will play a significant part in providing a campus for the future.
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing building projects in the construction industry, this could be as a contractor, consultant or in a client-side role. You will oversee the supervision of the University’s major capital developments, as well as occasional long-term maintenance and improvement projects within the service. Project values range broadly and therefore your workload will be both varied and interesting.
The Senior Project Managers operate within a team of four, reporting to a Team Leader – James Adshead. There are five other team members across the Capital Team including Project Engineers / Project Surveyors and a Soft Landings Manager. Your role is based at our Newcastle city centre campus, with some occasional travel to offsite locations across the North East.
One of our most recent projects is the redevelopment of the Stephenson Building. Information on the project can be found in this link:
The Stephenson Building - Who we Are - Newcastle University (ncl.ac.uk)
Please reach out to James Adshead, Capital and Planning Manager on james.adshead@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a call to chat about this opportunity.
Please note: The University has funding available for any candidates who do not currently hold a valid CSCS card (Construction Safety Certification Scheme).
*Interviews will be held 23rd April 2024
Key Accountabilities
To lead capital projects through the RIBA Plan of Works schedule, ensuring project objectives are delivered throughout
Work in liaison across other teams within Estates and Facilities such as the Sustainability, Planning, Improvement and Maintenance Teams as well as key stakeholders across the University to develop a client brief and determine the optimum project and costs sufficient to allow the business case to be demonstrated and the project to be approved by the University Executive
Be responsible for the development of comprehensive programmes incorporating all key activities the through the design and construction process through to completion, commissioning and occupation (including soft landings)
Take financial responsibility for the project to ensure that timely payments are made and recorded and that expenditure is monitored regularly and reported to ensure that any threats / risks to completion of the project within budget are addressed as necessary
Be responsible for the overall management and associated reporting of projects. To include project progress, governance, finances, quality, risk management, health and safety and other key aspects of the project across University Committees and meetings including Steering groups, project meetings and other forums as required
Lead the procurement and appointment of architectural and engineering design teams, other specialist consultants, contractors and suppliers to oversee the development of the design and construction to ensure it fulfils the needs and expectations of stakeholders as well as functional, programme and cost requirements
Work in partnership with colleagues to specify, procure and deliver feasibility reports, options appraisals and impact assessments including external funding bids
Set up and manage third party relationships as appropriate with external stakeholders, tenants and landlords, local authorities, statutory authorities, funders, utility services and other agencies etc
Take responsibility for the client role as defined under the CDM Regulations and consult with other sections of the Estates and Facilities and the Principal Designer to ensure the organisation meets its requirements under all Health and Safety legislation
Implement and promote the use of Building Information Modelling throughout the design and build process and ensure that the electronic drawings and manuals are integrated into the existing Estates and Facilities data systems. Liaise with the BIM Manager
Direct and work alongside external consultant teams and University colleagues, including the Estates and Facilities Project Surveyor / Project Engineer, throughout the design and construction process and monitor and report progress during the project, to ensure the project is on programme and within budget
Liaise with client representatives and adjacent occupants to advise on the potential implications and disruption caused by the building programme and to implement and co-ordinate any actions to minimise disturbance
Contribute to the Post Occupancy Evaluation of completed projects between 1 and 2 years after Practical Completion. Work alongside the Estates and Facilities CDM / Soft Landings Manager
Undertake other duties as and when required by the Capital Manager
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of managing projects in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with design brief and contractual obligations with deadlines, changing priorities, quality requirements, budget and stakeholder management
Working knowledge of construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities within those
Solid understanding and experience of construction methods and technologies
An up-to-date knowledge of public procurement regulations
Up to date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation & contract law relating to building projects including Health & Safety
Proficient in the reading of drawings and technical specifications
Ability to organise time to manage conflicting priorities within a demanding workload
Experience of working in a team and stakeholders to support positive outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good IT skills with working knowledge of software packages, such as Microsoft Office packages
Attributes and Behaviour
Can demonstrate an ability to think flexibly, have sound judgement, use initiative, be proactive and adopt an active approach to problem solving
Comfortable working alongside senior colleagues to shape the project direction and programme including the negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
Ability to working on own initiative and as part of a team
Collaborative worker who builds on relationships with clients, colleagues, consultants, and contractors with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to promote “ownership” of decisions regarding colleagues and financial resources limited by the overall budget
Qualifications
Education to degree level, either in a relevant construction discipline, or with substantial equivalent professional experience in an estate development role
Desirable
Chartered member of an appropriate professional body
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 26846
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry Cornwall South West Department: Build Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Plymouth, Devon Date Posted: 22.03.2024 We have a new opportunity for a Project Director to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Sherford site in Plymouth. As our Project Director you will be responsible for successful delivery of the overall project strategy to Plan and Enable Project 400 - the delivery of 400 homes per year across Sherford using our Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, and Countryside Homes brands. This will be achieved by working closely and in harmony with all key personal and will include placemaking as required to deliver the Sherford New Town development. Reporting into the Operations Director, the Project Director will oversee the design development and build process from first principles (outline design/infrastructure/utility diversion and design) though to project set-up, start on site, procurement selection, build management then movement onto maintenance. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Degree/NHC/HND in a Construction/Engineering/Planning related area. Relevant SHE experiences & training Experience in senior role within the construction, property development or housing industry in particular in mixed tenure and social housing formats. Large Infrastructure delivery Experience of leading major regeneration projects Experience in liaising and negotiating with a wide range of individuals and organisations including professional consultants, local authorities, Registered Providers/Clients involved in the development process. Excellent knowledge of the planning system and development process, design and technical issues relevant to house building and affordable housing contracts, commercial processes, sales processes and the post completion customer service approach. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and to lead and drive the development process. Proven ability to deliver projects on programme. Good knowledge of traditional and modern constructions methods. IT literate - Office 365 preferable Viewpoint / SharePoint Working with many stakeholders and cross-department collaboration. Contract Management. Highly literate and able to understand and interpret legal documentation. Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise. Able to work under own initiative, having good decision-making skills and a keen sense of responsibility. Excellent management and communication skills with the ability to proactively manage stakeholders across a large new town development contractors & consultants and the ability to deliver quality the project strategy within budget and programme timescales in a safe environment. Professional manner Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously. Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels. Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise. Thorough, with strong attention to detail Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships. Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels and positively motivate teams and individuals to deliver. Strong presentation skills Self-sufficient in terms of IT - proficient in MS Office programmes, and development software e.g. 4Projects, COINS Ability to delegate when required. Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the region and as required. Desirable - Professionally qualified or working towards a membership of a Professional Body Nebosh Construction Certificate or working towards. Consortium/JV arrangements Experience of all stages of development including legal, design and planning related activities. Problem resolution in a timely manner Regular 1:1 personnel review Performance managing staff More about the Project Director role Lead the integration of the commercial, technical, financial, sales, customer service elements on the project.Progress and deliver the planning and preconstruction elements of the project.Drive the progress of projects and mitigate against slippage to ensure delivery to agreed timescales.Maintain excellent communication with the business unit board, project team and internal stakeholders to ensure relevant information is correctly shared and circulated, and all actions are progressed in a timely manner.When required, organize, lead/ attend and minute client and /or internal project meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent Vistry Group at all times.Follow the internal process, ensuring all systems including Viewpoint (4Projects) are maintained with accurate information at all times.Resolve problems through collaboration with the project teams and colleagues and share learning to champion continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of schemes.Comply with all Group's policies including Health, Safety and Environmental policies.Any other task deemed necessary to the role.Develop, support and encourage Health & Safety best practice whilst ensuring compliance to Group H&S Policy & regulations. In your role, you will be responsible for SHEQ compliance 'off parcel' and in particular CDM Compliance and our Client and Principal Contractor responsibilities and duties.Clearly maintain and enforce HS&E standards as required and in accordance with the Company's SHE Policies to ensure the safety & welfare of the general public, staff and supply chain.Responsible for and oversees interface management while working closely with the Build teams, Infrastructure Contractor, and Consortium parties.Agrees and implements a common standard for 'off parcel areas' including site presentation, security, traffic & pedestrian
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Role overview ID: Entity: Vistry Region: Vistry Cornwall South West Department: Build Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time Job Location: Plymouth, Devon Date Posted: 22.03.2024 We have a new opportunity for a Project Director to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Sherford site in Plymouth. As our Project Director you will be responsible for successful delivery of the overall project strategy to Plan and Enable Project 400 - the delivery of 400 homes per year across Sherford using our Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, and Countryside Homes brands. This will be achieved by working closely and in harmony with all key personal and will include placemaking as required to deliver the Sherford New Town development. Reporting into the Operations Director, the Project Director will oversee the design development and build process from first principles (outline design/infrastructure/utility diversion and design) though to project set-up, start on site, procurement selection, build management then movement onto maintenance. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Degree/NHC/HND in a Construction/Engineering/Planning related area. Relevant SHE experiences & training Experience in senior role within the construction, property development or housing industry in particular in mixed tenure and social housing formats. Large Infrastructure delivery Experience of leading major regeneration projects Experience in liaising and negotiating with a wide range of individuals and organisations including professional consultants, local authorities, Registered Providers/Clients involved in the development process. Excellent knowledge of the planning system and development process, design and technical issues relevant to house building and affordable housing contracts, commercial processes, sales processes and the post completion customer service approach. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and to lead and drive the development process. Proven ability to deliver projects on programme. Good knowledge of traditional and modern constructions methods. IT literate - Office 365 preferable Viewpoint / SharePoint Working with many stakeholders and cross-department collaboration. Contract Management. Highly literate and able to understand and interpret legal documentation. Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise. Able to work under own initiative, having good decision-making skills and a keen sense of responsibility. Excellent management and communication skills with the ability to proactively manage stakeholders across a large new town development contractors & consultants and the ability to deliver quality the project strategy within budget and programme timescales in a safe environment. Professional manner Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously. Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels. Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise. Thorough, with strong attention to detail Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships. Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels and positively motivate teams and individuals to deliver. Strong presentation skills Self-sufficient in terms of IT - proficient in MS Office programmes, and development software e.g. 4Projects, COINS Ability to delegate when required. Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the region and as required. Desirable - Professionally qualified or working towards a membership of a Professional Body Nebosh Construction Certificate or working towards. Consortium/JV arrangements Experience of all stages of development including legal, design and planning related activities. Problem resolution in a timely manner Regular 1:1 personnel review Performance managing staff More about the Project Director role Lead the integration of the commercial, technical, financial, sales, customer service elements on the project.Progress and deliver the planning and preconstruction elements of the project.Drive the progress of projects and mitigate against slippage to ensure delivery to agreed timescales.Maintain excellent communication with the business unit board, project team and internal stakeholders to ensure relevant information is correctly shared and circulated, and all actions are progressed in a timely manner.When required, organize, lead/ attend and minute client and /or internal project meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent Vistry Group at all times.Follow the internal process, ensuring all systems including Viewpoint (4Projects) are maintained with accurate information at all times.Resolve problems through collaboration with the project teams and colleagues and share learning to champion continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of schemes.Comply with all Group's policies including Health, Safety and Environmental policies.Any other task deemed necessary to the role.Develop, support and encourage Health & Safety best practice whilst ensuring compliance to Group H&S Policy & regulations. In your role, you will be responsible for SHEQ compliance 'off parcel' and in particular CDM Compliance and our Client and Principal Contractor responsibilities and duties.Clearly maintain and enforce HS&E standards as required and in accordance with the Company's SHE Policies to ensure the safety & welfare of the general public, staff and supply chain.Responsible for and oversees interface management while working closely with the Build teams, Infrastructure Contractor, and Consortium parties.Agrees and implements a common standard for 'off parcel areas' including site presentation, security, traffic & pedestrian
Senior Project Manager Your new company Working for one of the largest organisations within the construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. They are growing massively in the market, winning projects worth up to 300 million. The sectors cover new facilities, prisons, refurbishments, and new houses. You will be part of an exciting team who are friendly and welcoming with a big impact on inclusion within the team. Working as the senior project manager, you will be part of the MEP team. As a senior project manager (MEP), you will: Enforce high standards of safety and quality on your site(s)Manage all resources, including labour, plant, materials, and supply chainLiaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliersPrepare and review technical specifications, drawings, calculations, and reportsSupervise and mentor junior engineers and techniciansEnsure compliance with all regulations and best practicesWork in mixed collaborative teams to deliver major projectsAdd value to projects through innovation and value managementHold the Principal Contractor responsibility under the CDM Regulations What we require: Knowledge of the prison or housing sector within project managementWorking on projects with a value of a millionTeam Management and client management skillsGood communication in a teamTo have enthusiasm when workingTo have previous experience in the building services sectorTo have experience working as a Senior Project manager. What you'll get in return A competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000 per year depending on experience. A generous package, including pension, healthcare, car allowance and bonus scheme. A supportive and friendly work environment. A range of training and development opportunitiesA chance to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects in the UK. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Feel free to call us on for an informal chat or to find out more. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Senior Project Manager Your new company Working for one of the largest organisations within the construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. They are growing massively in the market, winning projects worth up to 300 million. The sectors cover new facilities, prisons, refurbishments, and new houses. You will be part of an exciting team who are friendly and welcoming with a big impact on inclusion within the team. Working as the senior project manager, you will be part of the MEP team. As a senior project manager (MEP), you will: Enforce high standards of safety and quality on your site(s)Manage all resources, including labour, plant, materials, and supply chainLiaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliersPrepare and review technical specifications, drawings, calculations, and reportsSupervise and mentor junior engineers and techniciansEnsure compliance with all regulations and best practicesWork in mixed collaborative teams to deliver major projectsAdd value to projects through innovation and value managementHold the Principal Contractor responsibility under the CDM Regulations What we require: Knowledge of the prison or housing sector within project managementWorking on projects with a value of a millionTeam Management and client management skillsGood communication in a teamTo have enthusiasm when workingTo have previous experience in the building services sectorTo have experience working as a Senior Project manager. What you'll get in return A competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000 per year depending on experience. A generous package, including pension, healthcare, car allowance and bonus scheme. A supportive and friendly work environment. A range of training and development opportunitiesA chance to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects in the UK. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Feel free to call us on for an informal chat or to find out more. #
Award winning, UK multidisciplinary property consultancy are expanding their North West team. Project Manager/ Senior Project Manager (Consultancy) Liverpool, Merseyside £45,000-£55,000 salary + car allowance + excellent benefits + flexible working Are you a Project Manager seeking a role which enables you to work on a variety of projects with the North West region, with a clear line of progression? Your new company An award winning, UK multidisciplinary property consultancy, employing over 500 people nationwide. A collaborative organisation with a national presence. A business that is capable of maintaining an enviable client base spread across public and private sector markets; from worldwide recognised sporting and leisure entities to housing associations delivering projects across the globe. Service lines include; Surveying, Town Planning, Design, Engineering, Building service management, Health and Safety, Asset Management etc. This role will be an integral function for the Liverpool office and an opportunity to be part of the leadership team. Longer term opportunity for equity partnership at Director level in a lucrative business. They have adopted a hybrid work policy reporting 3 days a week in the office. Your new role Due to my clients continued success and development of the business, they are seeking to bolster their North West team with a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager (depending on experience) to work within their capital projects team, Apart of a fast paced multi-disciplinary consultancy office duties of the role include: • Outlining a clear brief with the client and assigning responsibilities of consultants and specialists, acting as a key point of contact • Ensuring feasibility of the project, coordinating site surveys, site investigation, site evaluation etc. • Managing cash flow forecasts and monitoring project expenditure throughout the full life cycle of the project • JCT and NEC contract administration • Reporting against the contract programme and providing updates to the client • Management of a multidisciplinary team ensuring the contractor's design is carried out to specification and in line with CDM regulations • Conduct pre-start, handover meetings and progress meetings throughout the assigned project The role of Project Manager/ Senior Project Manager will be integral within a busy team covering a multitude of different disciplines, you will work on prestigious projects from large industrial, education and residential schemes with multi - million £ contract values to smaller schemes. An example of the variety of projects include, student accommodation, listed building estates, commercial office refurbishments, NHS ward refurbishments etc. You will have access to working with an enviable client base including health trusts, housing providers, local authorities, schools/universities, contractors and developers. It is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to gain exposure to a variety of sectors not being pigeonholed into a specialism. Wokring across the North West offices (Liverpool and Manchester) they operate a hybrid work arrangement and projects are regionalised to the North West area. What you'll need to succeed The successful Quantity Surveyor must hold an RICS accredited degree and working towards their chartership. You must be a teamplayer, possess good communication skills and a strong work ethic. What you'll get in return My client understands that the business's most valuable assets are its people and have continued to be one of the top UK operating consultancies, by developing from within. Their is a clear route of progression and structured study support from a dedicated learning and development team as well as line manager help should you wish to progress down the RICS, CIOB, RIBA or MICE. Other key benefits include: Car Allowance 25 days holiday (options to buy and sell annual leave)Private HealthcareLife AssuranceIncome protectionPension- 6% Employer contributionProfessional subscriptions paid for and study support What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Award winning, UK multidisciplinary property consultancy are expanding their North West team. Project Manager/ Senior Project Manager (Consultancy) Liverpool, Merseyside £45,000-£55,000 salary + car allowance + excellent benefits + flexible working Are you a Project Manager seeking a role which enables you to work on a variety of projects with the North West region, with a clear line of progression? Your new company An award winning, UK multidisciplinary property consultancy, employing over 500 people nationwide. A collaborative organisation with a national presence. A business that is capable of maintaining an enviable client base spread across public and private sector markets; from worldwide recognised sporting and leisure entities to housing associations delivering projects across the globe. Service lines include; Surveying, Town Planning, Design, Engineering, Building service management, Health and Safety, Asset Management etc. This role will be an integral function for the Liverpool office and an opportunity to be part of the leadership team. Longer term opportunity for equity partnership at Director level in a lucrative business. They have adopted a hybrid work policy reporting 3 days a week in the office. Your new role Due to my clients continued success and development of the business, they are seeking to bolster their North West team with a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager (depending on experience) to work within their capital projects team, Apart of a fast paced multi-disciplinary consultancy office duties of the role include: • Outlining a clear brief with the client and assigning responsibilities of consultants and specialists, acting as a key point of contact • Ensuring feasibility of the project, coordinating site surveys, site investigation, site evaluation etc. • Managing cash flow forecasts and monitoring project expenditure throughout the full life cycle of the project • JCT and NEC contract administration • Reporting against the contract programme and providing updates to the client • Management of a multidisciplinary team ensuring the contractor's design is carried out to specification and in line with CDM regulations • Conduct pre-start, handover meetings and progress meetings throughout the assigned project The role of Project Manager/ Senior Project Manager will be integral within a busy team covering a multitude of different disciplines, you will work on prestigious projects from large industrial, education and residential schemes with multi - million £ contract values to smaller schemes. An example of the variety of projects include, student accommodation, listed building estates, commercial office refurbishments, NHS ward refurbishments etc. You will have access to working with an enviable client base including health trusts, housing providers, local authorities, schools/universities, contractors and developers. It is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to gain exposure to a variety of sectors not being pigeonholed into a specialism. Wokring across the North West offices (Liverpool and Manchester) they operate a hybrid work arrangement and projects are regionalised to the North West area. What you'll need to succeed The successful Quantity Surveyor must hold an RICS accredited degree and working towards their chartership. You must be a teamplayer, possess good communication skills and a strong work ethic. What you'll get in return My client understands that the business's most valuable assets are its people and have continued to be one of the top UK operating consultancies, by developing from within. Their is a clear route of progression and structured study support from a dedicated learning and development team as well as line manager help should you wish to progress down the RICS, CIOB, RIBA or MICE. Other key benefits include: Car Allowance 25 days holiday (options to buy and sell annual leave)Private HealthcareLife AssuranceIncome protectionPension- 6% Employer contributionProfessional subscriptions paid for and study support What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
About us Fulkers Bailey Russell are a dynamic, growth-focused construction consultancy, but we're not just about projects; we're about our impact, and our people. We are looking for Senior Cost Consultants to join our Quantity Surveying team, to lead in the delivery of diverse projects of various size, across the public and private sector - join us as we continue an exciting period of growth and change. Why Fulkers Bailey Russell? We are a Construction Consultancy that's big enough to handle the most challenging and exciting projects, yet small enough to foster a culture of genuine care for our employees - our 'Fulkers people'. We pride ourselves on a foundation built by our friendly, supportive, professional, and ambitious people, infusing these values into everything we do. As we skyrocket in business growth and success, our team has expanded by over 20% in the last 12 months alone! About you You are an experienced Cost Consultant, ready to join a dynamic and people-driven company on an exciting growth trajectory. As a Senior Cost Consultant, you will play a key role in overseeing the commercial aspects of a wide range of projects, from conception to completion. Collaborating closely with the Project Team, your mission is to ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining a high level of client satisfaction. Based in one of our vibrant offices and working on a Hybrid basis, you will also have the opportunity to mentor and support the professional development of Assistants and Surveyors. Responsibilities Oversee project measurements using Cost-X and BIM Oversee and produce cost plans, option studies, cash flow forecasts, value management reports, procurement reports, tender documents Undertake benchmarking activities and input costs into data bases. Research and review market data outputs and reports. Produce/input into risk registers, including costings. Oversee and contribute to production of bill of quantities/pricing documents. Oversee and produce tender evaluations and tender reports. Manage the negotiation of the contract, produce and collate contract documents. Organise and attend site visits and meetings with colleagues, clients, and other consultants. Oversee and produce Interim and final assessment of valuations. Manage the change control process. To provide the following if appointed as the contractor administrator: or employers agent: -Set up instructions (CAI) template and register/log. -Manage and support the project team on snagging inspections. -Production and issuing of the certificates in accordance with the building contract - sectional completion, practical completion, end of defects etc. -Carry out post contract administration duties in accordance with the building contract. Support Associate Directors with resource management, fee management and reporting. Undertake the production of fee bids with the support of the Bid Team and Associate Directors. Any other duties as reasonably required of the role. Longstanding relevant experience as a Cost Consultant/Quantity Surveyor, or Senior Quantity Surveyor. Ability to deliver larger and more complex projects through the whole project lifecycle. Excellent experience based technical/project knowledge. Generate new work through the management of client relations. Ability to analyse projects and report performance. Excellent knowledge of internal systems and processes in order to advise and guide others. Excellent knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety. Joining us at Fulkers Bailey Russell isn't just about being part of a great team-it's a thrilling journey packed with fantastic perks! We believe we are a great place to work and for people to develop their careers - we strive to satisfy the career aspirations of our people in a friendly, professional, environmentally and socially positive way. Here's what's on offer; Enjoy 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays), growing with an extra day after five years of service. An additional day off on your birthday. Health cover and benefits from day one and x 2 salary death in service coverage. Annual company bonus and salary review. A company pension. We cover membership fees for relevant professional bodies. Career development, chartership learning support and training opportunities to support your continuous growth Fulkers Bailey Russell is now a Certified B Corporation, meeting high standards of social and environmental performance. We're dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace - diversity in our team leads to creativity, innovation, and better business outcomes, and we promote equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Join us and be part of a team that values and celebrates diversity.
Mar 13, 2024
Full time
About us Fulkers Bailey Russell are a dynamic, growth-focused construction consultancy, but we're not just about projects; we're about our impact, and our people. We are looking for Senior Cost Consultants to join our Quantity Surveying team, to lead in the delivery of diverse projects of various size, across the public and private sector - join us as we continue an exciting period of growth and change. Why Fulkers Bailey Russell? We are a Construction Consultancy that's big enough to handle the most challenging and exciting projects, yet small enough to foster a culture of genuine care for our employees - our 'Fulkers people'. We pride ourselves on a foundation built by our friendly, supportive, professional, and ambitious people, infusing these values into everything we do. As we skyrocket in business growth and success, our team has expanded by over 20% in the last 12 months alone! About you You are an experienced Cost Consultant, ready to join a dynamic and people-driven company on an exciting growth trajectory. As a Senior Cost Consultant, you will play a key role in overseeing the commercial aspects of a wide range of projects, from conception to completion. Collaborating closely with the Project Team, your mission is to ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining a high level of client satisfaction. Based in one of our vibrant offices and working on a Hybrid basis, you will also have the opportunity to mentor and support the professional development of Assistants and Surveyors. Responsibilities Oversee project measurements using Cost-X and BIM Oversee and produce cost plans, option studies, cash flow forecasts, value management reports, procurement reports, tender documents Undertake benchmarking activities and input costs into data bases. Research and review market data outputs and reports. Produce/input into risk registers, including costings. Oversee and contribute to production of bill of quantities/pricing documents. Oversee and produce tender evaluations and tender reports. Manage the negotiation of the contract, produce and collate contract documents. Organise and attend site visits and meetings with colleagues, clients, and other consultants. Oversee and produce Interim and final assessment of valuations. Manage the change control process. To provide the following if appointed as the contractor administrator: or employers agent: -Set up instructions (CAI) template and register/log. -Manage and support the project team on snagging inspections. -Production and issuing of the certificates in accordance with the building contract - sectional completion, practical completion, end of defects etc. -Carry out post contract administration duties in accordance with the building contract. Support Associate Directors with resource management, fee management and reporting. Undertake the production of fee bids with the support of the Bid Team and Associate Directors. Any other duties as reasonably required of the role. Longstanding relevant experience as a Cost Consultant/Quantity Surveyor, or Senior Quantity Surveyor. Ability to deliver larger and more complex projects through the whole project lifecycle. Excellent experience based technical/project knowledge. Generate new work through the management of client relations. Ability to analyse projects and report performance. Excellent knowledge of internal systems and processes in order to advise and guide others. Excellent knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety. Joining us at Fulkers Bailey Russell isn't just about being part of a great team-it's a thrilling journey packed with fantastic perks! We believe we are a great place to work and for people to develop their careers - we strive to satisfy the career aspirations of our people in a friendly, professional, environmentally and socially positive way. Here's what's on offer; Enjoy 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays), growing with an extra day after five years of service. An additional day off on your birthday. Health cover and benefits from day one and x 2 salary death in service coverage. Annual company bonus and salary review. A company pension. We cover membership fees for relevant professional bodies. Career development, chartership learning support and training opportunities to support your continuous growth Fulkers Bailey Russell is now a Certified B Corporation, meeting high standards of social and environmental performance. We're dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace - diversity in our team leads to creativity, innovation, and better business outcomes, and we promote equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Join us and be part of a team that values and celebrates diversity.
House of Commons The House of Commons a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community. Staff Benefits In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%. Access to training and development. Flexible working. Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan. Introduction The Strategic Estates (SE) Team manages all property and engineering infrastructure across the Parliamentary Estate. The Estate consists of around 14 main buildings ranging from the historic Palace of Westminster to the modern Portcullis House, is located within a UNESCO World Heritage site, and spans 4 conservation areas. SE has an annual budget of several hundred £m, split between around 100 ongoing capital projects and operations, and has several multi-million refurbishment projects planned over the next decade to refurbish some historic buildings and replace ageing engineering infrastructure. The Health and Safety Team comprises a number of safety professionals who are collaborating closely with stakeholders across the estate to develop local arrangements aligned to ISO45001 and maintain compliance to the corporate safety management system. They also provide assurance to senior stakeholders that the system is appropriate, effective, implemented and compliant with the CDM Regulations. Systems must be proportional and appropriate for all services provided by the department, including construction and maintenance operations. The Role The post holder will be one of a team of health and safety business partners within the House of Commons safety team. The team and will report to the Senior Construction Safety Advisor. This is predominantly a business support role and will assisting in the development of effective arrangements across construction activities, including assurance. The role is essential given the number of projects and construction related maintenance undertaken simultaneously, the nature of work and the live environment in which work is carried out. This role may involve limited night and weekend working as projects and duties require as well as some on-call cover to provide safety support where significant incidents or events may affect the business of either House. This post does not have any line management responsibility but postholders will be required to support colleagues and assist with the professional development of others within the organisation and wider team. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Follow the principles of health and safety regulatory requirements and internal governance arrangements outlined in the Parliamentary Combined Health and Safety Policy and associated supplements. This also includes the Safety Centre of Excellence and the associated protocols, Local Arrangements and House policies, procedures and guidance relevant to your work. Conduct monitoring arrangements to support the discharge of applicable statutory duties e.g Health and Safety at Work Act etc. Compile evidence, reports & dashboards etc. describing how compliance obligations are met e.g (CDM 2015). Contribute to checks, audits and peer reviews, lessons learned, cost benefit, value engineering and other exercises being undertaken by colleagues, staff within other departments and external organisations as required. Skills and Experience Qualifications: NEBOSH General and Construction Certificates or equivalent. Tech IOSH, or similar and equivalent membership To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Planning and Organising - Experience of successfully managing a variety of safety issues and non-compliances, effectively adapting to changes in scope and project schedules or sudden events. Influencing and Persuading - Able to use a range of persuasive techniques to influence the behaviours of Senior Stakeholders, managers, staff, contractors and consultants to ensure their adherence to H&S policies and procedures etc. Communication - Experience of effectively explaining complex, technical verbal and written safety information and advice in a way that is understandable and meaningful to a range of lay and technical stakeholders and audiences with differing goals. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - Understands the need for working successfully within a team, whilst upholding the values of equality, diversity, and inclusion by: promoting an environment of mutual trust and respect building wide reaching collaborative relationships contributing to the common goal of making everyone feel valued and respected keeping all those working on and visiting the Estate safe Next Steps and Additional Information CV & Supporting Statement - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and supporting statement with a 500-word limit. More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description. Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.
Mar 13, 2024
Full time
House of Commons The House of Commons a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community. Staff Benefits In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%. Access to training and development. Flexible working. Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan. Introduction The Strategic Estates (SE) Team manages all property and engineering infrastructure across the Parliamentary Estate. The Estate consists of around 14 main buildings ranging from the historic Palace of Westminster to the modern Portcullis House, is located within a UNESCO World Heritage site, and spans 4 conservation areas. SE has an annual budget of several hundred £m, split between around 100 ongoing capital projects and operations, and has several multi-million refurbishment projects planned over the next decade to refurbish some historic buildings and replace ageing engineering infrastructure. The Health and Safety Team comprises a number of safety professionals who are collaborating closely with stakeholders across the estate to develop local arrangements aligned to ISO45001 and maintain compliance to the corporate safety management system. They also provide assurance to senior stakeholders that the system is appropriate, effective, implemented and compliant with the CDM Regulations. Systems must be proportional and appropriate for all services provided by the department, including construction and maintenance operations. The Role The post holder will be one of a team of health and safety business partners within the House of Commons safety team. The team and will report to the Senior Construction Safety Advisor. This is predominantly a business support role and will assisting in the development of effective arrangements across construction activities, including assurance. The role is essential given the number of projects and construction related maintenance undertaken simultaneously, the nature of work and the live environment in which work is carried out. This role may involve limited night and weekend working as projects and duties require as well as some on-call cover to provide safety support where significant incidents or events may affect the business of either House. This post does not have any line management responsibility but postholders will be required to support colleagues and assist with the professional development of others within the organisation and wider team. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Follow the principles of health and safety regulatory requirements and internal governance arrangements outlined in the Parliamentary Combined Health and Safety Policy and associated supplements. This also includes the Safety Centre of Excellence and the associated protocols, Local Arrangements and House policies, procedures and guidance relevant to your work. Conduct monitoring arrangements to support the discharge of applicable statutory duties e.g Health and Safety at Work Act etc. Compile evidence, reports & dashboards etc. describing how compliance obligations are met e.g (CDM 2015). Contribute to checks, audits and peer reviews, lessons learned, cost benefit, value engineering and other exercises being undertaken by colleagues, staff within other departments and external organisations as required. Skills and Experience Qualifications: NEBOSH General and Construction Certificates or equivalent. Tech IOSH, or similar and equivalent membership To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Planning and Organising - Experience of successfully managing a variety of safety issues and non-compliances, effectively adapting to changes in scope and project schedules or sudden events. Influencing and Persuading - Able to use a range of persuasive techniques to influence the behaviours of Senior Stakeholders, managers, staff, contractors and consultants to ensure their adherence to H&S policies and procedures etc. Communication - Experience of effectively explaining complex, technical verbal and written safety information and advice in a way that is understandable and meaningful to a range of lay and technical stakeholders and audiences with differing goals. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - Understands the need for working successfully within a team, whilst upholding the values of equality, diversity, and inclusion by: promoting an environment of mutual trust and respect building wide reaching collaborative relationships contributing to the common goal of making everyone feel valued and respected keeping all those working on and visiting the Estate safe Next Steps and Additional Information CV & Supporting Statement - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and supporting statement with a 500-word limit. More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description. Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.
House of Commons The House of Commons a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community. Staff Benefits In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%. Access to training and development. Flexible working. Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan. Introduction The Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team (PMST) maintains the Parliamentary Estate (Commons & Lords) buildings, engineering systems and furnishings in order to ensure a fully functioning, safe working environment for the many thousands of people for who work in and visit Parliament and ensure the buildings are equipped for the demands of the 21st century. PMST enable the key functions of Parliament to take place, working directly with other teams to support the important work of both Houses, including Security; Digital; Safety; Catering; Service Delivery and Strategic Estates. The Role You will be working within the Projects team of PMST, a department that consists of approximately 130 in-house staff supported by a range of contractors who maintain the estate. As part of PMST, the Projects function is focussed on: Asset Enhancements - Fabric related projects that enhance the estate, often for high profile internal clients who need high quality and dependable construction work. Asset Replacement & Renewal - Each part of our buildings and infrastructure is managed through its life cycle and the projects team focus on ensuring that they provide a continuous operational service when they are near the end of serviceable use. Engagement - Acting as the first and last point of contact between maintenance and larger capital projects delivered by both our colleagues within the strategic estate and the "Restoration and Renewal" Programme. As such we occupy a unique position, based in the heart of the Palace of Westminster and the hub of operations, we are involved with every construction project at each stage of its development across the estate. The PMST itself is undergoing a process of modernisation as we have recently re-structured and in light of the Restoration and Renewal Programme now planning what the processes of maintenance should be in the next 10-15 years. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Develop business cases to obtain project works authorisation, including costed options appraisal and scopes of work in compliance with parliamentary standards. Specify directly or with consultants, any modernisation, remedial or replacement works. Deliver project works by following parliamentary project governance, supervising resulting works contractors, undertaking periodic quality and safety inspections and providing quality assurance over the works. On completion of works, hand back the installation to the client & PMST obtaining all relevant record information for long term storage in the common data environment, provide requisite information to establish a maintenance plan and inform any derogations or augmentation to standard PPM. Produce metrics and reports to summarise progress and outcomes from projects. Act as technical stakeholder for PMST on larger capital works projects (e.g. office fit-outs, full refurbishment of listed buildings, utilities infrastructure, Restoration and Renewal of the Palace of Westminster). Comply with CDM, house safety rules and champion safe working in all circumstances. Skills and Experience Essential Criteria: Degree educated (or minimum equivalent NVQ Level 6) in Building Surveying or Civil Engineering. Demonstrable working knowledge of Health & Safety issues in a maintenance/construction environment including application of Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Has successfully managed from design to completion multiple programmes of building maintenance projects or a major project split into multiple packages, ideally in a live operating environment. Experience in managing ambiguity in a financial environment for project delivery with strong evaluation and decision-making skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly and build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Demonstrable experience of leading and driving process and other improvements, collecting and responding to feedback, innovating and delivering measurable results. Effective team leader, mentor and line manager, an advocate for diversity and inclusion, able to set effective team and individual objectives and monitor and manage progress against these. Next Steps and Additional Information CV & Supporting Statement - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and supporting statement with a 500-word limit. More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description.
Mar 13, 2024
Full time
House of Commons The House of Commons a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community. Staff Benefits In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%. Access to training and development. Flexible working. Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan. Introduction The Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team (PMST) maintains the Parliamentary Estate (Commons & Lords) buildings, engineering systems and furnishings in order to ensure a fully functioning, safe working environment for the many thousands of people for who work in and visit Parliament and ensure the buildings are equipped for the demands of the 21st century. PMST enable the key functions of Parliament to take place, working directly with other teams to support the important work of both Houses, including Security; Digital; Safety; Catering; Service Delivery and Strategic Estates. The Role You will be working within the Projects team of PMST, a department that consists of approximately 130 in-house staff supported by a range of contractors who maintain the estate. As part of PMST, the Projects function is focussed on: Asset Enhancements - Fabric related projects that enhance the estate, often for high profile internal clients who need high quality and dependable construction work. Asset Replacement & Renewal - Each part of our buildings and infrastructure is managed through its life cycle and the projects team focus on ensuring that they provide a continuous operational service when they are near the end of serviceable use. Engagement - Acting as the first and last point of contact between maintenance and larger capital projects delivered by both our colleagues within the strategic estate and the "Restoration and Renewal" Programme. As such we occupy a unique position, based in the heart of the Palace of Westminster and the hub of operations, we are involved with every construction project at each stage of its development across the estate. The PMST itself is undergoing a process of modernisation as we have recently re-structured and in light of the Restoration and Renewal Programme now planning what the processes of maintenance should be in the next 10-15 years. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Develop business cases to obtain project works authorisation, including costed options appraisal and scopes of work in compliance with parliamentary standards. Specify directly or with consultants, any modernisation, remedial or replacement works. Deliver project works by following parliamentary project governance, supervising resulting works contractors, undertaking periodic quality and safety inspections and providing quality assurance over the works. On completion of works, hand back the installation to the client & PMST obtaining all relevant record information for long term storage in the common data environment, provide requisite information to establish a maintenance plan and inform any derogations or augmentation to standard PPM. Produce metrics and reports to summarise progress and outcomes from projects. Act as technical stakeholder for PMST on larger capital works projects (e.g. office fit-outs, full refurbishment of listed buildings, utilities infrastructure, Restoration and Renewal of the Palace of Westminster). Comply with CDM, house safety rules and champion safe working in all circumstances. Skills and Experience Essential Criteria: Degree educated (or minimum equivalent NVQ Level 6) in Building Surveying or Civil Engineering. Demonstrable working knowledge of Health & Safety issues in a maintenance/construction environment including application of Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Has successfully managed from design to completion multiple programmes of building maintenance projects or a major project split into multiple packages, ideally in a live operating environment. Experience in managing ambiguity in a financial environment for project delivery with strong evaluation and decision-making skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly and build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Demonstrable experience of leading and driving process and other improvements, collecting and responding to feedback, innovating and delivering measurable results. Effective team leader, mentor and line manager, an advocate for diversity and inclusion, able to set effective team and individual objectives and monitor and manage progress against these. Next Steps and Additional Information CV & Supporting Statement - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and supporting statement with a 500-word limit. More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description.
Senior Associate – Health and Safety / CDM Consultant | Bromley / Hybrid | £65-75K + benefits
We are looking for someone to lead a small team delivering Construction Safety services to a range of clients across residential, education and MoD projects. You will be responsible for delivering the role of Principal Designer and CDM Advisor, undertaking site safety inspections and providing professional advice and guidance to ensure compliance with CDM 2015. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the construction safety consultancy sector, with good commercial awareness, business development and team leadership skills.
* NEBOSH Construction Certificate (minimum)
* TechIOSH +
* IMaPS or CMaPS status
* Excellent communication skills
This is a hybrid role with around 3 days per week based from Bromley, covering client sites across London and the south east. Salary range is £65-75K (including car allowance) + benefits and would suit someone looking to take a step up from a Senior / Principal Consultant role.
Want to find out more? Simply apply for the role and I’ll call you back to discuss – all applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Bryan & Armstrong Ltd is a specialist Health & Safety recruiter, supplying Health & Safety professionals on an interim and permanent basis across the following disciplines: Health & Safety, Health, Safety & Environment, SHEQ, CDM, Fire, Environmental, Quality Management and Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Systems
Feb 03, 2023
Permanent
Senior Associate – Health and Safety / CDM Consultant | Bromley / Hybrid | £65-75K + benefits
We are looking for someone to lead a small team delivering Construction Safety services to a range of clients across residential, education and MoD projects. You will be responsible for delivering the role of Principal Designer and CDM Advisor, undertaking site safety inspections and providing professional advice and guidance to ensure compliance with CDM 2015. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the construction safety consultancy sector, with good commercial awareness, business development and team leadership skills.
* NEBOSH Construction Certificate (minimum)
* TechIOSH +
* IMaPS or CMaPS status
* Excellent communication skills
This is a hybrid role with around 3 days per week based from Bromley, covering client sites across London and the south east. Salary range is £65-75K (including car allowance) + benefits and would suit someone looking to take a step up from a Senior / Principal Consultant role.
Want to find out more? Simply apply for the role and I’ll call you back to discuss – all applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Bryan & Armstrong Ltd is a specialist Health & Safety recruiter, supplying Health & Safety professionals on an interim and permanent basis across the following disciplines: Health & Safety, Health, Safety & Environment, SHEQ, CDM, Fire, Environmental, Quality Management and Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Systems
Our client are a highly respected regionally based house builder. They're well known & highly regarded for delivering high quality family homes in desirable locations. They've been delivering such for over 60 years and deliver circa 500 homes a year across the region.
They currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Design Manager (from an Architecture background) to join their regional business unit, in Lancashire.
Reporting to the approachable Divisional Director, you'll be supported by a resident engineer and a Technical Coordinator.
The expectation would be for you to advise and assist the residential team in the day-to-day management and planning activities including site construction issues, land viabilities, legal, technical, sales and contract enquiries. Provision of legal and technical advice.
Responsibilities would include;
Production, Review and approval of Deed Plans and Master Deed, dimensioning of contract Deed plans
Land Registry queries
Obtain and assist in the review of Management Charges
Review of technical /legal reports/agreements and providing advice to others including Senior Management.
Liaison with Consultants, Contractors, Local Authority and Planning Officers
Preparation of contract documents
Issue drawings relevant to the role
Keep senior management team updated on house type and detail changes.
Assist with preparation of health and safety documentation
Preparation and collation of details for the discharge of planning conditions, including the submission to local authority and ultimate approval of information
Preparation of documentation and CDM for adoptions
Provide assistance to the Divisional Development Director and Divisional Land Director where necessary for land enquiries/acquisitions
Production of land appraisal designs for prospective sites when and where required
Preparation and collation of technical information for planning application submissions, together with supportive house type information, site specific details and application documentation
Preparation, collation and sourcing of information for submission of building regulations application, together with achieving its approval.
Attend site progress and set up meetings where required.
To assist in all areas of the Development Department to ensure deadlines and programmes are achieved.
Registration of new sites with NHBC and Building Control, together with individual plot registrations.
Collation of information/ relating to NHBC red conditions and liaison with NHBC contacts.
Assisting site teams with required details and assistance.
Production of site specific details as required for each development, from site layout to supportive details, including entrance statements, materials layouts, site specific working drawings and boundary details
Reviewing and checking supplier design details for incorporation into house type production, including kitchen, stairs, floor and roof designs
Reviewing and resolving design discrepancies with supplier or Company design details where discovered
Collation and issue of site specification for each development, incorporating site specific technical and sales requirements.
Sourcing of and distributing site SAP details for each development, along with PEAs and sourcing EPCs including their distribution on completion
Collation of final plot production information, including sub-contractor certificates, together with submission to local authority for final plot sign off certification.
Uploading information onto Coins Accounting system.
Diary management.
Knowledge, skills and experience required:
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Autocad experience essential
Good knowledge of the current building regulations and NHBC Standards. Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise work.
Ability to review technical reports and identify abnormal constraints which may affect proposed development.
Identify cost effective solutions and liaise with relevant statutory bodies to achieve consent/technical approval.
Provide accurate and detailed reports.
For more info or to discuss in detail, please contact Kris Convery
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Our client are a highly respected regionally based house builder. They're well known & highly regarded for delivering high quality family homes in desirable locations. They've been delivering such for over 60 years and deliver circa 500 homes a year across the region.
They currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Design Manager (from an Architecture background) to join their regional business unit, in Lancashire.
Reporting to the approachable Divisional Director, you'll be supported by a resident engineer and a Technical Coordinator.
The expectation would be for you to advise and assist the residential team in the day-to-day management and planning activities including site construction issues, land viabilities, legal, technical, sales and contract enquiries. Provision of legal and technical advice.
Responsibilities would include;
Production, Review and approval of Deed Plans and Master Deed, dimensioning of contract Deed plans
Land Registry queries
Obtain and assist in the review of Management Charges
Review of technical /legal reports/agreements and providing advice to others including Senior Management.
Liaison with Consultants, Contractors, Local Authority and Planning Officers
Preparation of contract documents
Issue drawings relevant to the role
Keep senior management team updated on house type and detail changes.
Assist with preparation of health and safety documentation
Preparation and collation of details for the discharge of planning conditions, including the submission to local authority and ultimate approval of information
Preparation of documentation and CDM for adoptions
Provide assistance to the Divisional Development Director and Divisional Land Director where necessary for land enquiries/acquisitions
Production of land appraisal designs for prospective sites when and where required
Preparation and collation of technical information for planning application submissions, together with supportive house type information, site specific details and application documentation
Preparation, collation and sourcing of information for submission of building regulations application, together with achieving its approval.
Attend site progress and set up meetings where required.
To assist in all areas of the Development Department to ensure deadlines and programmes are achieved.
Registration of new sites with NHBC and Building Control, together with individual plot registrations.
Collation of information/ relating to NHBC red conditions and liaison with NHBC contacts.
Assisting site teams with required details and assistance.
Production of site specific details as required for each development, from site layout to supportive details, including entrance statements, materials layouts, site specific working drawings and boundary details
Reviewing and checking supplier design details for incorporation into house type production, including kitchen, stairs, floor and roof designs
Reviewing and resolving design discrepancies with supplier or Company design details where discovered
Collation and issue of site specification for each development, incorporating site specific technical and sales requirements.
Sourcing of and distributing site SAP details for each development, along with PEAs and sourcing EPCs including their distribution on completion
Collation of final plot production information, including sub-contractor certificates, together with submission to local authority for final plot sign off certification.
Uploading information onto Coins Accounting system.
Diary management.
Knowledge, skills and experience required:
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Autocad experience essential
Good knowledge of the current building regulations and NHBC Standards. Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise work.
Ability to review technical reports and identify abnormal constraints which may affect proposed development.
Identify cost effective solutions and liaise with relevant statutory bodies to achieve consent/technical approval.
Provide accurate and detailed reports.
For more info or to discuss in detail, please contact Kris Convery
Our client are a highly respected regionally based house builder. They're well known & highly regarded for delivering high quality family homes in desirable locations. They've been delivering such for over 60 years and deliver circa 500 homes a year across the region.
They currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Design Manager (from an Architecture background) to join their regional business unit, in Lancashire.
Reporting to the approachable Divisional Director, you'll be supported by a resident engineer and a Technical Coordinator.
The expectation would be for you to advise and assist the residential team in the day-to-day management and planning activities including site construction issues, land viabilities, legal, technical, sales and contract enquiries. Provision of legal and technical advice.
Responsibilities would include;
Production, Review and approval of Deed Plans and Master Deed, dimensioning of contract Deed plans
Land Registry queries
Obtain and assist in the review of Management Charges
Review of technical /legal reports/agreements and providing advice to others including Senior Management.
Liaison with Consultants, Contractors, Local Authority and Planning Officers
Preparation of contract documents
Issue drawings relevant to the role
Keep senior management team updated on house type and detail changes.
Assist with preparation of health and safety documentation
Preparation and collation of details for the discharge of planning conditions, including the submission to local authority and ultimate approval of information
Preparation of documentation and CDM for adoptions
Provide assistance to the Divisional Development Director and Divisional Land Director where necessary for land enquiries/acquisitions
Production of land appraisal designs for prospective sites when and where required
Preparation and collation of technical information for planning application submissions, together with supportive house type information, site specific details and application documentation
Preparation, collation and sourcing of information for submission of building regulations application, together with achieving its approval.
Attend site progress and set up meetings where required.
To assist in all areas of the Development Department to ensure deadlines and programmes are achieved.
Registration of new sites with NHBC and Building Control, together with individual plot registrations.
Collation of information/ relating to NHBC red conditions and liaison with NHBC contacts.
Assisting site teams with required details and assistance.
Production of site specific details as required for each development, from site layout to supportive details, including entrance statements, materials layouts, site specific working drawings and boundary details
Reviewing and checking supplier design details for incorporation into house type production, including kitchen, stairs, floor and roof designs
Reviewing and resolving design discrepancies with supplier or Company design details where discovered
Collation and issue of site specification for each development, incorporating site specific technical and sales requirements.
Sourcing of and distributing site SAP details for each development, along with PEAs and sourcing EPCs including their distribution on completion
Collation of final plot production information, including sub-contractor certificates, together with submission to local authority for final plot sign off certification.
Uploading information onto Coins Accounting system.
Diary management.
Knowledge, skills and experience required:
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Autocad experience essential
Good knowledge of the current building regulations and NHBC Standards. Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise work.
Ability to review technical reports and identify abnormal constraints which may affect proposed development.
Identify cost effective solutions and liaise with relevant statutory bodies to achieve consent/technical approval.
Provide accurate and detailed reports.
For more info or to discuss in detail, please contact Kris Convery
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Our client are a highly respected regionally based house builder. They're well known & highly regarded for delivering high quality family homes in desirable locations. They've been delivering such for over 60 years and deliver circa 500 homes a year across the region.
They currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Design Manager (from an Architecture background) to join their regional business unit, in Lancashire.
Reporting to the approachable Divisional Director, you'll be supported by a resident engineer and a Technical Coordinator.
The expectation would be for you to advise and assist the residential team in the day-to-day management and planning activities including site construction issues, land viabilities, legal, technical, sales and contract enquiries. Provision of legal and technical advice.
Responsibilities would include;
Production, Review and approval of Deed Plans and Master Deed, dimensioning of contract Deed plans
Land Registry queries
Obtain and assist in the review of Management Charges
Review of technical /legal reports/agreements and providing advice to others including Senior Management.
Liaison with Consultants, Contractors, Local Authority and Planning Officers
Preparation of contract documents
Issue drawings relevant to the role
Keep senior management team updated on house type and detail changes.
Assist with preparation of health and safety documentation
Preparation and collation of details for the discharge of planning conditions, including the submission to local authority and ultimate approval of information
Preparation of documentation and CDM for adoptions
Provide assistance to the Divisional Development Director and Divisional Land Director where necessary for land enquiries/acquisitions
Production of land appraisal designs for prospective sites when and where required
Preparation and collation of technical information for planning application submissions, together with supportive house type information, site specific details and application documentation
Preparation, collation and sourcing of information for submission of building regulations application, together with achieving its approval.
Attend site progress and set up meetings where required.
To assist in all areas of the Development Department to ensure deadlines and programmes are achieved.
Registration of new sites with NHBC and Building Control, together with individual plot registrations.
Collation of information/ relating to NHBC red conditions and liaison with NHBC contacts.
Assisting site teams with required details and assistance.
Production of site specific details as required for each development, from site layout to supportive details, including entrance statements, materials layouts, site specific working drawings and boundary details
Reviewing and checking supplier design details for incorporation into house type production, including kitchen, stairs, floor and roof designs
Reviewing and resolving design discrepancies with supplier or Company design details where discovered
Collation and issue of site specification for each development, incorporating site specific technical and sales requirements.
Sourcing of and distributing site SAP details for each development, along with PEAs and sourcing EPCs including their distribution on completion
Collation of final plot production information, including sub-contractor certificates, together with submission to local authority for final plot sign off certification.
Uploading information onto Coins Accounting system.
Diary management.
Knowledge, skills and experience required:
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Autocad experience essential
Good knowledge of the current building regulations and NHBC Standards. Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise work.
Ability to review technical reports and identify abnormal constraints which may affect proposed development.
Identify cost effective solutions and liaise with relevant statutory bodies to achieve consent/technical approval.
Provide accurate and detailed reports.
For more info or to discuss in detail, please contact Kris Convery
PERMANENT ROLE!! Head of Strategic Asset Management Pay Rate: £59,754- £64,866 per annum Security Clearance: DBS CV Deadline: 13/05/2022 16:00 Interview Process: TBC Start Date: 15/05/2022 PERMANENT ROLE!! Location: Bracknell - Home Flex/Agile Key Objectives of the role 1. To lead the Council’s approach to managing all its assets including time sensitive programming and management of redevelopment of all sites to support the delivery of the Council’s Transformation Programme ensuring that the Council’s assets are able to deliver the new ways of working and service design models of services for the Council, the community and public at large. 2. To lead and manage the re-procurement of commissioning a multi-disciple design team to design and deliver on behalf of the Council. 3. Managing the delivery of significant complex and multiple level construction projects across the Council taking decisions on the most appropriate method of delivery for each project. 4. To lead and manage the Construction and Maintenance teams which provide professional building services functions across all directorates within the Council. 5. To provide policy and performance support to the department. 6. To provide programme and project management support to other local councils and partner agencies to maximise income generation opportunities for the Council. 7. To provide advice and support to the Assistant Director: Property and associated corporate working groups The main duties and responsibilities of the post-holder are to: 1. To develop the Council’s policy for asset management and monitor the performance of its buildings. 2. To report and advise Directors, senior officers and Members across Directorates in the Council on all construction and technical related matters including taking decisions on types of construction methods and materials within the context of impact on programme/project delivery timescales and costs. 3. To lead and manage the Construction & Maintenance team in accordance with professional practice to deliver the Council’s objectives. 4. Set management objectives and allocate resources to ensure that the section meets its objectives, actions, performance indicators and budgets and manage its overall performance. 5. Contribute to the Departmental Management Team co-ordinating advice on divisional services, business planning and corporate policies to ensure the department is able to deliver practical and customer focussed services. 6. Appoint, lead and manage external consultants as when required in line with procurement processes. 7. Implement and enforce all relevant Health and Safety standards relating to construction. 8. Lead, manage, monitor and report on annual budgets of all capital projects: overall budget between £15m - £35m per annum, an annual repairs budget of £1m per annum and £3m schools and planned maintenance budget. 9. Oversee the management of building and building services maintenance, including: the timely completion of repairs and servicing in accordance with the building maintenance repairs and service contracts; managing the section’s computerised maintenance repairs and planned maintenance system; ensuring all repairs and servicing effected by contractors is in accordance with all Health and Safety Legislation; managing the issuing of works orders, ensuring they are in line with Bracknell Forest Council’s Procurement Procedures and the section’s QA procedures; the preparation and prioritising of maintenance programmes; specifying and administering appropriate works or programmes of works for reactive and planned maintenance; being responsible for the design of construction works, specifically in relation to maintenance projects. 10. To represent and deputise for the Assistant Director: Property at corporate officer meetings, relevant meetings with outside bodies and when required Member/Officer Working Groups and Committees. 11. Responsible for the safety and maintenance of designated properties and sites ensuring that these properties and sites are incompliance with all applicable regulations. Recommending and coordinating improvements to the properties and procedures as needed to ensure a safe, functional, and appealing space. Essential
BSc in building construction.
Full professional qualification eg MRICS, MCIOB.
Project management qualification, MAPM.
Experience of managing a multi-discipline team to provide all property related advice and undertake construction works from Inception to Completion working alongside consultants.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Proven experience of major capital programme management and budgets in excess of £30m with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects with key focus on delivery and quality.
Proven relationship management skills at all levels including Executive Directors, Assistant Directors and Executive Members. Proven ability to challenge and manage external contractors and clients.
Proven ability to develop relationships with partner agencies with a view to selling programme and project management services to other local Councils and partner agencies to maximise income generation opportunities. Proven ability to lead and manage a number of multi-disciplinary teams ensuring successful co-working in line with solution focused One Council approach to ensure successful management and delivery of major capital and Planned Maintenance projects which are critical to the Council’s delivery of its strategic Transformation Programme.
Proven experience and understanding project programme management methodologies and technology of managing large and complex projects including external partner contracts.
Strong understanding of contract law and procurement procedures of high value contracts.
Experience of managing major capital programmes and budgets in excess of £30m with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects with key focus on delivery and quality.
Managing the delivery of multi-million-pound capital projects: including effective financial monitoring and reporting. Authorising of financial transactions in accordance with Council’s approved scheme of delegation.
Ability to produce clear concise reports for senior managers / boards.
Sound and logical thinker with proven innovative approach to problem solving to overcome challenging situations and unexpected developments
Ability to chair meetings and inspire confidence among a wide range of service users.
Extensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including CDM and Asbestos Regs.
Oral communication skills to hold a contrary view in a meeting and explain technical issues to both Councillor or senior officer who has never encountered it before.
Intermediate level PC skills, including knowledge of Word, Excel and MS Project.
Understanding of and commitment to the requirements of safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Manage, supervise and appraise identified staff including, guidance and training and make decisions on the recruitment and allocation of staff resources, including client professional services consultants where appointed. Knowledge of one corporate landlord management and reporting.
Knowledge of procurement regulations.
Desirable
Experience of deputising for the Assistant Director to provide the senior management team advice on all property related issues.
Knowledge of Local Authority procedures.
Apr 22, 2022
Full time
PERMANENT ROLE!! Head of Strategic Asset Management Pay Rate: £59,754- £64,866 per annum Security Clearance: DBS CV Deadline: 13/05/2022 16:00 Interview Process: TBC Start Date: 15/05/2022 PERMANENT ROLE!! Location: Bracknell - Home Flex/Agile Key Objectives of the role 1. To lead the Council’s approach to managing all its assets including time sensitive programming and management of redevelopment of all sites to support the delivery of the Council’s Transformation Programme ensuring that the Council’s assets are able to deliver the new ways of working and service design models of services for the Council, the community and public at large. 2. To lead and manage the re-procurement of commissioning a multi-disciple design team to design and deliver on behalf of the Council. 3. Managing the delivery of significant complex and multiple level construction projects across the Council taking decisions on the most appropriate method of delivery for each project. 4. To lead and manage the Construction and Maintenance teams which provide professional building services functions across all directorates within the Council. 5. To provide policy and performance support to the department. 6. To provide programme and project management support to other local councils and partner agencies to maximise income generation opportunities for the Council. 7. To provide advice and support to the Assistant Director: Property and associated corporate working groups The main duties and responsibilities of the post-holder are to: 1. To develop the Council’s policy for asset management and monitor the performance of its buildings. 2. To report and advise Directors, senior officers and Members across Directorates in the Council on all construction and technical related matters including taking decisions on types of construction methods and materials within the context of impact on programme/project delivery timescales and costs. 3. To lead and manage the Construction & Maintenance team in accordance with professional practice to deliver the Council’s objectives. 4. Set management objectives and allocate resources to ensure that the section meets its objectives, actions, performance indicators and budgets and manage its overall performance. 5. Contribute to the Departmental Management Team co-ordinating advice on divisional services, business planning and corporate policies to ensure the department is able to deliver practical and customer focussed services. 6. Appoint, lead and manage external consultants as when required in line with procurement processes. 7. Implement and enforce all relevant Health and Safety standards relating to construction. 8. Lead, manage, monitor and report on annual budgets of all capital projects: overall budget between £15m - £35m per annum, an annual repairs budget of £1m per annum and £3m schools and planned maintenance budget. 9. Oversee the management of building and building services maintenance, including: the timely completion of repairs and servicing in accordance with the building maintenance repairs and service contracts; managing the section’s computerised maintenance repairs and planned maintenance system; ensuring all repairs and servicing effected by contractors is in accordance with all Health and Safety Legislation; managing the issuing of works orders, ensuring they are in line with Bracknell Forest Council’s Procurement Procedures and the section’s QA procedures; the preparation and prioritising of maintenance programmes; specifying and administering appropriate works or programmes of works for reactive and planned maintenance; being responsible for the design of construction works, specifically in relation to maintenance projects. 10. To represent and deputise for the Assistant Director: Property at corporate officer meetings, relevant meetings with outside bodies and when required Member/Officer Working Groups and Committees. 11. Responsible for the safety and maintenance of designated properties and sites ensuring that these properties and sites are incompliance with all applicable regulations. Recommending and coordinating improvements to the properties and procedures as needed to ensure a safe, functional, and appealing space. Essential
BSc in building construction.
Full professional qualification eg MRICS, MCIOB.
Project management qualification, MAPM.
Experience of managing a multi-discipline team to provide all property related advice and undertake construction works from Inception to Completion working alongside consultants.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Proven experience of major capital programme management and budgets in excess of £30m with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects with key focus on delivery and quality.
Proven relationship management skills at all levels including Executive Directors, Assistant Directors and Executive Members. Proven ability to challenge and manage external contractors and clients.
Proven ability to develop relationships with partner agencies with a view to selling programme and project management services to other local Councils and partner agencies to maximise income generation opportunities. Proven ability to lead and manage a number of multi-disciplinary teams ensuring successful co-working in line with solution focused One Council approach to ensure successful management and delivery of major capital and Planned Maintenance projects which are critical to the Council’s delivery of its strategic Transformation Programme.
Proven experience and understanding project programme management methodologies and technology of managing large and complex projects including external partner contracts.
Strong understanding of contract law and procurement procedures of high value contracts.
Experience of managing major capital programmes and budgets in excess of £30m with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects with key focus on delivery and quality.
Managing the delivery of multi-million-pound capital projects: including effective financial monitoring and reporting. Authorising of financial transactions in accordance with Council’s approved scheme of delegation.
Ability to produce clear concise reports for senior managers / boards.
Sound and logical thinker with proven innovative approach to problem solving to overcome challenging situations and unexpected developments
Ability to chair meetings and inspire confidence among a wide range of service users.
Extensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including CDM and Asbestos Regs.
Oral communication skills to hold a contrary view in a meeting and explain technical issues to both Councillor or senior officer who has never encountered it before.
Intermediate level PC skills, including knowledge of Word, Excel and MS Project.
Understanding of and commitment to the requirements of safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Manage, supervise and appraise identified staff including, guidance and training and make decisions on the recruitment and allocation of staff resources, including client professional services consultants where appointed. Knowledge of one corporate landlord management and reporting.
Knowledge of procurement regulations.
Desirable
Experience of deputising for the Assistant Director to provide the senior management team advice on all property related issues.
Knowledge of Local Authority procedures.
Technical Director – Façades - Cork
Mercury Hampton are working with a client who can deliver design, manufacture, and installation services for the complete building envelope, including aftercare and maintenance.
Based near Cork they are a long-established client and have carried out multiple projects across the Ireland & UK. Predominantly working in the commercial, residential, healthcare and education sectors.
THE ROLE
Your role will consist of: -
* As a member of the SMT, support the Managing Director with corporate governance and strategic management in all aspects of improving the business.
* Network and build rapport with industry decision makers (architects, consultants & main contractors) to become the key contact to assist with technical queries and provide expert opinion and knowledge.
* Provide support and guidance to the Estimating team by assisting them with technical design queries. Ensure they have suitable design drawings and concepts to submit with larger tenders.
* Attend tender interviews, to ensure you win contracts in line with financial targets.
* Attend further tender-related meetings on technical issues as required.
* Assist Estimating and provide technical input at handover meetings.
* In order to ensure continuity from tender stage through to design independence, attend initial Design Team meetings with client representatives, providing technical input and advice. Stay with this process until it can be seamlessly handed over to the appointed Design Manager and be available to attend further meetings on technical issues as reasonably required.
* When required take a lead role in a PCSA coordination process, providing design input and technical advice to all parties. Assist in building the PCSA programme with the Construction Team, monitor and issue appropriate progress reports to the client reps. During the life of the PCSA contract develop and build the full Technical Data Register (TDR) input the design elements into the Master Programme. With the end goal to win the final order, have a full TDR, design Drawings and full scope and programme information ready for incorporation into a building contract.
* Provide senior input into internal design briefing sessions and Project Design reviews
* Review drawings, red penning etc in a timely manner that aligns with the Project programme before they are issued.
* Provide full senior technical support and advisory for the Design Office, including leading on complex design issues.
* Provide technical support for Design Managers and Designers for questions on Fire regulations, Building Safety regulations etc
* Network with the external marketplace to identify and review any industry Design innovations (new or enhanced products etc)
* Proactively support the broader Group drive towards a design ‘Centre of Excellence’ approach, providing senior mentorship and guidance to the initiative and supporting the success of Collaboration projects
* Ensure CDM is implemented in the design and the designs comply with current regulations and standards
* Implement Measures within the Construction and Design Teams to submit technical data for approval on a project-by-project basis.
* Consideration of other strategies to reduce any associated costs, for example, lean design, standardisation, reduce mistakes, structural engineering
* Ensure that the CWCT, Product Information, NHBC, Building Regulations, BS EN Standards are kept up to date and accessible to all, request new / updates as is required.
* Develop a programme to introduce and maintain BIM across the entire business where relevant to our works.
* Adhere to the company Health & Safety policy and ensure full compliance with Health & Safety standards and regulations
THE PERSON
Qualifications/Education level:
* 15+ years’ experience of advanced level technical facades design work
* Master’s degree in design engineering/Facades/Architecture/CWCT Studies or overseas equivalent
Experience:
* Connected and active in the UK facades market ideally with existing relationships and contacts
* Proven technical coaching and mentoring skills
* Previous experience in a similar position from within the industry
Specific skills & Personal characteristics:
* High level presentation and tender leading experience
* A passion for innovative design
* The ability to prioritise work, within competing deadlines and use initiative in a variety of situations.
* Proactive with an eye for problem solving and continuous improvement
GET IN TOUCH
If you’re successful in getting the job, we guarantee that you are going to love it. Why? For every 100 people that we recruit, 96 are still with their company 12-months later, and 94 are still there 2-years later. That speaks for itself.
To apply, click on the apply button below, contact Will directly, or call the Mercury Hampton office on (phone number removed). We aim to respond to all successful applicants within seven working days. Either way, we may store your information on record but will always seek your approval via a GDPR email. This will enable us to share future career opportunities
Jan 21, 2022
Permanent
Technical Director – Façades - Cork
Mercury Hampton are working with a client who can deliver design, manufacture, and installation services for the complete building envelope, including aftercare and maintenance.
Based near Cork they are a long-established client and have carried out multiple projects across the Ireland & UK. Predominantly working in the commercial, residential, healthcare and education sectors.
THE ROLE
Your role will consist of: -
* As a member of the SMT, support the Managing Director with corporate governance and strategic management in all aspects of improving the business.
* Network and build rapport with industry decision makers (architects, consultants & main contractors) to become the key contact to assist with technical queries and provide expert opinion and knowledge.
* Provide support and guidance to the Estimating team by assisting them with technical design queries. Ensure they have suitable design drawings and concepts to submit with larger tenders.
* Attend tender interviews, to ensure you win contracts in line with financial targets.
* Attend further tender-related meetings on technical issues as required.
* Assist Estimating and provide technical input at handover meetings.
* In order to ensure continuity from tender stage through to design independence, attend initial Design Team meetings with client representatives, providing technical input and advice. Stay with this process until it can be seamlessly handed over to the appointed Design Manager and be available to attend further meetings on technical issues as reasonably required.
* When required take a lead role in a PCSA coordination process, providing design input and technical advice to all parties. Assist in building the PCSA programme with the Construction Team, monitor and issue appropriate progress reports to the client reps. During the life of the PCSA contract develop and build the full Technical Data Register (TDR) input the design elements into the Master Programme. With the end goal to win the final order, have a full TDR, design Drawings and full scope and programme information ready for incorporation into a building contract.
* Provide senior input into internal design briefing sessions and Project Design reviews
* Review drawings, red penning etc in a timely manner that aligns with the Project programme before they are issued.
* Provide full senior technical support and advisory for the Design Office, including leading on complex design issues.
* Provide technical support for Design Managers and Designers for questions on Fire regulations, Building Safety regulations etc
* Network with the external marketplace to identify and review any industry Design innovations (new or enhanced products etc)
* Proactively support the broader Group drive towards a design ‘Centre of Excellence’ approach, providing senior mentorship and guidance to the initiative and supporting the success of Collaboration projects
* Ensure CDM is implemented in the design and the designs comply with current regulations and standards
* Implement Measures within the Construction and Design Teams to submit technical data for approval on a project-by-project basis.
* Consideration of other strategies to reduce any associated costs, for example, lean design, standardisation, reduce mistakes, structural engineering
* Ensure that the CWCT, Product Information, NHBC, Building Regulations, BS EN Standards are kept up to date and accessible to all, request new / updates as is required.
* Develop a programme to introduce and maintain BIM across the entire business where relevant to our works.
* Adhere to the company Health & Safety policy and ensure full compliance with Health & Safety standards and regulations
THE PERSON
Qualifications/Education level:
* 15+ years’ experience of advanced level technical facades design work
* Master’s degree in design engineering/Facades/Architecture/CWCT Studies or overseas equivalent
Experience:
* Connected and active in the UK facades market ideally with existing relationships and contacts
* Proven technical coaching and mentoring skills
* Previous experience in a similar position from within the industry
Specific skills & Personal characteristics:
* High level presentation and tender leading experience
* A passion for innovative design
* The ability to prioritise work, within competing deadlines and use initiative in a variety of situations.
* Proactive with an eye for problem solving and continuous improvement
GET IN TOUCH
If you’re successful in getting the job, we guarantee that you are going to love it. Why? For every 100 people that we recruit, 96 are still with their company 12-months later, and 94 are still there 2-years later. That speaks for itself.
To apply, click on the apply button below, contact Will directly, or call the Mercury Hampton office on (phone number removed). We aim to respond to all successful applicants within seven working days. Either way, we may store your information on record but will always seek your approval via a GDPR email. This will enable us to share future career opportunities
We're working on a new Health & Safety opportunity for a client based in Bristol who would also be happy to look at a candidate based in Hampshire or Wiltshire to support the team in delivering Principal Designer and CDM Advisory services across the South West.
Our client is an established Building Consultancy who has seen an increased workload in Bristol and the surrounding counties. As a result they have begun looking into a long term resource to join the business as a Principal Designer or Senior CDM Consultant working on a range of projects across buildings and manufacturing.
CDM Advisory experience is crucial in the role, and whilst a Bristol base is preferred our client would be open to discussion location as home working measures are currently in place. This role comes with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. For more information on this role call Dominic on (phone number removed) or click apply
Nov 09, 2020
Permanent
We're working on a new Health & Safety opportunity for a client based in Bristol who would also be happy to look at a candidate based in Hampshire or Wiltshire to support the team in delivering Principal Designer and CDM Advisory services across the South West.
Our client is an established Building Consultancy who has seen an increased workload in Bristol and the surrounding counties. As a result they have begun looking into a long term resource to join the business as a Principal Designer or Senior CDM Consultant working on a range of projects across buildings and manufacturing.
CDM Advisory experience is crucial in the role, and whilst a Bristol base is preferred our client would be open to discussion location as home working measures are currently in place. This role comes with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. For more information on this role call Dominic on (phone number removed) or click apply
Our Client is a new build developer who is seeking a Development engineer to report directly into the Technical manager.
To advise and assist the residential team in the day to day and planned activities including site construction issues, land viabilities, legal, technical, sales and contract enquiries. Provision of legal and technical advice.
Day to day activities
* Management of tender processes relating to road and sewer contracts.
* Management of Section 38, 104 and 278 Agreements including plot drainage from start to adoption.
* Management of tender processes for land viability reports including site investigations, ecology, flood risk and transport statements.
* Review technical and legal reports/agreements and providing advice to other departments and senior management.
* Detailed reporting and estimating costs for constraints relating to land viabilities.
* Liaison with consultants, contractors, local authority engineers and planning officers.
* Preparation of contract documentation.
* Preparation of health and safety documentation
* Land remediation including discharge of NHBC red conditions.
* Assist in the provision of details to discharge planning conditions.
* Preparation of “as built” details and CDM documentation.
* Part M site level assessments and site layout review.
* Multi-utility contracts, MPAN registrations and calling off service connections.
* Progressing foundation designs and tender processes.
* Financial monitoring of tendered road and sewer contracts.
* Preparation of legal and construction pre-start meetings.
* Preparation of planning documents and discharge of planning conditions.
* Preparation of Health & Safety Documentation.
* Provide assistance to the Technical Manager and Land Manager where necessary for Land Enquiries/Acquisitions
Knowledge & Specific Job Skills
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise work.
* Solid technical and legal knowledge of road, sewer and SUDS requirements and approval processes.
* Ability to review technical reports and identify abnormal constraints which may affect proposed development.
* Identify cost effective solutions and liaise with relevant statutory bodies to achieve consent/technical approval.
* Estimate abnormal costs accurately.
* Provide accurate and detailed reports.
* Recognise and demonstrate the need for appropriate confidentiality.
* Motivated and flexible approach to new tasks and work.
* Ability to work well in a team and on my own where necessary.
Autocad Experience Desirable but not Essential
In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and plenty of opportunity for progression
Oct 27, 2020
Permanent
Our Client is a new build developer who is seeking a Development engineer to report directly into the Technical manager.
To advise and assist the residential team in the day to day and planned activities including site construction issues, land viabilities, legal, technical, sales and contract enquiries. Provision of legal and technical advice.
Day to day activities
* Management of tender processes relating to road and sewer contracts.
* Management of Section 38, 104 and 278 Agreements including plot drainage from start to adoption.
* Management of tender processes for land viability reports including site investigations, ecology, flood risk and transport statements.
* Review technical and legal reports/agreements and providing advice to other departments and senior management.
* Detailed reporting and estimating costs for constraints relating to land viabilities.
* Liaison with consultants, contractors, local authority engineers and planning officers.
* Preparation of contract documentation.
* Preparation of health and safety documentation
* Land remediation including discharge of NHBC red conditions.
* Assist in the provision of details to discharge planning conditions.
* Preparation of “as built” details and CDM documentation.
* Part M site level assessments and site layout review.
* Multi-utility contracts, MPAN registrations and calling off service connections.
* Progressing foundation designs and tender processes.
* Financial monitoring of tendered road and sewer contracts.
* Preparation of legal and construction pre-start meetings.
* Preparation of planning documents and discharge of planning conditions.
* Preparation of Health & Safety Documentation.
* Provide assistance to the Technical Manager and Land Manager where necessary for Land Enquiries/Acquisitions
Knowledge & Specific Job Skills
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise work.
* Solid technical and legal knowledge of road, sewer and SUDS requirements and approval processes.
* Ability to review technical reports and identify abnormal constraints which may affect proposed development.
* Identify cost effective solutions and liaise with relevant statutory bodies to achieve consent/technical approval.
* Estimate abnormal costs accurately.
* Provide accurate and detailed reports.
* Recognise and demonstrate the need for appropriate confidentiality.
* Motivated and flexible approach to new tasks and work.
* Ability to work well in a team and on my own where necessary.
Autocad Experience Desirable but not Essential
In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and plenty of opportunity for progression
Principal Designer - Senior CDM Consultant
One of the largest, well established construction consultancy in London and the UK are now looking to appoint a talented Principal Designer and Senior CDM professional to join their ever growing team of likeminded practitioners.
The company requires the Senior CDM Consultant to work on projects within various sectors including residential and commercial new build and refurb and fitout all within the South East area. A real chance to get involved with some extremely high valued projects and build an impressive portfolio to add to your achievements.
Responsibilities will include the preparation of F10 notifications, communicate pre-construction information and advise client on their compliance with CDM2015 regulation throughout.
The Successful Principal Designer / Senior CDM Consultant should hold the following:
IOSH membership - Tech or above
NEBOSH Construction/General Certificate
IMaPS - Association for Project Safety desirable
Ability to build client relationships with positive outcomes
Confident, client facing communicator with proven experience in similar role
The Package for the Principal Designer:
Basic Salary of up to £65,000 per annum
Car allowance
25 days holiday + Statutory
Company pension scheme
Fee related bonus scheme
Private Health Care (after 12 months)
Career development investment
Personal Accident cover, Life Assurance
Professional Membership subscription and Perkbox benefits subscription.
Cycle scheme, interest free season ticket loan
Oct 09, 2020
Full time
Principal Designer - Senior CDM Consultant
One of the largest, well established construction consultancy in London and the UK are now looking to appoint a talented Principal Designer and Senior CDM professional to join their ever growing team of likeminded practitioners.
The company requires the Senior CDM Consultant to work on projects within various sectors including residential and commercial new build and refurb and fitout all within the South East area. A real chance to get involved with some extremely high valued projects and build an impressive portfolio to add to your achievements.
Responsibilities will include the preparation of F10 notifications, communicate pre-construction information and advise client on their compliance with CDM2015 regulation throughout.
The Successful Principal Designer / Senior CDM Consultant should hold the following:
IOSH membership - Tech or above
NEBOSH Construction/General Certificate
IMaPS - Association for Project Safety desirable
Ability to build client relationships with positive outcomes
Confident, client facing communicator with proven experience in similar role
The Package for the Principal Designer:
Basic Salary of up to £65,000 per annum
Car allowance
25 days holiday + Statutory
Company pension scheme
Fee related bonus scheme
Private Health Care (after 12 months)
Career development investment
Personal Accident cover, Life Assurance
Professional Membership subscription and Perkbox benefits subscription.
Cycle scheme, interest free season ticket loan
Senior Health and Safety Consultant
A leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy based in London are seeking an experienced, highly accomplished Senior CDM Consultant who can deliver major CDM projects across the South East.
A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy with a high profile and a large property portfolio. The company offer a range of employee benefits to make sure that their staff feel valued and respected, offering growth and training programmes to push their employees to be the best they can possibly be.
This role is flexible and not office based so the ability to manage your own diary and meet deadlines is a must.
As the Senior CDM Consultant, you will be responsible for planning and managing all phases of the construction process, attend design meetings to identify foreseeable risks and advise the client of their CDM2015 compliance.
The Successful Senior Health and Safety Consultant
The successful Health and Safety / CDM Consultant should ideally hold the following:
CMIOSH or GradIOSH working towards Chartered status
Membership of Association of Project Safety is essential
Demonstrate a strong background of experience in Construction Health and Safety
Extensive knowledge of the CDM2015 & other Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
NEBOSH Construction and General Certifications
The Package of the Successful Senior Health and Safety Consultant:
Basic Salary of up to £70,000 per annum
Travel Allowances
Company matched pension scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Health Care Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, which includes counselling services and legal assistance
Oct 05, 2020
Full time
Senior Health and Safety Consultant
A leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy based in London are seeking an experienced, highly accomplished Senior CDM Consultant who can deliver major CDM projects across the South East.
A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy with a high profile and a large property portfolio. The company offer a range of employee benefits to make sure that their staff feel valued and respected, offering growth and training programmes to push their employees to be the best they can possibly be.
This role is flexible and not office based so the ability to manage your own diary and meet deadlines is a must.
As the Senior CDM Consultant, you will be responsible for planning and managing all phases of the construction process, attend design meetings to identify foreseeable risks and advise the client of their CDM2015 compliance.
The Successful Senior Health and Safety Consultant
The successful Health and Safety / CDM Consultant should ideally hold the following:
CMIOSH or GradIOSH working towards Chartered status
Membership of Association of Project Safety is essential
Demonstrate a strong background of experience in Construction Health and Safety
Extensive knowledge of the CDM2015 & other Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
NEBOSH Construction and General Certifications
The Package of the Successful Senior Health and Safety Consultant:
Basic Salary of up to £70,000 per annum
Travel Allowances
Company matched pension scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Health Care Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, which includes counselling services and legal assistance
Conrad Consulting are currently working with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Designer / CDM Consultant to join their successful team based on outskirts of South London.
This opportunity will cover projects at two of my clients office locations which include their South London and Hampshire offices. Candidates who are happy to split their work base across these offices are being considered.
This exciting position will see you working across a variety of busy and challenging projects across a variety of sectors including residential, mixed use, commercial and education.
They have a strong project portfolio and future pipeline which will result in the successful candidate getting detailed exposure to a highly diverse range of projects as well as having the chance to work with a market-leading and innovative business who has a strong track record of developing and retaining their staff.
This opportunity would be suited to an experienced Principal Designer / CDM Consultant with at least five year's + experience, who is looking to continue developing their existing skills in this busy hands-on opportunity.
Main responsibilities
You will keep up to date with all related CDM / Health and Safety matters relevant to the success of individual projects and the wider businesses interests
Attend all design meetings, site meetings and carry out site inspections as required
Preparation of pre-construction packs and all documentation as needed
Work collaboratively with colleagues, keeping them informed of any current or potential issues relating to projects
Liaise, communicate with a selection of clients, designers, contractors and senior management to offer advice and guidance on relevant CDM/Health and Safety issues
Assist in the preparation of health and safety /CDM documentation for contractors and other members of the team
Manage all allocated projects to the agreed project budgetary limits and timetables
Submit and monitor all invoices on projects under your responsibility
Mentor and assist junior members of the team
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Minimum of 5 year's + experience gained working in a Principal Designer position within the construction industry
Recent relevant experience of CDM / Health and safety issues
Relevant educational qualifications ie:(BSc, MSc, HNC, HND or similar) in a construction related field
NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent and good understanding of appropriate legislation
This is an excellent opportunity to join an attractive business and an exciting time, in return you will receive a competitive salary and good benefits package.
For more information or to apply, please send an up to date CV to Stuart at Conrad Consulting
Sep 09, 2020
Permanent
Conrad Consulting are currently working with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Designer / CDM Consultant to join their successful team based on outskirts of South London.
This opportunity will cover projects at two of my clients office locations which include their South London and Hampshire offices. Candidates who are happy to split their work base across these offices are being considered.
This exciting position will see you working across a variety of busy and challenging projects across a variety of sectors including residential, mixed use, commercial and education.
They have a strong project portfolio and future pipeline which will result in the successful candidate getting detailed exposure to a highly diverse range of projects as well as having the chance to work with a market-leading and innovative business who has a strong track record of developing and retaining their staff.
This opportunity would be suited to an experienced Principal Designer / CDM Consultant with at least five year's + experience, who is looking to continue developing their existing skills in this busy hands-on opportunity.
Main responsibilities
You will keep up to date with all related CDM / Health and Safety matters relevant to the success of individual projects and the wider businesses interests
Attend all design meetings, site meetings and carry out site inspections as required
Preparation of pre-construction packs and all documentation as needed
Work collaboratively with colleagues, keeping them informed of any current or potential issues relating to projects
Liaise, communicate with a selection of clients, designers, contractors and senior management to offer advice and guidance on relevant CDM/Health and Safety issues
Assist in the preparation of health and safety /CDM documentation for contractors and other members of the team
Manage all allocated projects to the agreed project budgetary limits and timetables
Submit and monitor all invoices on projects under your responsibility
Mentor and assist junior members of the team
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Minimum of 5 year's + experience gained working in a Principal Designer position within the construction industry
Recent relevant experience of CDM / Health and safety issues
Relevant educational qualifications ie:(BSc, MSc, HNC, HND or similar) in a construction related field
NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent and good understanding of appropriate legislation
This is an excellent opportunity to join an attractive business and an exciting time, in return you will receive a competitive salary and good benefits package.
For more information or to apply, please send an up to date CV to Stuart at Conrad Consulting
Conrad Consulting are currently working with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Designer / CDM Consultant to join their successful team based in Hampshire.
This exciting position will see you working across a variety of busy and challenging projects across a variety of sectors including residential, mixed use, commercial and education.
They have a strong project portfolio and future pipeline which will result in the successful candidate getting detailed exposure to a highly diverse range of projects as well as having the chance to work with a market-leading and innovative business who has a strong track record of developing and retaining their staff.
This opportunity would be suited to an experienced Principal Designer / CDM Consultant with at least five year's + experience, who is looking to continue developing their existing skills in this busy hands-on opportunity.
Main responsibilities
You will keep up to date with all related CDM / Health and Safety matters relevant to the success of individual projects and the wider businesses projects
Attend all design meetings, site meetings and carry out site inspections as required
Preparation of pre-construction packs and all documentation as needed
Work collaboratively with colleagues, keeping them informed of any current or potential issues relating to projects
Liaise, communicate with a selection of clients, designers, contractors and senior management to offer advice and guidance on relevant CDM/Health and Safety issues
Assist in the preparation of health and safety /CDM documentation for contractors and other members of the team
Manage all allocated projects to the agreed project budgetary limits and timetables
Submit and monitor all invoices on projects under your responsibility
Mentor and assist junior members of the team
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Minimum of 5 year's + experience gained working in a Principal Designer position within the construction industry
Recent relevant experience of CDM / Health and safety issues
Relevant educational qualifications ie:(BSc, MSc, HNC, HND or similar) in a construction related field
NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent and good understanding of appropriate legislationThis is an excellent opportunity to join an attractive business and an exciting time, in return you will receive a competitive salary and good benefits package.
For more information or to apply, please send an up to date CV to Stuart at Conrad Consulting
Sep 09, 2020
Permanent
Conrad Consulting are currently working with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Designer / CDM Consultant to join their successful team based in Hampshire.
This exciting position will see you working across a variety of busy and challenging projects across a variety of sectors including residential, mixed use, commercial and education.
They have a strong project portfolio and future pipeline which will result in the successful candidate getting detailed exposure to a highly diverse range of projects as well as having the chance to work with a market-leading and innovative business who has a strong track record of developing and retaining their staff.
This opportunity would be suited to an experienced Principal Designer / CDM Consultant with at least five year's + experience, who is looking to continue developing their existing skills in this busy hands-on opportunity.
Main responsibilities
You will keep up to date with all related CDM / Health and Safety matters relevant to the success of individual projects and the wider businesses projects
Attend all design meetings, site meetings and carry out site inspections as required
Preparation of pre-construction packs and all documentation as needed
Work collaboratively with colleagues, keeping them informed of any current or potential issues relating to projects
Liaise, communicate with a selection of clients, designers, contractors and senior management to offer advice and guidance on relevant CDM/Health and Safety issues
Assist in the preparation of health and safety /CDM documentation for contractors and other members of the team
Manage all allocated projects to the agreed project budgetary limits and timetables
Submit and monitor all invoices on projects under your responsibility
Mentor and assist junior members of the team
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Minimum of 5 year's + experience gained working in a Principal Designer position within the construction industry
Recent relevant experience of CDM / Health and safety issues
Relevant educational qualifications ie:(BSc, MSc, HNC, HND or similar) in a construction related field
NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent and good understanding of appropriate legislationThis is an excellent opportunity to join an attractive business and an exciting time, in return you will receive a competitive salary and good benefits package.
For more information or to apply, please send an up to date CV to Stuart at Conrad Consulting
Your new company My client is a leading multi-disciplinary construction and property consultancy. They provide a range of consultancy services that include building & quantity surveying, project management, architecture & master planning, civil & structural engineering, mechanical & electrical engineering, sustainability and health & safety. This company have a strong client base and repeat work, but also focus on new business as well to ensure they have consistent fees coming through the office, this is confirmed with a recent large project win with a large public sector body. As the Senior Building Surveyor, you will be the lead surveyor for refurbishment and new build projects for public and private clients across residential, commercial and education. This will include briefing Clients, design, co-ordinating consultants, specifying, cost advice, tendering, drafting contractual documents and contract administration. Your new role In the role of Building Surveyor you will be tasked and measured in the following; preparing tender documentation comprising schedule of work, producing CAD drawings/plans, overseeing tender procedures and evaluation of tenders, managing contracts and controlling expenditure within budget and time, carry out the duties of Principal Designer under the CDM Regulations 2015, undertake Building and Condition Surveys, carry out inspections of construction work, write specifications of work, carry out the duties of Contract Administrator, carry out the role of Surveyor under the Party Wall etc Act 1996 and undertake Property Title investigations. What you'll need to succeed In order to be considered for this role you will need to have the following; knowledge of Asbestos management duties, H&S legislation and CDM Regulations, experience in Management of Small to Medium sized projects, identifying building defects and preparing specifications, working knowledge of IT systems and software such as MS Project, Office, & AutoCAD and knowledge of the JCT forms of Contract. You will ideally be MRICS or close to taking your APC and being able to hold a DBS. What you'll get in return As part of the package for this role, you can expect a salary of up to £60k along with a 24 days holiday + bank holidays which goes up to 30 after time served, reimbursement for APC and professional examination costs, professional fees paid for, pension options and life assurance.
Sep 02, 2020
Full time
Your new company My client is a leading multi-disciplinary construction and property consultancy. They provide a range of consultancy services that include building & quantity surveying, project management, architecture & master planning, civil & structural engineering, mechanical & electrical engineering, sustainability and health & safety. This company have a strong client base and repeat work, but also focus on new business as well to ensure they have consistent fees coming through the office, this is confirmed with a recent large project win with a large public sector body. As the Senior Building Surveyor, you will be the lead surveyor for refurbishment and new build projects for public and private clients across residential, commercial and education. This will include briefing Clients, design, co-ordinating consultants, specifying, cost advice, tendering, drafting contractual documents and contract administration. Your new role In the role of Building Surveyor you will be tasked and measured in the following; preparing tender documentation comprising schedule of work, producing CAD drawings/plans, overseeing tender procedures and evaluation of tenders, managing contracts and controlling expenditure within budget and time, carry out the duties of Principal Designer under the CDM Regulations 2015, undertake Building and Condition Surveys, carry out inspections of construction work, write specifications of work, carry out the duties of Contract Administrator, carry out the role of Surveyor under the Party Wall etc Act 1996 and undertake Property Title investigations. What you'll need to succeed In order to be considered for this role you will need to have the following; knowledge of Asbestos management duties, H&S legislation and CDM Regulations, experience in Management of Small to Medium sized projects, identifying building defects and preparing specifications, working knowledge of IT systems and software such as MS Project, Office, & AutoCAD and knowledge of the JCT forms of Contract. You will ideally be MRICS or close to taking your APC and being able to hold a DBS. What you'll get in return As part of the package for this role, you can expect a salary of up to £60k along with a 24 days holiday + bank holidays which goes up to 30 after time served, reimbursement for APC and professional examination costs, professional fees paid for, pension options and life assurance.
Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Site Manager on behalf of a specialist utility services company who specialise in the project management, installation, service and maintenance of heat networks throughout the Uk.
The Senior Site Manager will be responsible for the management of all site activity that is carried out by the delivery team. This will include project planning and coordination, safety and compliance, quality control and liaison with clients and contractors to ensure the efficient delivery of multiple projects within agreed timescales.
This position will oversee up to 50 lives sites at any one time and therefore requires exceptional time management and organisation skills.
Role Description
* Responsible for daily management of all on-site works, ensuring Clients’ site teams and sub-contractors have clear communication & regular contact
* Drive site activity to ensure proactive equipment & commissioning engineer call-off. Maintain & share clear visibility of site programme / timings.
* Responsible for the quality of systems installed (by contractors) and commissioned, ensuring fully working systems the point of handover & escalation of snags.
* Work with the Delivery Administration Manager to ensure recharge process is followed internally and is agreed with Clients/Contractors.
* Maintain reports to monitor site progress and share weekly updates internally & with Clients.
* Responsible for CDM and health & safety of field team staff and sub-contractors.
* Responsible for writing Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) and ensuring controls are in place to reduce risk.
* Ensure field team hold appropriate qualifications & accreditations and comply with all Client/Site access, induction, and conduct requirements.
* Ensure regular toolbox talks are given to field-based engineers & records are maintained.
* Project manage on-site tasks and activities, including scheduling of site work, resource (equipment and staff) planning and timings (40+ live projects shared between Site Manager & Snr Site Manager)
* Build relationships with external construction stakeholders (clients, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants) and be a single point of contact (or escalation contact) for managing works on their developments.
* Update Clients on site progress, performance, financials and ensure project critical risks are escalated both to Clients & internally and with potential consequences stated clearly.
* Submit project close out review / handover for each site to the Operations Director. To include; lessons learned, sales order vs. invoiced data, site data pack, and opportunities to improve.
* Line manage, motivate, lead & develop the Site Manager and field-based engineers.
* Report KPI’s to continually improve team output & quality, robustly addressing underperformance.
* Manage the work of sub-contractors, ensuring quality control and that sub-contractors comply with company policies and practices on site.
* Assist the Operations Director in reviewing Delivery Team financial performance.
* Maintaining site activity forecast & completion records which feed monthly finance reports.
Skills & Attributes
* Extensive project management experience within construction market (PM qualification preferable)
* Demonstrable and extensive people management and leadership experience.
* Experience in a client facing role, working with housing developers, main contractors, sub-contractors.
* Qualified to degree / post-graduate level in a related subject is preferred but not essential.
* Solid commercial / financial understanding of construction projects.
* Good IT skills. Proficient in Windows systems including Excel and Word as a minimum (MS Project an advantage).
* Site Management CSCS card or ability to work towards.
* Good understanding of H&S requirements and CDM regulations.
* Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Be confident in leading & chairing large meetings.
* Be able to work to tight deadlines across multiple projects.
* Ensure good time management and record keeping.
Note:- Cornerstone Technical are acting as an employment agency
Jul 14, 2020
Permanent
Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Site Manager on behalf of a specialist utility services company who specialise in the project management, installation, service and maintenance of heat networks throughout the Uk.
The Senior Site Manager will be responsible for the management of all site activity that is carried out by the delivery team. This will include project planning and coordination, safety and compliance, quality control and liaison with clients and contractors to ensure the efficient delivery of multiple projects within agreed timescales.
This position will oversee up to 50 lives sites at any one time and therefore requires exceptional time management and organisation skills.
Role Description
* Responsible for daily management of all on-site works, ensuring Clients’ site teams and sub-contractors have clear communication & regular contact
* Drive site activity to ensure proactive equipment & commissioning engineer call-off. Maintain & share clear visibility of site programme / timings.
* Responsible for the quality of systems installed (by contractors) and commissioned, ensuring fully working systems the point of handover & escalation of snags.
* Work with the Delivery Administration Manager to ensure recharge process is followed internally and is agreed with Clients/Contractors.
* Maintain reports to monitor site progress and share weekly updates internally & with Clients.
* Responsible for CDM and health & safety of field team staff and sub-contractors.
* Responsible for writing Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) and ensuring controls are in place to reduce risk.
* Ensure field team hold appropriate qualifications & accreditations and comply with all Client/Site access, induction, and conduct requirements.
* Ensure regular toolbox talks are given to field-based engineers & records are maintained.
* Project manage on-site tasks and activities, including scheduling of site work, resource (equipment and staff) planning and timings (40+ live projects shared between Site Manager & Snr Site Manager)
* Build relationships with external construction stakeholders (clients, contractors, sub-contractors, consultants) and be a single point of contact (or escalation contact) for managing works on their developments.
* Update Clients on site progress, performance, financials and ensure project critical risks are escalated both to Clients & internally and with potential consequences stated clearly.
* Submit project close out review / handover for each site to the Operations Director. To include; lessons learned, sales order vs. invoiced data, site data pack, and opportunities to improve.
* Line manage, motivate, lead & develop the Site Manager and field-based engineers.
* Report KPI’s to continually improve team output & quality, robustly addressing underperformance.
* Manage the work of sub-contractors, ensuring quality control and that sub-contractors comply with company policies and practices on site.
* Assist the Operations Director in reviewing Delivery Team financial performance.
* Maintaining site activity forecast & completion records which feed monthly finance reports.
Skills & Attributes
* Extensive project management experience within construction market (PM qualification preferable)
* Demonstrable and extensive people management and leadership experience.
* Experience in a client facing role, working with housing developers, main contractors, sub-contractors.
* Qualified to degree / post-graduate level in a related subject is preferred but not essential.
* Solid commercial / financial understanding of construction projects.
* Good IT skills. Proficient in Windows systems including Excel and Word as a minimum (MS Project an advantage).
* Site Management CSCS card or ability to work towards.
* Good understanding of H&S requirements and CDM regulations.
* Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Be confident in leading & chairing large meetings.
* Be able to work to tight deadlines across multiple projects.
* Ensure good time management and record keeping.
Note:- Cornerstone Technical are acting as an employment agency