Senior Project Manager (Capital Works)

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager (Capital Works) to work with a local authority based in West London. This will be an interim position paying £400p/d Umbrella. My client is looking for someone who can manage the delivery of services in a timely and proactive way, to ensure that they are well coordinated, embed a culture of customer focus, innovation, drive continuous improvement and deliver value for money. Purpose Of The Role: The post holder is 1 of 2 Senior Project Manager (Capital Works) to support delivery of the activities within Capital Works Delivery to ensure best practices are followed, costs are controlled, and the department maximises its contribution to the council's strategic objectives. Lead on the efficient delivery of all construction related activities (predominantly RIBA work stages 4 - 6) including leading a team of staff on the day-to-day planning, supervision, direction and monitoring of construction operations, ensuring that projects (tasks) are delivered in a timely and sustainable manner, whilst achieving project targets and meeting customer expectations. Be accountable for construction activities particularly focused on ensuring projects are properly administered and delivered to the highest quality and standards, minimising disruption to residents and other stakeholders, whilst driving best value for the Council, leaseholders and other affected stakeholders. Prepare and present to internal and external stakeholders, timely, relevant and accurate reports on projects and/or the Investment Programmes. Promote and ensure sites follow good Project governance through the policies and procedures laid out by Council. Develop and maintain effective and productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and to promote and protect the reputation of the council whilst remaining customer focused and in line with the core policies and values. Deputise for the Senior Construction Manager and attend meetings as required. Ensure team members maintain excellent project (Task) related records of general administration, quality, financial, meeting minutes, variations, guarantees and warranties, drawings and the like and demand the same discipline from other project (Task) team members. To work closely with the Senior Construction Manager and Commercial and Quality Assurance Manager to ensure accurate reporting for team to consolidate month end performance and ensure programmes and costings are in line with forecasts. To be the 'key influence' in a robust decision making process and leader in the partnering ethos. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Responsibilities Develop and maintain systems, processes and documentation to ensure team members properly fulfil the role under the Term Partnering Agreements. Track and report on the progress of all Task Orders from Commencement Order through to rectification of defects, final account and handover to the Building Maintenance and Mechanical and Electrical teams. Record and present Service Provider KPI performance against the criteria defined in the KPI Handbook. Work collaboratively with the Service Provider to ensure minimum acceptable standards are achieved and performance is continuously improved Operational Responsibilities Lead and develop the team and ensure that the Senior Construction Manager is properly informed and involved as appropriate, through the provision of timely, relevant and accurate management information, guidance and reports. Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand risks and priorities for Tasks within the Investment Programme. Develop and implement clear objectives for the Client Representative Team members. Provide accurate and relevant management information for all aspects of the Construction phase, highlighting issues and engaging with internal and external stakeholders to resolve them. Escalate matters to the Senior Construction Manager and Commercial and Quality Manager as appropriate. Ensure that Task and Programme risks are properly analysed, and that timely action is taken to eliminate or mitigate as appropriate. Ensure that all works comply with the specified standards, quality, regulatory standards, legislation and best working practice. Ensure adherence to the requirements of the Partnering Agreement both the team and service providers. Represent the Council in all matters relating to any Task Order(s) by: - Fulfilling the functions described in the Partnering Terms and other Partnering Documents; Calling, organising, and attending Core Group meetings subject to an Early Warning Notice associated with any relevant Task Order(s); Contributing to the development and maintenance of systems, processes and documentation that will enable the efficient production of accurate reports for the Senior Construction Manager and Commercial and Quality Manager; Ensure the team members respond to any Service Provider notification of an agreed event giving rise to an extension of time and/or unavoidable work or expenditure, including any Service Provider's proposal to minimise adverse effects (in accordance with the Risk Register) within 20 Working Days. Ensure any time and cost consequences are responded to by Capital Works Delivery Team within 20 Working Days. Budget Responsibilities Delegated from Senior Construction Manager Staffing £15m Procurement £750k Title: Senior Project Manager (Capital Works) Rate: £400p/d Location: West London