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Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.  We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence. Our significant Property Portfolio represents a vibrant, valuable, and complex network of physical spaces that enable learning and teaching, research and innovation, support the student experience as well as our partnerships and engagement. The Property Services team has a strong reputation for providing a leading-edge planning and development consultancy that contributes to the success of the University of Auckland through the provision of high-quality physical environments. We build and service some of the largest and most complex buildings and construction projects in the country. Te Rautaki Tūāpapa, our new Estate Strategy to 2030, reinforces our commitment to sustainability and  provides a cohesive, future-focussed and coordinated approach to investment in, and management of, our physical environments throughout the University estate. Job Description The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi We have a fantastic opportunity for a senior level leader to join our Capital Works team as  Associate Director – Capital Works. You will be working across a wide and varied portfolio of projects successfully managing consultant teams focused on delivery of significant projects through to completion phase. Opportunities include working on specialist research facilities like the recently completed Space Institute in the Engineering School, high-tech teaching spaces like our Financial Lab and student accommodation upgrades right through to our much larger programme builds which include state of the art scientific and medical research facilities; teaching and learning facilities; or projects to support the student experience such as the new Recreation and Wellness Centre prominent on Symonds Street. This is a pivotal role with key accountability for the planning, resourcing, investigation and delivery of major capital works projects. Some key aspects and responsibilities include: Engaging and managing consultant design teams.   Leading internal and external project managers engaged on capital projects Stakeholder management across the University community and externally.  Ensuring the implementation of the University’s sustainability goals and meeting sustainability criteria identified for each project.  Project procurement including calling and evaluation of tenders, tender documents, adherence to standards and consents. Delivering exciting and cutting-edge design which talks to our place in Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa, and the Pacific region. Construction management including leading internal and external teams, monitoring and recording progress including financials whilst liaising with engineers, consultants, the planning team and other internal stakeholders. The development and implementing masterplans. Managing resourcing, investigations, project briefs, programmes, design reports and budget approvals. Strategic and Risk management. For more information please see  Position Description   and  Candidate Information Booklet About you | He kōrero mōu As an experienced leader, our ideal candidate will demonstrate a high-level ability to influence and communicate effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders. They will demonstrate cultural sensitivity, embrace diversity, and have the technical background to understand projects from multiple viewpoints and this will come from significant commercial and project management experience from a construction/architecture environment. They will operate with energy and passion and will demonstrate a collaborative approach where they partner closely with peers, value the needs of others and model best practice principals and behaviours. Teamwork, customer focus and negotiation skills are vital to the role. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven understanding of large-scale building programmes and large impact compliance works and those who can demonstrate an ability to think and act strategically to provide valuable input to achieve the best long-term outcomes. What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou We offer our staff more than just a job - we offer them an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world class organisation which provides staff with benefits and support throughout their lives and careers. We have a number of generous benefits that we believe will be important to you: We realise your time is important to you. We offer a range of leave entitlements, including  five weeks annual leave a year , and flexible working arrangements which allow for a greater work life balance. UoA staff have access to two  superannuation  plans, Kiwisaver and UniSaver New Zealand, with the University contributing  6.75% annually  towards UniSaver. Your happiness and wellbeing at work is important to us. We have a range of support programmes and benefits available to support health and wellbeing. Discounted health insurance and eye testing, flu jabs, a Recreation Centre on campus, as well as a new state of the art recreation centre being built right now.  Enjoy our beautiful park like grounds and take advantage of the facilities on offer  including childcare, parking, cafes, libraries etc. Additional Information How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono  This position will be advertised both internally and externally and is due to close on the  10th September 2023. Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above. Please reach out to Joshua Chapman j.chapman@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but  we do not accept applications by email. Equity The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to  www.equity.auckland.ac.nz The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit  www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

Vistry Partnerships - Our Story: Delivering homes and revitalising communities is at the heart of what we do. Working with local authorities, housing associations and investors, we create lasting partnerships and deliver vibrant, sustainable places to live. As a leading regeneration specialist, we have offices throughout England and a strong national footprint. With over 100 sites currently in production, we are recognised as an innovative and collaborative industry leader, focused on creating as many new homes of all tenures as possible. In a Nutshell: As our Defect Co-ordinator, you will provide an exceptional customer care service to all Vistry Partnerships London Clients in accordance with the guidelines specified within the associated contract conditions. You will ensure the attendance of all defects reported to Vistry Partnerships London contracts during each defect's liability period are completed within the stipulated timescales. You will inform all clients and their home buyers in accordance with KPIs as to the status of all reported defect issues. You will aid in securing the release of all monies held in retention upon each contract within the contractual requirements. What we would like from you: Key Responsibilities - Record defect issues immediately upon the Defects Management Database If doubt exists regarding the authenticity of the reported defect issue, contact the originator or tenant of the report to ascertain the providence of the reported issue, before sending the defect issue for action to the appropriate party. Arrange access appointments with client/contract administrators/tenants for VP London operatives and sub-contractors, where possible, and confirm appointments with all parties. Ensure that all Subcontractors and Directly Employed Operatives are attending to defects in accordance with the requirements of the companies "Code of Conduct". Chase sub-contractors regarding the status of the reported defect issue and required actions where applicable and issue notice to the subcontractor upon failure of attendance with contractual obligations. Update the database with the cause of each defect, date completed and ensuring defect trend analysis. Write to Contract Administrator/Client/Home Buyer on a weekly/fortnightly/monthly basis or as required by the contract to confirm the status of each reported defect (open, closed & abortive). Scan all signed "defect report sheets" and issue with the status report Issue defect reports to assigned subcontractor/VP London Customer Services Operative for completion within the time scales proscribed within the contract Ensure that the Contract Administrator, Client and the Clients Tenants are kept fully appraised of the status of each reported defects issue Issue, weekly, fortnightly and monthly status reports in confirmation of open, closed and abortive issues together with the appropriate objective evidence in confirmation of same Competencies - Experience of providing Customer Service Defects Management in a busy organisation. Experience of working with contractors and supply Chain Partners and monitoring of service standards Understanding of employer's requirements and working within KPI and service level agreements Proven experience of delivering excellent customer care and service in a large organisation Experience of complaints handling and follow up procedures Ability to work as part of a team but also have self-motivation to manage and be responsible for own workloads Ability to work well in a high pressurised environment Strong Work Ethic Time management Skills Show a willingness to receive constructive feedback and use it to grow Clear communication skills Collaborating and working well together with others Conflict management and resolution skills Positive Attitude Active Listener Working knowledge of MS Office Practical knowledge of NHBC, LABC & Premier Guarantee guidelines It would be desirable if the person had proficiency in Clixifix and 4 Projects. The Good Stuff: Vistry Partnerships is a fast paced and exciting place to work. We offer our employees multiple opportunities to learn, develop and nurture successful careers with us. Some of our key benefits include… Competitive salary and package 28 days holiday plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days Private Healthcare Sharesave scheme Company car, car allowance or travel allowance (role and geographic dependant) Support with a professional membership Vistry Group brings together the energy and talents of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships (formerly Galliford Try Partnerships). With developments from Northumberland to Cornwall and Cheshire to Norfolk, Vistry Group will be delivering around 12,000 homes a year across the country, this makes us one of the top five housebuilders in the UK. We are a real powerhouse of a business with a focus on delivering for our people, our customers, our clients, our contractors and our shareholders