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
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
Aug 21, 2023
Full time
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
Smith Bros. & Wilson (B.C.) Ltd.
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Are you looking for a change in your career? Exciting projects to work on? Would you like to move to Beautiful British Columbia, BC? Looking for sponsorship? Great Benefits for families! Very competitive compensation and bonus packages.
SBW has been in operation since 1897! We are looking for great people to join our diverse team of construction professionals as we grow.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Senior Superintendent plays an integral role to lead, organize, and manage all project construction teams and is accountable for the safety of all personnel in the field, actively monitoring the project within the approved schedules.
The Senior Superintendent manages all day-to-day project progress, with a focus on but not limited to, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Coaching & Mentoring, and overall Planning. This role reports directly to the General Superintendent and is in frequent communication with key stakeholders such as the subcontractors and site staff.
MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Site and Team Management
Interpret drawings and specifications to prepare a detailed preliminary plan to execute the project in conjunction with estimating and operations
Follow a detailed construction schedule and track the progress on site
Review the tender/construction schedules and tracks their progress on site
Motivate project teams and all stakeholders to complete their portion of the work safely, on time, and to an acceptable standard of quality
Monitor the progress on-site and initiate any corrective action required to ensure that all major milestone activities are completed on schedule
Establish and maintain a good working relationship with the client, the consultants, the subtrades, and regulatory authorities
Ensure the Project sites are clean, well-organized worksites with required site signage to ensure that a professional image is projected
Enforce SBW and OH&S standards in all aspects of each project
Risk Management
Develop and update Risk Plan Matrix in coordination with Project Manager
Develop and recommend major projects execution plans
Utilize advanced risk management strategies to mitigate risk
Team Leadership, Management, and Culture
Provide leadership to all parties working in the field by providing and modelling a high level of transparency, integrity and professionalism
Assemble key personnel for projects to maintain sustainable and successful project team relationships (big team).
Manage and collaborate with, Assistant Superintendent and other Field Staff
Lead the project team on construction methodology, procedures, and practices on an ongoing basis, with the General Superintendent
Mentor teams to expedite the resolution of any problems or conflicts that arise in such a way that neither their schedules nor level of quality for the projects is compromised
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
10-20 years’ experience as a supervisor
10 years’ experience Institutional Building Construction
Expert ability to read drawings and specifications and visualize the work.
Valid Driver’s License
Expert Scheduling skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong Mentoring & Coaching Skills
Safety Training i.e.. CSO or documented Safety courses, WHMIS
Conflict Resolution and Mediation Skills
Experience on projects such as:
Advanced complexity projects (i.e. hospitals)
Workforce of 100 to 200
Project schedule of 24+ months
Reply:
If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the above qualifications, please apply to our Superintendent posting on our job board OR send your resume to Human Resources careers@sbw.ca
Jan 20, 2023
Full time
Are you looking for a change in your career? Exciting projects to work on? Would you like to move to Beautiful British Columbia, BC? Looking for sponsorship? Great Benefits for families! Very competitive compensation and bonus packages.
SBW has been in operation since 1897! We are looking for great people to join our diverse team of construction professionals as we grow.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Senior Superintendent plays an integral role to lead, organize, and manage all project construction teams and is accountable for the safety of all personnel in the field, actively monitoring the project within the approved schedules.
The Senior Superintendent manages all day-to-day project progress, with a focus on but not limited to, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Coaching & Mentoring, and overall Planning. This role reports directly to the General Superintendent and is in frequent communication with key stakeholders such as the subcontractors and site staff.
MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Site and Team Management
Interpret drawings and specifications to prepare a detailed preliminary plan to execute the project in conjunction with estimating and operations
Follow a detailed construction schedule and track the progress on site
Review the tender/construction schedules and tracks their progress on site
Motivate project teams and all stakeholders to complete their portion of the work safely, on time, and to an acceptable standard of quality
Monitor the progress on-site and initiate any corrective action required to ensure that all major milestone activities are completed on schedule
Establish and maintain a good working relationship with the client, the consultants, the subtrades, and regulatory authorities
Ensure the Project sites are clean, well-organized worksites with required site signage to ensure that a professional image is projected
Enforce SBW and OH&S standards in all aspects of each project
Risk Management
Develop and update Risk Plan Matrix in coordination with Project Manager
Develop and recommend major projects execution plans
Utilize advanced risk management strategies to mitigate risk
Team Leadership, Management, and Culture
Provide leadership to all parties working in the field by providing and modelling a high level of transparency, integrity and professionalism
Assemble key personnel for projects to maintain sustainable and successful project team relationships (big team).
Manage and collaborate with, Assistant Superintendent and other Field Staff
Lead the project team on construction methodology, procedures, and practices on an ongoing basis, with the General Superintendent
Mentor teams to expedite the resolution of any problems or conflicts that arise in such a way that neither their schedules nor level of quality for the projects is compromised
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
10-20 years’ experience as a supervisor
10 years’ experience Institutional Building Construction
Expert ability to read drawings and specifications and visualize the work.
Valid Driver’s License
Expert Scheduling skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong Mentoring & Coaching Skills
Safety Training i.e.. CSO or documented Safety courses, WHMIS
Conflict Resolution and Mediation Skills
Experience on projects such as:
Advanced complexity projects (i.e. hospitals)
Workforce of 100 to 200
Project schedule of 24+ months
Reply:
If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the above qualifications, please apply to our Superintendent posting on our job board OR send your resume to Human Resources careers@sbw.ca
Our client is a pioneering real estate company dedicated to making a positive impact on local communities. They are a unique blend of advisors and developers, partnering with the UK's largest Local Authorities and Housing Associations as a Strategic Development Partner to revitalise aging housing estates. Their mission is to provide high-quality affordable homes while prioritising place-making and enhancing the end-user experience in every development. Role Overview: We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity to join our client's Development team, where innovation and transformation are at the core of their mission. As a specialist in estate regeneration, our client takes on challenging projects that bring about sustainable and profound changes for partners and residents. They focus on areas often overlooked by others, challenging conventional wisdom and proving that positive change is possible everywhere. Their approach centres on a citizen-centred model, with a strong emphasis on community building and social impact as essential performance indicators. Projects are meticulously designed and executed with the end user as the primary stakeholder. Key Responsibilities: As Senior Development Project Manager, you will play a lead role in partnership with public sector clients, leading the implementation and delivery of mixed-tenure housing-led schemes within a broader Place Shaping program. Your responsibilities will include: Managing development projects from inception through planning, construction, and stabilisation phases. Drive strategy, manage risk and lead strategic procurement. Evaluating new site opportunities and introductions. Coordinating and overseeing the professional team in collaboration with the Employers Agent. Effectively managing key stakeholders, including planners, neighbours, local communities, and third-party agencies. Maintaining and updating project appraisals. Adhering to specific timelines and financial targets. Managing project budgets and cash flow in coordination with the finance team. Overseeing and managing the construction process from procurement to completion. Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Investment, Finance, Asset Management, Design, and Strategy as project demands dictate. Managing and mentoring the Development Project Management team Required Experience: Bachelor s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Building Surveying. Proven experience in project management and successful scheme delivery. Solid experience with administering JCT Contracts. Strong collaborative skills with experience working in multidisciplinary teams. Ability to engage effectively with Clients, Consultants, and Key Stakeholders. If you are a property or construction professional looking to take the next step in your career or a seasoned Development / Project Manager eager for a new and impactful challenge, we invite you to join our client's innovative team. Your contributions will be instrumental in shaping vibrant communities and driving positive change.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Our client is a pioneering real estate company dedicated to making a positive impact on local communities. They are a unique blend of advisors and developers, partnering with the UK's largest Local Authorities and Housing Associations as a Strategic Development Partner to revitalise aging housing estates. Their mission is to provide high-quality affordable homes while prioritising place-making and enhancing the end-user experience in every development. Role Overview: We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity to join our client's Development team, where innovation and transformation are at the core of their mission. As a specialist in estate regeneration, our client takes on challenging projects that bring about sustainable and profound changes for partners and residents. They focus on areas often overlooked by others, challenging conventional wisdom and proving that positive change is possible everywhere. Their approach centres on a citizen-centred model, with a strong emphasis on community building and social impact as essential performance indicators. Projects are meticulously designed and executed with the end user as the primary stakeholder. Key Responsibilities: As Senior Development Project Manager, you will play a lead role in partnership with public sector clients, leading the implementation and delivery of mixed-tenure housing-led schemes within a broader Place Shaping program. Your responsibilities will include: Managing development projects from inception through planning, construction, and stabilisation phases. Drive strategy, manage risk and lead strategic procurement. Evaluating new site opportunities and introductions. Coordinating and overseeing the professional team in collaboration with the Employers Agent. Effectively managing key stakeholders, including planners, neighbours, local communities, and third-party agencies. Maintaining and updating project appraisals. Adhering to specific timelines and financial targets. Managing project budgets and cash flow in coordination with the finance team. Overseeing and managing the construction process from procurement to completion. Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Investment, Finance, Asset Management, Design, and Strategy as project demands dictate. Managing and mentoring the Development Project Management team Required Experience: Bachelor s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Building Surveying. Proven experience in project management and successful scheme delivery. Solid experience with administering JCT Contracts. Strong collaborative skills with experience working in multidisciplinary teams. Ability to engage effectively with Clients, Consultants, and Key Stakeholders. If you are a property or construction professional looking to take the next step in your career or a seasoned Development / Project Manager eager for a new and impactful challenge, we invite you to join our client's innovative team. Your contributions will be instrumental in shaping vibrant communities and driving positive change.
Finegreen are currently supporting a large NHS organisation in the appointment of an NHS Estates Project Manager this person will be manging minor works programme of circa 600m. Key responsibilities will include: Assist with the full range of duties in the implementation of building and engineering works as part of the Trusts Minor Capital Works Programme; Prepare/oversee designs for project works in accordance with NHS Health Technical Memorandum (HTMs) and Health Building Notes (HBNs), British Standards and all current legislation; Take the technical lead on identified issues related to the management of Estates, Building and Engineering works and providing accurate up to date advice as required; Develop and maintain systems and processes to promote a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting any concerns; Provide and receive complex information, communicate estates policy, technical information to senior managers, high level negotiations with contractors, consultant parties, local authority officers and other bodies; Leadership of a small project team, with the ability to undertake business cases from concept to delivery; The ideal candidate will have: Degree in Architecture, building surveying or construction project management; Demonstrate an understanding of HTMs and HBNs and how these are utilised in healthcare building design; Ability to utilise design and/or planning software packages e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Project, Asta Power Project etc.; Experience of working on healthcare projects, ideally for or within the NHS. If you are interested in the role, please contact Donna Larder on (phone number removed) or send your to (url removed)
Apr 24, 2024
Contract
Finegreen are currently supporting a large NHS organisation in the appointment of an NHS Estates Project Manager this person will be manging minor works programme of circa 600m. Key responsibilities will include: Assist with the full range of duties in the implementation of building and engineering works as part of the Trusts Minor Capital Works Programme; Prepare/oversee designs for project works in accordance with NHS Health Technical Memorandum (HTMs) and Health Building Notes (HBNs), British Standards and all current legislation; Take the technical lead on identified issues related to the management of Estates, Building and Engineering works and providing accurate up to date advice as required; Develop and maintain systems and processes to promote a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting any concerns; Provide and receive complex information, communicate estates policy, technical information to senior managers, high level negotiations with contractors, consultant parties, local authority officers and other bodies; Leadership of a small project team, with the ability to undertake business cases from concept to delivery; The ideal candidate will have: Degree in Architecture, building surveying or construction project management; Demonstrate an understanding of HTMs and HBNs and how these are utilised in healthcare building design; Ability to utilise design and/or planning software packages e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Project, Asta Power Project etc.; Experience of working on healthcare projects, ideally for or within the NHS. If you are interested in the role, please contact Donna Larder on (phone number removed) or send your to (url removed)
Your next role It's time for the next step. You've earned it. Apply Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to lead impactful initiatives? My Client are looking for a Head of ESG to join their team and make a difference! Reporting into the board, you'll be tasked with developing and implementing a comprehensive Sustainability Strategy and Action Plan. Your responsibilities will include: Identifying key themes and objectives for ESG initiatives, ensuring alignment with market expectations. Creating and delivering a corporate ESG strategy. Leading client events focused on ESG and sustainability strategies. Serving as the subject matter expert on ESG matters. Building and managing a dedicated ESG team. Collaborating with stakeholders to integrate ESG principles across the organization. Developing action plans and conducting cost-benefit analyses to inform decision-making. Providing input into business plans and capital expenditure strategies to enhance ESG performance. Ensuring compliance with ESG-related statutes and regulations. Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline, along with relevant professional qualifications. Demonstrable experience in delivering ESG strategies, preferably within property investment sectors. Strong communication and report writing skills. Strategic thinking and attention to detail. Ability to collaborate effectively and build rapport with stakeholders. If you're ready to drive sustainability initiatives and contribute to positive change, apply below. Annelies started with Oyster in 2022. She's fantastic at networking, takes it upon herself to seek out new people and connections, and carefully nurtures those relationships. When it comes to recruitment, your network is your greatest asset. Your ambition is our ambition. Your ambition is our ambition. Property & Real Estate Head of ESG London Up to £150,000 Per annum Permanent Your Contact Annelies Kruidenier Senior Consultant Asset Management & Investment Your next role It's time for the next step. You've earned it. Apply Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to lead impactful initiatives? My Client are looking for a Head of ESG to join their team and make a difference! Reporting into the board, you'll be tasked with developing and implementing a comprehensive Sustainability Strategy and Action Plan. Your responsibilities will include: Identifying key themes and objectives for ESG initiatives, ensuring alignment with market expectations. Creating and delivering a corporate ESG strategy. Leading client events focused on ESG and sustainability strategies. Serving as the subject matter expert on ESG matters. Building and managing a dedicated ESG team. Collaborating with stakeholders to integrate ESG principles across the organization. Developing action plans and conducting cost-benefit analyses to inform decision-making. Providing input into business plans and capital expenditure strategies to enhance ESG performance. Ensuring compliance with ESG-related statutes and regulations. Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline, along with relevant professional qualifications. Demonstrable experience in delivering ESG strategies, preferably within property investment sectors. Strong communication and report writing skills. Strategic thinking and attention to detail. Ability to collaborate effectively and build rapport with stakeholders. If you're ready to drive sustainability initiatives and contribute to positive change, apply below. Senior Consultant Asset Management & Investment Annelies Kruidenier Annelies started with Oyster in 2022. She's fantastic at networking, takes it upon herself to seek out new people and connections, and carefully nurtures those relationships. 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Apr 22, 2024
Full time
Your next role It's time for the next step. You've earned it. Apply Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to lead impactful initiatives? My Client are looking for a Head of ESG to join their team and make a difference! Reporting into the board, you'll be tasked with developing and implementing a comprehensive Sustainability Strategy and Action Plan. Your responsibilities will include: Identifying key themes and objectives for ESG initiatives, ensuring alignment with market expectations. Creating and delivering a corporate ESG strategy. Leading client events focused on ESG and sustainability strategies. Serving as the subject matter expert on ESG matters. Building and managing a dedicated ESG team. Collaborating with stakeholders to integrate ESG principles across the organization. Developing action plans and conducting cost-benefit analyses to inform decision-making. Providing input into business plans and capital expenditure strategies to enhance ESG performance. 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Property & Real Estate Head of ESG London Up to £150,000 Per annum Permanent Your Contact Annelies Kruidenier Senior Consultant Asset Management & Investment Your next role It's time for the next step. You've earned it. Apply Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to lead impactful initiatives? My Client are looking for a Head of ESG to join their team and make a difference! Reporting into the board, you'll be tasked with developing and implementing a comprehensive Sustainability Strategy and Action Plan. Your responsibilities will include: Identifying key themes and objectives for ESG initiatives, ensuring alignment with market expectations. Creating and delivering a corporate ESG strategy. Leading client events focused on ESG and sustainability strategies. Serving as the subject matter expert on ESG matters. Building and managing a dedicated ESG team. Collaborating with stakeholders to integrate ESG principles across the organization. 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More than 75,000 businesses across the world have made Sedex their trusted partner in creating a more socially and environmentally sustainable supply chain. From our platform's unrivalled data insights to our team's expert guidance, Sedex makes it easy for companies to manage, assess and report on sustainability performance. Our Vision is to be a leader in making global supply chains more socially and environmentally sustainable. Our Mission is to supply data-driven insight through the most accessible tools and services. We engage with companies and our community to continuously improve their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) outcomes. The role Sedex seeks a Managing Consultant to join the Consulting department. The Managing Consultant will take a leading role designing and delivering large sustainability projects. Project work will centre around sustainable sourcing programme design and execution, as well as support with related topics such as legislative compliance, human rights due diligence and the SDGs. The Consultant will take a key role in the scoping, designing, and budgeting of projects. There will be opportunities to support in brand building and outreach activities, such as webinars and conferences. Within Sedex the Managing Consultant will support the Head of Consulting and Principal Consultant with team growth and upskilling, relationship management and interdepartmental working. The role requires flexibility and agility as the Managing Consultant will likely work on multiple projects at once. There may be some international travel required. Key Responsibilities Mid- to large-size project leadership and delivery of projects on time, on budget, achieving excellent results for the client - remotely and on-site Manage consulting teams on multiple projects in a fast-paced and agile environment. Key role in business development, including solution design, project planning and budgeting and relationship management. Proactive networking and brand building, including producing thought leadership, representing Sedex at events and contributing to Sedex marketing Building and maintaining strong lasting relationships with Sedex membership and our clients Supporting consulting leadership with the identification and development of new products and services for clients, adapting to external changes (such as legislation) and pre-empting client needs Supporting consulting leadership with the upskilling and growth of the consulting team over time, including managing, coaching and training junior team members Knowledge, Skills & Experience 6 years+ experience in sustainability and business, including experience of: Sustainable supply chains/responsible sourcing - strategy, programme design and implementation Supply chain and commodity risk assessment Sustainability reporting and disclosures Legislative compliance Sustainability strategy Experience with downstream and own-operations human rights due diligence and corporate sustainability University degree, ideally at a Masters level or higher, in a sustainability-related discipline or relevant professional qualifications in supply chain or sustainability (e.g. CIPS) Thrives in an agile, fast-paced environment with a wide range of clients, projects and activities Experience coaching junior colleagues Working experience of environmental sustainability desirable Ideal candidate experience includes proven responsible sourcing programme design, sustainability reporting and disclosures experience - ideally with multi-national teams or clients Excellent working knowledge of international sustainability frameworks and conventions, such as the UNGPs, ETI base code, ILO Conventions and OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. Working knowledge of national and international sustainability due diligence legislation, such as Modern Slavery Acts, UFLPA, EU Directives and the German LkSG. Further ideal candidate experience includes strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence and confidently work with senior stakeholders and clients to build lasting relationships and achieve results Extensive project or programme management and leadership skills, particularly implementation, and the ability to guide project teams in an agile, fast-paced, multi-stakeholder context Strategic, top-down view of projects and commercial landscapes to identify the best client solutions, trends and results Proven record of successful business development, including relationship building, proactive networking and outreach, solution design and budgeting and contractual arrangements Support Consulting team leadership with the development of new solutions and products to meet client needs and challenges Contribute to brand building and growth, through development of marketing materials and thought leadership Intermediate-advanced user of excel or other data analytics tools preferred Additional language proficiency Our culture At Sedex, we are passionate about helping businesses become truly sustainable and ethical across their operations and supply chains. We believe that all people have the right to a safe workplace, where they are treated with respect and paid fair wages, free of harassment and discrimination. We strive to achieve these beliefs through inclusive behaviours that embody our values of being collaborative, responsible, transparent, quality driven and committed to service excellence. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and thrive at work - in every country, in everything we do, every day. We are focused on providing a culture characterised by inclusive everyday behaviours built on a foundation of respect and appreciation for diversity in all its forms. Privacy Policy Sedex is committed to protecting the privacy of its website users and members. Sedex uses any personal information you submit to us in accordance with this policy. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires us to ensure that any personal information you provide us is processed fairly and lawfully. 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Apr 19, 2024
Full time
More than 75,000 businesses across the world have made Sedex their trusted partner in creating a more socially and environmentally sustainable supply chain. From our platform's unrivalled data insights to our team's expert guidance, Sedex makes it easy for companies to manage, assess and report on sustainability performance. Our Vision is to be a leader in making global supply chains more socially and environmentally sustainable. Our Mission is to supply data-driven insight through the most accessible tools and services. We engage with companies and our community to continuously improve their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) outcomes. The role Sedex seeks a Managing Consultant to join the Consulting department. The Managing Consultant will take a leading role designing and delivering large sustainability projects. Project work will centre around sustainable sourcing programme design and execution, as well as support with related topics such as legislative compliance, human rights due diligence and the SDGs. The Consultant will take a key role in the scoping, designing, and budgeting of projects. There will be opportunities to support in brand building and outreach activities, such as webinars and conferences. Within Sedex the Managing Consultant will support the Head of Consulting and Principal Consultant with team growth and upskilling, relationship management and interdepartmental working. The role requires flexibility and agility as the Managing Consultant will likely work on multiple projects at once. There may be some international travel required. Key Responsibilities Mid- to large-size project leadership and delivery of projects on time, on budget, achieving excellent results for the client - remotely and on-site Manage consulting teams on multiple projects in a fast-paced and agile environment. Key role in business development, including solution design, project planning and budgeting and relationship management. Proactive networking and brand building, including producing thought leadership, representing Sedex at events and contributing to Sedex marketing Building and maintaining strong lasting relationships with Sedex membership and our clients Supporting consulting leadership with the identification and development of new products and services for clients, adapting to external changes (such as legislation) and pre-empting client needs Supporting consulting leadership with the upskilling and growth of the consulting team over time, including managing, coaching and training junior team members Knowledge, Skills & Experience 6 years+ experience in sustainability and business, including experience of: Sustainable supply chains/responsible sourcing - strategy, programme design and implementation Supply chain and commodity risk assessment Sustainability reporting and disclosures Legislative compliance Sustainability strategy Experience with downstream and own-operations human rights due diligence and corporate sustainability University degree, ideally at a Masters level or higher, in a sustainability-related discipline or relevant professional qualifications in supply chain or sustainability (e.g. CIPS) Thrives in an agile, fast-paced environment with a wide range of clients, projects and activities Experience coaching junior colleagues Working experience of environmental sustainability desirable Ideal candidate experience includes proven responsible sourcing programme design, sustainability reporting and disclosures experience - ideally with multi-national teams or clients Excellent working knowledge of international sustainability frameworks and conventions, such as the UNGPs, ETI base code, ILO Conventions and OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. Working knowledge of national and international sustainability due diligence legislation, such as Modern Slavery Acts, UFLPA, EU Directives and the German LkSG. Further ideal candidate experience includes strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence and confidently work with senior stakeholders and clients to build lasting relationships and achieve results Extensive project or programme management and leadership skills, particularly implementation, and the ability to guide project teams in an agile, fast-paced, multi-stakeholder context Strategic, top-down view of projects and commercial landscapes to identify the best client solutions, trends and results Proven record of successful business development, including relationship building, proactive networking and outreach, solution design and budgeting and contractual arrangements Support Consulting team leadership with the development of new solutions and products to meet client needs and challenges Contribute to brand building and growth, through development of marketing materials and thought leadership Intermediate-advanced user of excel or other data analytics tools preferred Additional language proficiency Our culture At Sedex, we are passionate about helping businesses become truly sustainable and ethical across their operations and supply chains. We believe that all people have the right to a safe workplace, where they are treated with respect and paid fair wages, free of harassment and discrimination. We strive to achieve these beliefs through inclusive behaviours that embody our values of being collaborative, responsible, transparent, quality driven and committed to service excellence. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and thrive at work - in every country, in everything we do, every day. We are focused on providing a culture characterised by inclusive everyday behaviours built on a foundation of respect and appreciation for diversity in all its forms. Privacy Policy Sedex is committed to protecting the privacy of its website users and members. Sedex uses any personal information you submit to us in accordance with this policy. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires us to ensure that any personal information you provide us is processed fairly and lawfully. 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Role for a Senior Engineer to step up into a Principal role at a well-established Building Services consultant Your new company It is a well established London practice which is growing rapidly due to new project wins. They primarily work on interesting commercial projects ranging from £8 - £20million MEP value and get a lot of repeat business from the quality of their work. They currently have around 40 staff with ambitions to grow further with career development high on their goals for the business. Their pipeline over the next half a year is very healthy, and they are keen to keep the growth going. They like to foster a good social culture in the office but are keen to help people with flexible working arrangements to accommodate a good work life balance. Your new role You will be working as either a Senior or Principal Engineer in the London office, coming in to help manage projects with a growing work load. They are ideally looking for an experienced Senior Engineer who is looking for a step-up to Principal who can then transition into an Associate role in the next 2 ish years. Ideally, you will be working with Revit and have experience within the commercial market. What you'll need to succeed You must be degree or HNC qualified and have at least 7 years experience within a consultancy setting working in Building Services. Candidates will ideally be Chartered, but if not, they are happy to support Engineers to get Chartered. You will ideally have worked on large scale commercial projects in the UK and been client facing in design team meetings. You will also have mentored and helped to progress more junior staff and must be able to maintain and enforce existing systems. What you'll get in return Flexible working options are available. A great opportunity to progress in your career and take on more responsibility. They will also offer a very competitive salary and benefits package based on experience. They offer great career progression and want to be promoting candidates regularly, so get into this company at a Senior level and there will be career progression all the way through to Associate/ Director level. 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 about your career. #
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Role for a Senior Engineer to step up into a Principal role at a well-established Building Services consultant Your new company It is a well established London practice which is growing rapidly due to new project wins. They primarily work on interesting commercial projects ranging from £8 - £20million MEP value and get a lot of repeat business from the quality of their work. They currently have around 40 staff with ambitions to grow further with career development high on their goals for the business. Their pipeline over the next half a year is very healthy, and they are keen to keep the growth going. They like to foster a good social culture in the office but are keen to help people with flexible working arrangements to accommodate a good work life balance. Your new role You will be working as either a Senior or Principal Engineer in the London office, coming in to help manage projects with a growing work load. They are ideally looking for an experienced Senior Engineer who is looking for a step-up to Principal who can then transition into an Associate role in the next 2 ish years. Ideally, you will be working with Revit and have experience within the commercial market. What you'll need to succeed You must be degree or HNC qualified and have at least 7 years experience within a consultancy setting working in Building Services. Candidates will ideally be Chartered, but if not, they are happy to support Engineers to get Chartered. You will ideally have worked on large scale commercial projects in the UK and been client facing in design team meetings. You will also have mentored and helped to progress more junior staff and must be able to maintain and enforce existing systems. What you'll get in return Flexible working options are available. A great opportunity to progress in your career and take on more responsibility. They will also offer a very competitive salary and benefits package based on experience. They offer great career progression and want to be promoting candidates regularly, so get into this company at a Senior level and there will be career progression all the way through to Associate/ Director level. 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 about your career. #
Building Surveyor opportunity with Academy Estate Consultants Building Surveyor/Project Manager Location : Billericay, Essex Remuneration: Starting salary £30,000 - £50,000 per annum. Annual bonus scheme. Car contribution. Holiday package: 22 days (+BH + Christmas closure). Progression unique to the role. Chartership support. Pension. Company social events. Business travel expenses paid. Salary sacrifice electric/hybrid car scheme. Salary sacrifice 'Cycle to work' scheme. Working hours: 8.30am - 5pm Start: Asap Hays is excited to be working in partnership with Academy Estate Consultants who are a privately owned Building Consultancy providing comprehensive professional services predominantly within the education sector. At Academy Estate Consultants you will join a culture focused on creating inspiring and sustainable spaces. The organisation thrives on building strong relationships by understanding the challenges their clients face, sharing their vision and helping them transform potential into reality. This is achieved with a focus on maximising efficiencies for their clients to save time and money. Due to ongoing success and growth, the Academy Estate team are looking to grow the professional Surveying and Project Management department by recruiting intermediate Surveyors/Project Managers to be responsible for the procurement and delivery of a vast array of construction, mechanical and electrical related projects. This includes (but not limited to): new build schemes, fire door renewals, cladding and window renewals, new heating and ventilation systems, new electrical distribution (power, general and emergency lighting), fire alarm renewals, laboratory refurbishments and drainage replacements. As an Intermediate Building Surveyor/Project Manager you will be responsible for the undertaking of typical project management, contract administration and employers' agent functions/duties predominantly on behalf of education clients. This will include producing feasibility studies and condition surveys, defect analysis, measured surveys, specification writing, contract administration and project delivery. As part of the role you will undertake site inspections, attend and chair meetings and provide progress reports including financial monitoring statements. Senior roles are available depending on experience and will include additional responsibilities. APC support and mentoring is offered for all surveyors looking to become MRICS qualified. As well as annual holiday entitlement and pension contributions, at Academy Estate Consultants you will receive a competitive salary, be part of an annual bonus scheme and enjoy staff socials events. To be successful for this role you will hold an RICS accredited Building Surveying degree (or similar) and have gained experience working within a Surveying consultancy environment. Experience gained working with education projects is preferred. Demonstrable experience within project management and contract administration is essential. You'll be motivated with a positive attitude and enjoy working with others. The role will be based in the office and will include visiting sites. You will need to be forward-thinking, adaptable and adopt a continual improvement mindset. A driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential and you will be required to live within commutable distance of Billericay, Essex. For more information about the role and organisation please contact Laura Kittle who is the retained consultant working in partnership with Academy Estate Consultants on . #
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Building Surveyor opportunity with Academy Estate Consultants Building Surveyor/Project Manager Location : Billericay, Essex Remuneration: Starting salary £30,000 - £50,000 per annum. Annual bonus scheme. Car contribution. Holiday package: 22 days (+BH + Christmas closure). Progression unique to the role. Chartership support. Pension. Company social events. Business travel expenses paid. Salary sacrifice electric/hybrid car scheme. Salary sacrifice 'Cycle to work' scheme. Working hours: 8.30am - 5pm Start: Asap Hays is excited to be working in partnership with Academy Estate Consultants who are a privately owned Building Consultancy providing comprehensive professional services predominantly within the education sector. At Academy Estate Consultants you will join a culture focused on creating inspiring and sustainable spaces. The organisation thrives on building strong relationships by understanding the challenges their clients face, sharing their vision and helping them transform potential into reality. This is achieved with a focus on maximising efficiencies for their clients to save time and money. Due to ongoing success and growth, the Academy Estate team are looking to grow the professional Surveying and Project Management department by recruiting intermediate Surveyors/Project Managers to be responsible for the procurement and delivery of a vast array of construction, mechanical and electrical related projects. This includes (but not limited to): new build schemes, fire door renewals, cladding and window renewals, new heating and ventilation systems, new electrical distribution (power, general and emergency lighting), fire alarm renewals, laboratory refurbishments and drainage replacements. As an Intermediate Building Surveyor/Project Manager you will be responsible for the undertaking of typical project management, contract administration and employers' agent functions/duties predominantly on behalf of education clients. This will include producing feasibility studies and condition surveys, defect analysis, measured surveys, specification writing, contract administration and project delivery. As part of the role you will undertake site inspections, attend and chair meetings and provide progress reports including financial monitoring statements. Senior roles are available depending on experience and will include additional responsibilities. APC support and mentoring is offered for all surveyors looking to become MRICS qualified. As well as annual holiday entitlement and pension contributions, at Academy Estate Consultants you will receive a competitive salary, be part of an annual bonus scheme and enjoy staff socials events. To be successful for this role you will hold an RICS accredited Building Surveying degree (or similar) and have gained experience working within a Surveying consultancy environment. Experience gained working with education projects is preferred. Demonstrable experience within project management and contract administration is essential. You'll be motivated with a positive attitude and enjoy working with others. The role will be based in the office and will include visiting sites. You will need to be forward-thinking, adaptable and adopt a continual improvement mindset. A driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential and you will be required to live within commutable distance of Billericay, Essex. For more information about the role and organisation please contact Laura Kittle who is the retained consultant working in partnership with Academy Estate Consultants on . #
Asset Project Officer x2 Salary: £34,206 FTE Location: Manchester - Agile 1x Part time - add 0.5 FTE 1x Full Time Closing Date: 26 th April 2024 Support our communities. See the difference you can make in our city. At One Manchester we are passionate about providing good quality homes, great services and real opportunities for customers and communities. We are more than just a landlord. We invest in new and existing homes, provide money advice and wellbeing, employment and training support and build strong partnerships to support inclusive growth. We have an exciting position available for two Asset Project Officer to join us! You'll support the effective delivery of One Manchester's major repairs programme and investment projects by undertaking a wide range duty to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. What we're looking for: Appropriate academic qualification such as a HNC in Building Surveying / Construction or willingness to work towards. Excellent verbal and written ability, strong presentation and interpersonal skills Extensive experience of operating within an Assets team Management of stakeholders (customers, contractors, consultants etc.) Highly numerate and IT literate and able to promote this ethos throughout the team Why take up the challenge with One Manchester? This really is a great place to work. We've bags of potential and have huge opportunities waiting to be unlocked. Supportive and flexible, we're rightly proud of our work and excited about the future. So, challenge yourself to be creative and ambitious and see the difference you can make in our great city. If this sounds like you then apply today, we'd love to hear from you! We own and manage over 12,000 homes in central, south and east Manchester. We have one purpose: to provide good quality homes, great services, and real opportunities for our customers and communities. Our role as a trusted Registered Provider of Social Housing goes well beyond putting people in safe and secure homes. That's not to say it's not one our key priorities, it's simply one of the many things we do to help our customers live happy and fulfilled lives. We put people at the heart of everything we do. We're constantly evolving as a business to ensure we're supporting our customers and communities. We focus on improving our communities by offering a range of services, including employment opportunities, building new developments, and ensuring our customers have safe homes to live in. In accordance with the aims of our Equality and Diversity strategy and organisational commitment to address the employment of underrepresented groups, One Manchester is operating 'the Rooney Rule'. This means that we aim to interview at least one ethnically diverse candidate for all roles. We will also interview at least one female candidate for all our roles within our trades and facilities teams where we experience an under representation. One Manchester strives for equality, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. We positively encourage applications for employment from eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are transitioning to a culture where agile working will be a feature of many of our roles. We also try to support and promote a culture of flexible working where possible and practical. If you are interested in a role but require flexibility or part time hours please give us a call and we can let you know if this can be considered for a particular role.
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Asset Project Officer x2 Salary: £34,206 FTE Location: Manchester - Agile 1x Part time - add 0.5 FTE 1x Full Time Closing Date: 26 th April 2024 Support our communities. See the difference you can make in our city. At One Manchester we are passionate about providing good quality homes, great services and real opportunities for customers and communities. We are more than just a landlord. We invest in new and existing homes, provide money advice and wellbeing, employment and training support and build strong partnerships to support inclusive growth. We have an exciting position available for two Asset Project Officer to join us! You'll support the effective delivery of One Manchester's major repairs programme and investment projects by undertaking a wide range duty to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. What we're looking for: Appropriate academic qualification such as a HNC in Building Surveying / Construction or willingness to work towards. Excellent verbal and written ability, strong presentation and interpersonal skills Extensive experience of operating within an Assets team Management of stakeholders (customers, contractors, consultants etc.) Highly numerate and IT literate and able to promote this ethos throughout the team Why take up the challenge with One Manchester? This really is a great place to work. We've bags of potential and have huge opportunities waiting to be unlocked. Supportive and flexible, we're rightly proud of our work and excited about the future. So, challenge yourself to be creative and ambitious and see the difference you can make in our great city. If this sounds like you then apply today, we'd love to hear from you! We own and manage over 12,000 homes in central, south and east Manchester. We have one purpose: to provide good quality homes, great services, and real opportunities for our customers and communities. Our role as a trusted Registered Provider of Social Housing goes well beyond putting people in safe and secure homes. That's not to say it's not one our key priorities, it's simply one of the many things we do to help our customers live happy and fulfilled lives. We put people at the heart of everything we do. We're constantly evolving as a business to ensure we're supporting our customers and communities. We focus on improving our communities by offering a range of services, including employment opportunities, building new developments, and ensuring our customers have safe homes to live in. In accordance with the aims of our Equality and Diversity strategy and organisational commitment to address the employment of underrepresented groups, One Manchester is operating 'the Rooney Rule'. This means that we aim to interview at least one ethnically diverse candidate for all roles. We will also interview at least one female candidate for all our roles within our trades and facilities teams where we experience an under representation. One Manchester strives for equality, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. We positively encourage applications for employment from eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are transitioning to a culture where agile working will be a feature of many of our roles. We also try to support and promote a culture of flexible working where possible and practical. If you are interested in a role but require flexibility or part time hours please give us a call and we can let you know if this can be considered for a particular role.
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. #
Apr 13, 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. #
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 7.5 hours per day). May be required to work occasional evenings and public holidays. Contract: Permanent Salary: In range of £58,000 per annum Location: London, E8 4DG Our client, Peter Bedford Housing Association (PBHA), is a housing association with charitable aims that create positive change in people's lives. As well as homes and support, they empower people to learn, access work and discover their creative talents. Based mainly in Hackney, Islington, and Newham, they work with people who are homeless, have mental ill health, learning difficulties and multiple needs. PBHA work enables people to move on and lead independent lives. PBHA are committed to an asset based and psychologically informed approach to their work. Mutual support, participation and personal development for both staff and service users are key to this. The role: Reporting to the CEO, the Head of Property and Development will oversee the provision of high-quality asset management and repair services in-line with PBHA values and strategic objectives. Working closely with the Director of Services, the successful candidate will aid in the identification, management and acquisition of opportunities that will enable PBHA's strategic growth. The role will help to ensure that PBHA's work, and homes, meet building standards, health and safety obligations, regulatory framework, and will always provide a high-quality service to PBHA tenants. Key duties and responsibilities: Spearhead line-management of PBHA's Property and Development Team through performance management and handling employee relations issues if necessary. Organise and coordinate work programmes. Lead Housing Development programmes ensuring compliance with building standards, health and safety and regulatory requirements. Participate in the recruitment, selection, induction and onboarding of team members. Participate in on-call rota and respond appropriately to out of hours incidents. Provide strategic and operational direction to enhance the long-term management and investment objectives of the property portfolio. Ensure PBHA's assets are surveyed and data records are established and upheld to monitor property condition. Oversee and manage stock improvement and maintenance programmes, ensuring that they meet service standards and agreed budgets. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, present to Board and Services Committee, offering recommendations in accordance with the Asset Management Strategy. Develop high quality policies, procedures and systems relating to Property and Development Service. Advise tenants and other PBHA teams on strategy and future policy implementation. Propose appropriate partnership development opportunities to the Senior Leadership Team. Monitor and evaluate service delivery, collating information for monthly, quarterly and annual performance metrics. Respond proactively to complaints regarding services, staff and contractors. Develop and implement new procedures in response to legislation changes and emerging best practice. Aid team in creating and maintaining good working relations with landlords, contractors and professional consultants. Person specification: Experience delivering and improving Repairs and Maintenance Service, preferably for a Registered Provider or Charity. Substantial project or change management experience. Experience developing specifications for property related tenders and managing contracts. Revenue and Capital Budgets experience. Staff management experience. Building related qualification and professional body membership, e.g. RCIS/MCIOB, degree or HND in building management. Knowledge of project management, e.g. PRINCE 2/APM Techniques. Experience of housing development issues, funding, approaches and financing. Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation. Prioritisation and ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Strong IT and data management skills. Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Communication skills, specifically with stakeholders. Committed to innovation and creating customer value. Peter Bedford Housing Association offers in return: Excellent support Enhanced company sick pay Access to an extensive range of training A psychologically informed environment 26 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, rising up to 30 days with service Cycle to work scheme Eye care vouchers Agile working. To apply, please register your interest and we will send you an application form to complete. Using an application form supports equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices. Peter Bedford Housing Association is an Equal Opportunities employer who support an inclusive culture and diversity for their staff and those they represent. They are committed to encouraging further growth from diverse groups, and welcome applications from people of all abilities and under-represented groups. Currently, PBHA have an underrepresentation from men and disabled communities. As such, they particularly welcome applicants from these groups.
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 7.5 hours per day). May be required to work occasional evenings and public holidays. Contract: Permanent Salary: In range of £58,000 per annum Location: London, E8 4DG Our client, Peter Bedford Housing Association (PBHA), is a housing association with charitable aims that create positive change in people's lives. As well as homes and support, they empower people to learn, access work and discover their creative talents. Based mainly in Hackney, Islington, and Newham, they work with people who are homeless, have mental ill health, learning difficulties and multiple needs. PBHA work enables people to move on and lead independent lives. PBHA are committed to an asset based and psychologically informed approach to their work. Mutual support, participation and personal development for both staff and service users are key to this. The role: Reporting to the CEO, the Head of Property and Development will oversee the provision of high-quality asset management and repair services in-line with PBHA values and strategic objectives. Working closely with the Director of Services, the successful candidate will aid in the identification, management and acquisition of opportunities that will enable PBHA's strategic growth. The role will help to ensure that PBHA's work, and homes, meet building standards, health and safety obligations, regulatory framework, and will always provide a high-quality service to PBHA tenants. Key duties and responsibilities: Spearhead line-management of PBHA's Property and Development Team through performance management and handling employee relations issues if necessary. Organise and coordinate work programmes. Lead Housing Development programmes ensuring compliance with building standards, health and safety and regulatory requirements. Participate in the recruitment, selection, induction and onboarding of team members. Participate in on-call rota and respond appropriately to out of hours incidents. Provide strategic and operational direction to enhance the long-term management and investment objectives of the property portfolio. Ensure PBHA's assets are surveyed and data records are established and upheld to monitor property condition. Oversee and manage stock improvement and maintenance programmes, ensuring that they meet service standards and agreed budgets. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, present to Board and Services Committee, offering recommendations in accordance with the Asset Management Strategy. Develop high quality policies, procedures and systems relating to Property and Development Service. Advise tenants and other PBHA teams on strategy and future policy implementation. Propose appropriate partnership development opportunities to the Senior Leadership Team. Monitor and evaluate service delivery, collating information for monthly, quarterly and annual performance metrics. Respond proactively to complaints regarding services, staff and contractors. Develop and implement new procedures in response to legislation changes and emerging best practice. Aid team in creating and maintaining good working relations with landlords, contractors and professional consultants. Person specification: Experience delivering and improving Repairs and Maintenance Service, preferably for a Registered Provider or Charity. Substantial project or change management experience. Experience developing specifications for property related tenders and managing contracts. Revenue and Capital Budgets experience. Staff management experience. Building related qualification and professional body membership, e.g. RCIS/MCIOB, degree or HND in building management. Knowledge of project management, e.g. PRINCE 2/APM Techniques. Experience of housing development issues, funding, approaches and financing. Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation. Prioritisation and ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Strong IT and data management skills. Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Communication skills, specifically with stakeholders. Committed to innovation and creating customer value. Peter Bedford Housing Association offers in return: Excellent support Enhanced company sick pay Access to an extensive range of training A psychologically informed environment 26 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, rising up to 30 days with service Cycle to work scheme Eye care vouchers Agile working. To apply, please register your interest and we will send you an application form to complete. Using an application form supports equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices. Peter Bedford Housing Association is an Equal Opportunities employer who support an inclusive culture and diversity for their staff and those they represent. They are committed to encouraging further growth from diverse groups, and welcome applications from people of all abilities and under-represented groups. Currently, PBHA have an underrepresentation from men and disabled communities. As such, they particularly welcome applicants from these groups.
Purpose of the Role Execute Savills policy of providing an innovative, operationally efficient and economically competitive commercial environment for occupiers whilst enhancing the investment value of the asset for the landlord. Contribute to the safety and wellbeing of all users of the building/ estate. Responsible and required to manage to a high standard, the building performance and operational services in Mechanical, Electrical, Vertical Transportation, and Public Health Systems required across the site and ensure consistent, seamless, and efficient standards are met, to ensure the Occupiers and their visitors can focus on their core business. Deliver engineering excellence through robust asset management frameworks, and be responsible for the development of engineering policies. Key Responsibilities Monitor, analyse and interpret the correct functioning of plant and systems via the Building Management System or other means. Carry out random checks of critical plant operation and report via the correct platform and escalate where required Review Contractors reports, proposals and KPI's. Carry out regular audits and inspections of all plant, related areas and equipment to ensure they are maintained and statutory compliance is being completed within business and client expectations, ensuring all and any risks are managed in accordance with the requirements of our client and occupiers. Review Planned Maintenance and reactive maintenance to ensure the risk to the building and occupiers critical infrastructure is managed within acceptable limits maintaining the resilience at all times. Compliance with all current legislation and recommended business standards. Verify Contractors Risk Assessments, Insurance, accreditations etc. are up to date and relevant. Ensure Pressure Vessel Written Scheme is up to date. Ensure Contractors Emergency Lighting Log Records up to date. Management of Water Treatment regime ensuring that Water Treatment Manuals are up to date. Manage status of Lift Inspections and report via Lift minutes. Ensure that all statutory inspections are carried out by the due date and manage/monitor progress of actions via external reports spreadsheet attached to appropriate minutes. Ensure accurate reporting is undertaken via the business risk management system, demonstrating all risks are being managed within accordance with client and business expectations, providing a full audit trial. Provide day-to-day technical and operational support to Building Manager and the wider property management team Support to Building Management with Permit to Work System and check method statements where appropriate. Liaise with Building Management and Occupiers regarding operational and technical matters such as plant shutdowns and work impacting on Occupiers operation and risks associated with the works Undertake regular audits of maintenance programme. Review call out sheets and investigate as necessary. Review CAFM system including both PPM and reactive works. Carry out random verification of PPM works. Analysis and management of all engineering data/reports, ensuring that appropriate action/follow up is achieved. Identify & agree specialist consultant roles and review consultants brief on a regular basis. Manage other audit reports. Review actions/progress and monitor monthly Develop and maintain the base building asset register. Review and develop site-specific maintenance tasks. Ensure drawing and O & M's are updated to reflect any changes carried out to the installed systems. Develop, implement and maintain site-specific plant replacement Programme in conjunction with Savills Engineering and Design consultancy. To ensure that the production of engineering service specifications, contracts and associated documentation properly represent the service requirement of the premises and are presented and executed in accordance with business guidelines To ensure that Senior Management are regularly appraised of any new developments or issues of a problematic nature. Report on any emergency incident that occurs. Report on any concerns relating to plant operation or failure to maintain resilience. Report on any occupier conflicts or relationship related issues. Support and advice based on excellent knowledge of industry standards, guidance and best practice, understanding and practical experience of how buildings are designed and operated Work collaboratively with onsite M&E provider to continuously improve technical knowledge and competencies. Sharing knowledge is key in enabling service partners, engineers and occupiers to provide the very best solutions. Accountabilities for oversight of M&E, VT, HV/LV, fire and life safety systems Monitor and manage the annual M&E & CAPEX service charge budgets Ensure that Health & Safety, emergency procedures and safe working practices are established, maintained and conform with current legislation, ensuring occupier and Savills staff are provided with a safe environment in which to conduct their core business activities. Pro-actively procure, following the company tender guidelines where required, building and contracted services, ensuring the requisite standards for the management and delivery of building services are upheld through regular structured monitoring and direct liaison with service providers. Take ownership of the Savills vision and values ensuring that they are fully integrated into all of the buildings' services. Ensure that all Savills systems i.e elogbooks, data station & Proactis are managed. Assist the operation Director on a day to day basis ensuring that good communication is in place to ensure the smooth running of the site. To assist in the implementation of future initiatives like Rise, ISO14001, BREEAM The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Previous experience of contract management ideal.Excellent communications skills are required and the ability to liaise professionally with clients and colleagues.Knowledge of compliance with current legislation to include water quality, statutory maintenance tasks, lift inspection and Health and SafetyExperience of Statutory compliance and operating a Permit to work systemExperience and knowledge of SFG 20 or PPM. In addition, use of CAFM systemsKnowledge of managing bu
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Purpose of the Role Execute Savills policy of providing an innovative, operationally efficient and economically competitive commercial environment for occupiers whilst enhancing the investment value of the asset for the landlord. Contribute to the safety and wellbeing of all users of the building/ estate. Responsible and required to manage to a high standard, the building performance and operational services in Mechanical, Electrical, Vertical Transportation, and Public Health Systems required across the site and ensure consistent, seamless, and efficient standards are met, to ensure the Occupiers and their visitors can focus on their core business. Deliver engineering excellence through robust asset management frameworks, and be responsible for the development of engineering policies. Key Responsibilities Monitor, analyse and interpret the correct functioning of plant and systems via the Building Management System or other means. Carry out random checks of critical plant operation and report via the correct platform and escalate where required Review Contractors reports, proposals and KPI's. Carry out regular audits and inspections of all plant, related areas and equipment to ensure they are maintained and statutory compliance is being completed within business and client expectations, ensuring all and any risks are managed in accordance with the requirements of our client and occupiers. Review Planned Maintenance and reactive maintenance to ensure the risk to the building and occupiers critical infrastructure is managed within acceptable limits maintaining the resilience at all times. Compliance with all current legislation and recommended business standards. Verify Contractors Risk Assessments, Insurance, accreditations etc. are up to date and relevant. Ensure Pressure Vessel Written Scheme is up to date. Ensure Contractors Emergency Lighting Log Records up to date. Management of Water Treatment regime ensuring that Water Treatment Manuals are up to date. Manage status of Lift Inspections and report via Lift minutes. Ensure that all statutory inspections are carried out by the due date and manage/monitor progress of actions via external reports spreadsheet attached to appropriate minutes. Ensure accurate reporting is undertaken via the business risk management system, demonstrating all risks are being managed within accordance with client and business expectations, providing a full audit trial. Provide day-to-day technical and operational support to Building Manager and the wider property management team Support to Building Management with Permit to Work System and check method statements where appropriate. Liaise with Building Management and Occupiers regarding operational and technical matters such as plant shutdowns and work impacting on Occupiers operation and risks associated with the works Undertake regular audits of maintenance programme. Review call out sheets and investigate as necessary. Review CAFM system including both PPM and reactive works. Carry out random verification of PPM works. Analysis and management of all engineering data/reports, ensuring that appropriate action/follow up is achieved. Identify & agree specialist consultant roles and review consultants brief on a regular basis. Manage other audit reports. Review actions/progress and monitor monthly Develop and maintain the base building asset register. Review and develop site-specific maintenance tasks. Ensure drawing and O & M's are updated to reflect any changes carried out to the installed systems. Develop, implement and maintain site-specific plant replacement Programme in conjunction with Savills Engineering and Design consultancy. To ensure that the production of engineering service specifications, contracts and associated documentation properly represent the service requirement of the premises and are presented and executed in accordance with business guidelines To ensure that Senior Management are regularly appraised of any new developments or issues of a problematic nature. Report on any emergency incident that occurs. Report on any concerns relating to plant operation or failure to maintain resilience. Report on any occupier conflicts or relationship related issues. Support and advice based on excellent knowledge of industry standards, guidance and best practice, understanding and practical experience of how buildings are designed and operated Work collaboratively with onsite M&E provider to continuously improve technical knowledge and competencies. Sharing knowledge is key in enabling service partners, engineers and occupiers to provide the very best solutions. Accountabilities for oversight of M&E, VT, HV/LV, fire and life safety systems Monitor and manage the annual M&E & CAPEX service charge budgets Ensure that Health & Safety, emergency procedures and safe working practices are established, maintained and conform with current legislation, ensuring occupier and Savills staff are provided with a safe environment in which to conduct their core business activities. Pro-actively procure, following the company tender guidelines where required, building and contracted services, ensuring the requisite standards for the management and delivery of building services are upheld through regular structured monitoring and direct liaison with service providers. Take ownership of the Savills vision and values ensuring that they are fully integrated into all of the buildings' services. Ensure that all Savills systems i.e elogbooks, data station & Proactis are managed. Assist the operation Director on a day to day basis ensuring that good communication is in place to ensure the smooth running of the site. To assist in the implementation of future initiatives like Rise, ISO14001, BREEAM The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Previous experience of contract management ideal.Excellent communications skills are required and the ability to liaise professionally with clients and colleagues.Knowledge of compliance with current legislation to include water quality, statutory maintenance tasks, lift inspection and Health and SafetyExperience of Statutory compliance and operating a Permit to work systemExperience and knowledge of SFG 20 or PPM. In addition, use of CAFM systemsKnowledge of managing bu
Assistant Property Manager Who are we? Founded in 1992 and with over 250 employees, Galliard Homes is London's largest privately owned property development and management group overseeing residential, hospitality, mixed-use, and commercial projects across London, the Home Counties, and the Midlands. Galliard has a £4 billion portfolio of over 6,000 homes and 714,088 square feet of commercial developments under construction. With an impressive portfolio of award-winning developments, we are proud to be considered as London's leading property developer. The Position An Assistant Property Manager forms part of our in-house Property Management team and works alongside the wider Property Management team, as well as our Service Charge accounts team. This is a permanent position based from our Head Office in Loughton, Essex five days per week. The working hours are 09:00am to 17:30pm Monday to Thursday, with a shorter workday on Friday, from 09:00am to 17:00pm. Duties include: To carry out various property management tasks as directed by the Senior Property Manager, Senior Property Manager, and Head of Department. Assist the project management of Section 20 consultations, major internal and external works along with the relevant surveyors or relevant professional consultants. Manage electronic data and e-mails and ensure all records are updated. Dealing with email and telephone enquiries from lessees, subtenants, contractors etc. and ensuring information is circulated to residents. Assist with site visits to ensure all buildings are in good order. Ensure insurance claims are being processed efficiently and correctly (in conjunction with the property management team). Review and agree all circular & client correspondence including newsletters ensuring that communication is regular and accurate. Liaising with contractors - arrange repairs, cleaning, or other jobs (including emergency repairs) and attend appointments if required. Maintain and Update the Approved Contractors list. Maintain and update the purchase order system to ensure all expenditure is supported by a works order. Manage the uploading of compliance documents to Quooda. Carry out periodic site visits (Subject to safety) training and complete site visit reports. Be the first or secondary point of contact for staff and residents enquiries on various sites within the portfolio. The Person: The Assistant Property Manager will have previous experience within Block Property Management and will have worked on either client-side or agent-side. They will also meet the below criteria: Essential: Must have previous experience within an assistant property manager role or similar. Ability to work on own initiative/with remote manager. Excellent telephone and people skills. Good attention to detail and accuracy skills. Capable of organising and prioritising workload and meeting deadlines. Ability to resolve problems. Honest, reliable, and friendly personality. The verbal communication skills to communicate with a diverse client group and internal staff. Desirable: AIRPM qualified or working towards AIRPM. The Benefits As a family-owned business, we want everyone to feel at home from day one. In return for commitment, loyalty, and hard work, we offer benefits ranging from: Competitive salary 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Life assurance Private health care Matching contribution pension scheme Discretionary salary and bonus review Employee assistance programme Discounted gym memberships Discount portal Volunteering opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications and accreditation's
Apr 11, 2024
Full time
Assistant Property Manager Who are we? Founded in 1992 and with over 250 employees, Galliard Homes is London's largest privately owned property development and management group overseeing residential, hospitality, mixed-use, and commercial projects across London, the Home Counties, and the Midlands. Galliard has a £4 billion portfolio of over 6,000 homes and 714,088 square feet of commercial developments under construction. With an impressive portfolio of award-winning developments, we are proud to be considered as London's leading property developer. The Position An Assistant Property Manager forms part of our in-house Property Management team and works alongside the wider Property Management team, as well as our Service Charge accounts team. This is a permanent position based from our Head Office in Loughton, Essex five days per week. The working hours are 09:00am to 17:30pm Monday to Thursday, with a shorter workday on Friday, from 09:00am to 17:00pm. Duties include: To carry out various property management tasks as directed by the Senior Property Manager, Senior Property Manager, and Head of Department. Assist the project management of Section 20 consultations, major internal and external works along with the relevant surveyors or relevant professional consultants. Manage electronic data and e-mails and ensure all records are updated. Dealing with email and telephone enquiries from lessees, subtenants, contractors etc. and ensuring information is circulated to residents. Assist with site visits to ensure all buildings are in good order. Ensure insurance claims are being processed efficiently and correctly (in conjunction with the property management team). Review and agree all circular & client correspondence including newsletters ensuring that communication is regular and accurate. Liaising with contractors - arrange repairs, cleaning, or other jobs (including emergency repairs) and attend appointments if required. Maintain and Update the Approved Contractors list. Maintain and update the purchase order system to ensure all expenditure is supported by a works order. Manage the uploading of compliance documents to Quooda. Carry out periodic site visits (Subject to safety) training and complete site visit reports. Be the first or secondary point of contact for staff and residents enquiries on various sites within the portfolio. The Person: The Assistant Property Manager will have previous experience within Block Property Management and will have worked on either client-side or agent-side. They will also meet the below criteria: Essential: Must have previous experience within an assistant property manager role or similar. Ability to work on own initiative/with remote manager. Excellent telephone and people skills. Good attention to detail and accuracy skills. Capable of organising and prioritising workload and meeting deadlines. Ability to resolve problems. Honest, reliable, and friendly personality. The verbal communication skills to communicate with a diverse client group and internal staff. Desirable: AIRPM qualified or working towards AIRPM. The Benefits As a family-owned business, we want everyone to feel at home from day one. In return for commitment, loyalty, and hard work, we offer benefits ranging from: Competitive salary 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Life assurance Private health care Matching contribution pension scheme Discretionary salary and bonus review Employee assistance programme Discounted gym memberships Discount portal Volunteering opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications and accreditation's
Senior Construction Manager Field Based UK Regular travel to Milton Keynes head office Salary - £70,000 to £75,000 per annum As Senior Construction Project Manager you will have a vital role in the delivery of our developments pipeline of Trunk Road Service Areas and Motorway Service Areas, helping to ensure the multi-disciplinary teams on our projects work together efficiently, to deliver first class roadside services on time, to budget, with zero harm. Representing the Client, you will work collaboratively with our internal customer, specialist supply chain partners and third parties to ensure the design and construction is delivered within the brief. You will be a driving force on our sites, providing site leadership and bringing a focus to quality, health, safety and environmental performance, programme management, value engineering and compliance. What will your role look like? You will be responsible for: Manage and oversee the technical approval of all highways works and relevant third-party Agreements, including Section 278 and the like with National Highways and Local Authorities Produce, manage, monitor, and maintain the construction master programme and report on progress. Chair and attend regular co-ordination meetings with consultants and third parties, as well as internal project meetings Ensure project compliance with Building Control, Local Planning Authority and all other regulatory bodies. Ensuring LEED or BREEAM compliance where required on projects, review and undertake Design Stage Assessments Manage project risk and drive innovative and cost-effective Value Engineering solutions into the design and delivery stages About you Ideally we are looking for someone who has: Extensive knowledge and understanding of construction processes with experience in managing the delivery of the design and construction of development sites, including; highway works, civils, utilities, structures, envelope, fit-out and handover procedures. Experience in managing and delivering Section 278 works with National Highways and Local Authorities. Good understanding of construction processes and buildability associated with building and fit out works through all RIBA Stages. A sound knowledge of UK construction industry and best practice in design principles and project delivery. Excellent programme management skills with competence in Microsoft Project and or Asta PowerProject. Understanding of Building Regulations and Planning Permission procedures and adoptable highways (s278) and drainage works (s104) We also have some great benefits; Bonus Scheme Company Car Scheme, or equivalent Opt Out payment Private Healthcare scheme provided by Vitality 33 days Holiday (inc. BH) - entitlement increases with service Pension Scheme. 4% employer, 5% employee contribution. Employee discounts (50% off onsite KFC, Burger King, Starbucks and Pizza Express to name a few) My Welcome Break discounts - savings at hundreds of high street retailers including fashion stores, electrical retailers, supermarkets and travel companies Career progression and brilliant training programmes Cycle to work scheme - salary sacrifice scheme allows you to save money on bikes - including e-bikes Free onsite parking at all Welcome Break sites Free lunch provided in office (sandwiches, pasta pots, rolls) as well as Tea and Coffee About Welcome Break Welcome Break is one of the UK's leading motorway service operators, running 59 service areas and 31 hotels across the UK. When you come into one of our sites you will recognise your favourite brands such as Starbucks, Subway, WHSmith, KFC, Pizza Express and Burger King, as well hotels under the Ramada and Days Inn brands. But what might come as a surprise is that we are all one team and that even with different uniforms, everyone works for Welcome Break. INDTECH
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Senior Construction Manager Field Based UK Regular travel to Milton Keynes head office Salary - £70,000 to £75,000 per annum As Senior Construction Project Manager you will have a vital role in the delivery of our developments pipeline of Trunk Road Service Areas and Motorway Service Areas, helping to ensure the multi-disciplinary teams on our projects work together efficiently, to deliver first class roadside services on time, to budget, with zero harm. Representing the Client, you will work collaboratively with our internal customer, specialist supply chain partners and third parties to ensure the design and construction is delivered within the brief. You will be a driving force on our sites, providing site leadership and bringing a focus to quality, health, safety and environmental performance, programme management, value engineering and compliance. What will your role look like? You will be responsible for: Manage and oversee the technical approval of all highways works and relevant third-party Agreements, including Section 278 and the like with National Highways and Local Authorities Produce, manage, monitor, and maintain the construction master programme and report on progress. Chair and attend regular co-ordination meetings with consultants and third parties, as well as internal project meetings Ensure project compliance with Building Control, Local Planning Authority and all other regulatory bodies. Ensuring LEED or BREEAM compliance where required on projects, review and undertake Design Stage Assessments Manage project risk and drive innovative and cost-effective Value Engineering solutions into the design and delivery stages About you Ideally we are looking for someone who has: Extensive knowledge and understanding of construction processes with experience in managing the delivery of the design and construction of development sites, including; highway works, civils, utilities, structures, envelope, fit-out and handover procedures. Experience in managing and delivering Section 278 works with National Highways and Local Authorities. Good understanding of construction processes and buildability associated with building and fit out works through all RIBA Stages. A sound knowledge of UK construction industry and best practice in design principles and project delivery. Excellent programme management skills with competence in Microsoft Project and or Asta PowerProject. Understanding of Building Regulations and Planning Permission procedures and adoptable highways (s278) and drainage works (s104) We also have some great benefits; Bonus Scheme Company Car Scheme, or equivalent Opt Out payment Private Healthcare scheme provided by Vitality 33 days Holiday (inc. BH) - entitlement increases with service Pension Scheme. 4% employer, 5% employee contribution. Employee discounts (50% off onsite KFC, Burger King, Starbucks and Pizza Express to name a few) My Welcome Break discounts - savings at hundreds of high street retailers including fashion stores, electrical retailers, supermarkets and travel companies Career progression and brilliant training programmes Cycle to work scheme - salary sacrifice scheme allows you to save money on bikes - including e-bikes Free onsite parking at all Welcome Break sites Free lunch provided in office (sandwiches, pasta pots, rolls) as well as Tea and Coffee About Welcome Break Welcome Break is one of the UK's leading motorway service operators, running 59 service areas and 31 hotels across the UK. When you come into one of our sites you will recognise your favourite brands such as Starbucks, Subway, WHSmith, KFC, Pizza Express and Burger King, as well hotels under the Ramada and Days Inn brands. But what might come as a surprise is that we are all one team and that even with different uniforms, everyone works for Welcome Break. INDTECH
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 (Pro-rata) (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 team in Parliament takes great pride in looking after and improving the buildings of Parliament itself, as custodians of the Estate. While we are part of the House of Commons service, we provide services to the House of Lords as well. We operate on a working World Heritage site which attracts visitors from all over the globe, in a challenging stakeholder environment where conservation and the need to innovate and build for the future coincide. Strategic Estates acts on behalf of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, dealing with all property-related capital investment matters. The Project Delivery Team is responsible for leading and delivering a wide variety of refurbishment, conservation, and construction-related projects to meet the needs of both Houses within agreed governance parameters. The Role Our Project Delivery team are looking for 7 x Senior Project Leaders . This is a fantastic opportunity where you will act as the client representative and perform the "informed client" role on behalf of the Project Owner or Project Board, as appropriate, to pro-actively lead on the delivery of estate wide property, building refurbishment and conservation projects. You will be involved in leading and delivering a diverse and exciting range of projects typically ranging between £5m and £100m. You will be required to meet the needs of internal departments in the two Houses and to report to all interested parties, including project boards, clients and stakeholders. As well as running your own projects, You will support the Assistant Directors in the development of programmes of work that manage the requirements of different clients within both Houses. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Provide leadership of major capital projects across the Parliamentary Estate. Ensure that the project outcomes and requirements are adequately defined and that the needs of the users and all other stakeholders are fully understood and accounted for. Establish and communicate the overall budget and timescales for projects. Oversee the development of comprehensive business cases to the required standards and in accordance with House governance procedures to obtain funding for the agreed scope of the project. Skills and Experience Qualifications - An accredited qualification to a minimum of level 4 in a related technical subject such as Construction, Engineering or Architecture. On commencement of employment candidates with a level 4 or 5 qualification will be expected to have obtained full RICS, CIOB, CIBSE or similar Chartership within three years of commencing employment. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Provide demonstrable evidence of evaluation of your leadership role, motivating/ inspiring consultant project managers and evidence of evaluating and managing resources in specific cases. Providing demonstrable experience of cascading vision and translating into delivery objectives for the team. Knowledge of and practical implantation of H&S legislation particularly CDM 2015. Provide demonstrable evidence of setting, monitoring, reporting and advising on project cash flows and key KPIs; evaluate and advise on the financial implications and appropriate management action. Leadership ideally through a large client organisation as a project manager of external consultants and contractors in a construction environment and organisation of project delivery effectively on time, budget and to agreed quality standards. Experience of establishing and developing productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, coordinating approaches across multi-disciplinary teams within a complex and challenging environment. 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.
Apr 09, 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 (Pro-rata) (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 team in Parliament takes great pride in looking after and improving the buildings of Parliament itself, as custodians of the Estate. While we are part of the House of Commons service, we provide services to the House of Lords as well. We operate on a working World Heritage site which attracts visitors from all over the globe, in a challenging stakeholder environment where conservation and the need to innovate and build for the future coincide. Strategic Estates acts on behalf of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, dealing with all property-related capital investment matters. The Project Delivery Team is responsible for leading and delivering a wide variety of refurbishment, conservation, and construction-related projects to meet the needs of both Houses within agreed governance parameters. The Role Our Project Delivery team are looking for 7 x Senior Project Leaders . This is a fantastic opportunity where you will act as the client representative and perform the "informed client" role on behalf of the Project Owner or Project Board, as appropriate, to pro-actively lead on the delivery of estate wide property, building refurbishment and conservation projects. You will be involved in leading and delivering a diverse and exciting range of projects typically ranging between £5m and £100m. You will be required to meet the needs of internal departments in the two Houses and to report to all interested parties, including project boards, clients and stakeholders. As well as running your own projects, You will support the Assistant Directors in the development of programmes of work that manage the requirements of different clients within both Houses. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Provide leadership of major capital projects across the Parliamentary Estate. Ensure that the project outcomes and requirements are adequately defined and that the needs of the users and all other stakeholders are fully understood and accounted for. Establish and communicate the overall budget and timescales for projects. Oversee the development of comprehensive business cases to the required standards and in accordance with House governance procedures to obtain funding for the agreed scope of the project. Skills and Experience Qualifications - An accredited qualification to a minimum of level 4 in a related technical subject such as Construction, Engineering or Architecture. On commencement of employment candidates with a level 4 or 5 qualification will be expected to have obtained full RICS, CIOB, CIBSE or similar Chartership within three years of commencing employment. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Provide demonstrable evidence of evaluation of your leadership role, motivating/ inspiring consultant project managers and evidence of evaluating and managing resources in specific cases. Providing demonstrable experience of cascading vision and translating into delivery objectives for the team. Knowledge of and practical implantation of H&S legislation particularly CDM 2015. Provide demonstrable evidence of setting, monitoring, reporting and advising on project cash flows and key KPIs; evaluate and advise on the financial implications and appropriate management action. Leadership ideally through a large client organisation as a project manager of external consultants and contractors in a construction environment and organisation of project delivery effectively on time, budget and to agreed quality standards. Experience of establishing and developing productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, coordinating approaches across multi-disciplinary teams within a complex and challenging environment. 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.
Purpose of the Role Estate manager overseeing day-to-day management of 3-phased mixed use development. This includes preparing and managing budgets, management of staff and to include working with Savills' procurement and M&E consultants in providing a best in class delivery of site-based operational management. A client and residential customer-facing role taking responsibility for delivering residential services, property management, and engineering services across the 250 City Road estate, delivering the Vision and Values of the Client in an innovative, operationally efficient manner providing excellent quality and value residential environment for a wide mix of residents, occupiers, and visitors. The post holder will act as the Managing Agent interface for occupier services and manage the management team for this unique mixed-use estate. The successful applicant will have a strong residential property management background. They will have sound financial management capability and the ability to deliver services in line with legislation and regulations. Must have at least 5 years of experience in Residential Property, at least 1 year's managing a team and the property or management operations, such as staff and service contracts, tenant satisfaction, and other relevant duties. Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, IRPM and RICS service principles and practices. Ability to read, analyse, and interpret technical procedures, regulations or documents with a similar degree of complexity. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications. Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required. Key Responsibilities Main Duties Responsible for compliance with relevant legislation, and ARMA and RICS guidelines and management operations and procedures Champion and work in conjunction with the Managing Agent to coordinate operations, facilities management, financial reporting, people management, tenant liaison, and contract management Ensure five-star customer service is always provided by all service teams at 250 City Road Act as intermediary with owner/residents, on-site managers, and all other staff, to assist in prompt handling of questions/problems First point of contact for customer service requests and complaints Ensure the building managers undertake property inspections routinely and addressing any issues noted Ensures that the primary responsibility for maintenance of facilities management and H&S records is carried out by the Facilities Manager Responsible for effective and efficient building management, including car parks and landscaped areas, internal and external fabric, plant rooms, common areas and front of house. Ensures that the Building Managers develop and maintain a professional understanding and close working relationship with appropriate resident representatives and commercial occupier's representatives and encourage frequent and open communication and information flows on relevant building and estate issues. Provide support for the contract management for the outsourced building services, ensuring that the operational staff duties are carried out to a high standard using appropriate equipment. Provide training to staff in relation to expected standards and quality of general cleaning and Health & Safety requirements, in particular the operation of equipment, manual handling and COSHH. Creation of the annual service charge budget, coordinating the input of internal resources and ensuring strict adherence to the published programs. Ensure that Health & Safety, emergency procedures and safe working practices are established, maintained and conform to current legislation, ensuring residents, occupiers, operations staff and the 250management team alike are provided with a safe environment in which to live and to conduct their core business activities. Ensure that Health & Safety, emergency procedures and safe working practices are established, maintained and conform to current legislation providing a safe living and working environment. Act as the Responsible Person (Building Safety Manager/Responsible Person) and Senior Fire Warden for the development the event of an emergency. Take all reasonable measures to ensure that residents and commercial occupiers remain aware of their obligations in respect of the building incident procedures and where appropriate, risk assessments and that the legitimacy of the document is not in any way compromised. Ensure that all procedures and policies are communicated with occupiers, that information published in hard copy or on the residents portal is maintained as 'current' at all times and that relevant testing of procedures is carried out and documented. Ensure all aspects of building staff training, development and general welfare requirements are identified and formally reviewed in accordance with the relevant company training policy and appraisal process. Pro-actively procure, following the company tender guidelines where required, building and contracted services, ensuring the requisite standards for the management and delivery of building services are upheld through regular structured monitoring and direct liaison with service providers. Employ in practice the principles with regard to Savills Fabric Management and Long-Term Costing (CAPEX) initiatives to ensure value for money estate management. Take ownership of the Savills vision and values ensuring that they are fully integrated into all of the 250 City Road assigned buildings services. Ensure that accurate property records are maintained Champion a safe working environment where work practices of staff, contractors and suppliers fully comply with health and safety legislation. Oversee the ESG for the site and implement goals inline with the Savills 5 E's Implement the new Building Safety Regulations to ensure that the site is complaint both the Building Safety Regulator but also Savills internal policies. Liaise between client operations and construction teams with the site team to ensure smooth transition from an active construction site to business as usual. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation. Skills, Knowledge and Experience List of qualifications, skills, knowledge required include: Practical experience in residential block property management
Apr 08, 2024
Full time
Purpose of the Role Estate manager overseeing day-to-day management of 3-phased mixed use development. This includes preparing and managing budgets, management of staff and to include working with Savills' procurement and M&E consultants in providing a best in class delivery of site-based operational management. A client and residential customer-facing role taking responsibility for delivering residential services, property management, and engineering services across the 250 City Road estate, delivering the Vision and Values of the Client in an innovative, operationally efficient manner providing excellent quality and value residential environment for a wide mix of residents, occupiers, and visitors. The post holder will act as the Managing Agent interface for occupier services and manage the management team for this unique mixed-use estate. The successful applicant will have a strong residential property management background. They will have sound financial management capability and the ability to deliver services in line with legislation and regulations. Must have at least 5 years of experience in Residential Property, at least 1 year's managing a team and the property or management operations, such as staff and service contracts, tenant satisfaction, and other relevant duties. Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, IRPM and RICS service principles and practices. Ability to read, analyse, and interpret technical procedures, regulations or documents with a similar degree of complexity. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications. Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required. Key Responsibilities Main Duties Responsible for compliance with relevant legislation, and ARMA and RICS guidelines and management operations and procedures Champion and work in conjunction with the Managing Agent to coordinate operations, facilities management, financial reporting, people management, tenant liaison, and contract management Ensure five-star customer service is always provided by all service teams at 250 City Road Act as intermediary with owner/residents, on-site managers, and all other staff, to assist in prompt handling of questions/problems First point of contact for customer service requests and complaints Ensure the building managers undertake property inspections routinely and addressing any issues noted Ensures that the primary responsibility for maintenance of facilities management and H&S records is carried out by the Facilities Manager Responsible for effective and efficient building management, including car parks and landscaped areas, internal and external fabric, plant rooms, common areas and front of house. Ensures that the Building Managers develop and maintain a professional understanding and close working relationship with appropriate resident representatives and commercial occupier's representatives and encourage frequent and open communication and information flows on relevant building and estate issues. Provide support for the contract management for the outsourced building services, ensuring that the operational staff duties are carried out to a high standard using appropriate equipment. Provide training to staff in relation to expected standards and quality of general cleaning and Health & Safety requirements, in particular the operation of equipment, manual handling and COSHH. Creation of the annual service charge budget, coordinating the input of internal resources and ensuring strict adherence to the published programs. Ensure that Health & Safety, emergency procedures and safe working practices are established, maintained and conform to current legislation, ensuring residents, occupiers, operations staff and the 250management team alike are provided with a safe environment in which to live and to conduct their core business activities. Ensure that Health & Safety, emergency procedures and safe working practices are established, maintained and conform to current legislation providing a safe living and working environment. Act as the Responsible Person (Building Safety Manager/Responsible Person) and Senior Fire Warden for the development the event of an emergency. Take all reasonable measures to ensure that residents and commercial occupiers remain aware of their obligations in respect of the building incident procedures and where appropriate, risk assessments and that the legitimacy of the document is not in any way compromised. Ensure that all procedures and policies are communicated with occupiers, that information published in hard copy or on the residents portal is maintained as 'current' at all times and that relevant testing of procedures is carried out and documented. Ensure all aspects of building staff training, development and general welfare requirements are identified and formally reviewed in accordance with the relevant company training policy and appraisal process. Pro-actively procure, following the company tender guidelines where required, building and contracted services, ensuring the requisite standards for the management and delivery of building services are upheld through regular structured monitoring and direct liaison with service providers. Employ in practice the principles with regard to Savills Fabric Management and Long-Term Costing (CAPEX) initiatives to ensure value for money estate management. Take ownership of the Savills vision and values ensuring that they are fully integrated into all of the 250 City Road assigned buildings services. Ensure that accurate property records are maintained Champion a safe working environment where work practices of staff, contractors and suppliers fully comply with health and safety legislation. Oversee the ESG for the site and implement goals inline with the Savills 5 E's Implement the new Building Safety Regulations to ensure that the site is complaint both the Building Safety Regulator but also Savills internal policies. Liaise between client operations and construction teams with the site team to ensure smooth transition from an active construction site to business as usual. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation. Skills, Knowledge and Experience List of qualifications, skills, knowledge required include: Practical experience in residential block property management
Keepmoat Homes is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Our investment and participation helps transform communities and improves the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise in all aspects of housing - from finance, design and planning, to developing and building. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work with local communities to make sure that our plans meet their needs. Job description Main purpose of the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technical Coordinator join our Technical Team in our East Midlands region, based from our regional office near Nottingham. This is a fixed term role for a period of around 12 months to cover a period of maternity leave, however for the right person and as the region is growing there may be an opportunity for the role to become permanent. The main purpose of the Senior Technical Coordinator role is to coordinate all design information between external consultants and internal departments, ensuring that all approvals are obtained in a timely manner and that high quality and correct information is issued to other departments. Duties stretch from site feasibility stage throughout the sites development and to completion and handover to the relevant authorities/discharge of obligations. The postholder will also produce accurate and timely reports for the business and check the adequacy, accuracy and commercial suitability of information flowing through the department. They will collate design information for procurement tenders and work to resolve construction issues as well as providing live site support. HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for an experienced Senior Technical Coordinator with who embodies our Keepmoat values; a straightforward and skilled communicator , who is creative and experienced with problem solving within technical teams. They will be passionate about the construction/development industry with strong experience within it. The postholder will be an established collaborative leader with the ability to build strong relationships through ability to work cross functionally to achieve successful outcomes and inspire, motivate and develop team members. They will have a minimum of 5 years' experience within the construction/development industry, with up-to-date relevant knowledge of building legislation. They will have sound knowledge of architectural and engineering functions and ideally some experience of Partnership agreements. Due to the nature of the role, site visits throughout the region will be required and the postholder will be able to work flexibly in order to do so. A company car or car allowance will be provided. Education & qualifications Essential HNC /HND / Degree in Building, Civil Engineering or Architectural design. Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers. Competitive rates of pay - We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year. Bonus Scheme - Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance. Special offers for staff - We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out. Trust - We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us. Development - we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career. Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It's about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It's important to us to do a good job. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don't offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers' needs.
Apr 08, 2024
Full time
Keepmoat Homes is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Our investment and participation helps transform communities and improves the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise in all aspects of housing - from finance, design and planning, to developing and building. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work with local communities to make sure that our plans meet their needs. Job description Main purpose of the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technical Coordinator join our Technical Team in our East Midlands region, based from our regional office near Nottingham. This is a fixed term role for a period of around 12 months to cover a period of maternity leave, however for the right person and as the region is growing there may be an opportunity for the role to become permanent. The main purpose of the Senior Technical Coordinator role is to coordinate all design information between external consultants and internal departments, ensuring that all approvals are obtained in a timely manner and that high quality and correct information is issued to other departments. Duties stretch from site feasibility stage throughout the sites development and to completion and handover to the relevant authorities/discharge of obligations. The postholder will also produce accurate and timely reports for the business and check the adequacy, accuracy and commercial suitability of information flowing through the department. They will collate design information for procurement tenders and work to resolve construction issues as well as providing live site support. HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for an experienced Senior Technical Coordinator with who embodies our Keepmoat values; a straightforward and skilled communicator , who is creative and experienced with problem solving within technical teams. They will be passionate about the construction/development industry with strong experience within it. The postholder will be an established collaborative leader with the ability to build strong relationships through ability to work cross functionally to achieve successful outcomes and inspire, motivate and develop team members. They will have a minimum of 5 years' experience within the construction/development industry, with up-to-date relevant knowledge of building legislation. They will have sound knowledge of architectural and engineering functions and ideally some experience of Partnership agreements. Due to the nature of the role, site visits throughout the region will be required and the postholder will be able to work flexibly in order to do so. A company car or car allowance will be provided. Education & qualifications Essential HNC /HND / Degree in Building, Civil Engineering or Architectural design. Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers. Competitive rates of pay - We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year. Bonus Scheme - Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance. Special offers for staff - We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out. Trust - We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us. Development - we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career. Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It's about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It's important to us to do a good job. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don't offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers' needs.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Flood Risk Consultant to join our thriving Water Environment team within our London office. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established team, lead models on a range of projects locally and nationally, while mentoring and developing other consultants in the business. The role requires developing relationships with clients and regulators as well as management of varied and challengingprojects . What will you be responsible for? Working within a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy, and operating across a matrix of projects. You will also be tasked with work winning, budgetary control of project finances and preparing fee proposalsand developing the Water & Environment Team in this region Working in a design office environment but also playing an active role in design and site meetings, site inspections and progress reporting. Good communication and liaison with clients, architects, contractors and regulatory/statutory authorities. Hydrological and hydraulic modelling. Bid preparation and fee proposals. Research and business development of potential new clients. Attend client and regulatory meetings. You'll be set up for success if you have: A strong Bachelors degree and possibly a higher degree in a water subject combined with well-established consultancy / industry experience as a senior modeler. Substantial experience of undertaking flood risk assessments in accordance with NPPF (and/or TAN 15), but the primary focus of the role is hydrological and hydraulic modelling, often in Flood Modeler Pro or TUFLOW. You will possess a good understanding of the workings of the Environment Agency (and Natural Resources Wales) and Lead Local Flood Authorities, as well as up to date knowledge of current planning policies and procedures and how these can be utilised to maximise the level of service offered to our clients whilst gaining required approvals. High motivation for this specific opportunity. Self-motivated team player with exceptional people skills. Ability to work under own initiative while fully co-ordinating with line manager's requirements. An understanding of the developer industry would be advantageous. We are a British-owned integrated multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy of over 900 staff in 21 offices across the UK. Our driving motivation is to be a 'Force for Good', as it is our aim to improve the quality of people's lives from our employees to our clients, through to the communities we work in and our planet as a whole through the work we do. From the buildings that surround you, the roads and bridges you cross, all related to the infrastructure that we create, we aim to offer the most sustainable possibilities to shape the places, communities and society that we live in through meeting our client's needs. Through the path we are on to delivering a green future, the result is something that everyone can be proud of. Named as Building's Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2023, we're known for delivering outstanding sustainable projects for our communities, planet, and society. Some of these projects have recently received industry accolades, including Cleveland Pools winning the Conservation and Regeneration category at the Construction Excellence South West Awards 2023;Bay Technology Centre named Commercial Project of the Year at the British Construction Industry Awards 2022; YGG Tan-y-Lan picked out in the Integration and Collaborative Working category at Construction Excellence Wales Awards 2022; The Deaf Academy singled out for its Universal Design at the Civic Trust Awards 2022; and Bristol's iconic waterfront Wapping Wharf Living sweeping up at the Bristol Property Awards. An opportunity to develop your soft skills, as well your technical skills Excellent health benefits25 days of holiday (buy/sell up to five days), accrue 1 day extra every 2 years, with bonus holidays too! An earlier finish on Friday (4pm!) An opportunity to give back: "Day off for good cause" (on a workday) A huge range of flexible benefits, including climate perks and an EV car leasing scheme A place to feel included We champion diversity, equity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we commit to supporting our employees and ensure we create a safe environment that nurtures you to perform at your best. Offering our people flexibility is an important factor in achieving this aim. We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of theprotected characteristics . We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us. Looking for the next steps? Once you have completed your application through our careers site, we aim to review and respond to you as soon as your application's been reviewed. If shortlisted, a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will call you for an initial pre-screen by phone (typically 30 minutes) to help us assess your motivations and interest in the position and Hydrock. If you progress following this telephone pre-screen, you will be invited to attend a formal interview by video conference (Microsoft Teams) or in our offices. For the latest updates and news, connect with us on our LinkedIn page ! It's impossible to note all the many wonderful stories and achievements, when marking the end of another brilliant 365 days, so instead we give you our end of year video - enjoy - we did! Natural daylight is fundamental for our sleep quality, mood, productivity and overall mental health - it's one of the most crucial elements of a building's design.
Apr 07, 2024
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Flood Risk Consultant to join our thriving Water Environment team within our London office. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established team, lead models on a range of projects locally and nationally, while mentoring and developing other consultants in the business. The role requires developing relationships with clients and regulators as well as management of varied and challengingprojects . What will you be responsible for? Working within a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy, and operating across a matrix of projects. You will also be tasked with work winning, budgetary control of project finances and preparing fee proposalsand developing the Water & Environment Team in this region Working in a design office environment but also playing an active role in design and site meetings, site inspections and progress reporting. Good communication and liaison with clients, architects, contractors and regulatory/statutory authorities. Hydrological and hydraulic modelling. Bid preparation and fee proposals. Research and business development of potential new clients. Attend client and regulatory meetings. You'll be set up for success if you have: A strong Bachelors degree and possibly a higher degree in a water subject combined with well-established consultancy / industry experience as a senior modeler. Substantial experience of undertaking flood risk assessments in accordance with NPPF (and/or TAN 15), but the primary focus of the role is hydrological and hydraulic modelling, often in Flood Modeler Pro or TUFLOW. You will possess a good understanding of the workings of the Environment Agency (and Natural Resources Wales) and Lead Local Flood Authorities, as well as up to date knowledge of current planning policies and procedures and how these can be utilised to maximise the level of service offered to our clients whilst gaining required approvals. High motivation for this specific opportunity. Self-motivated team player with exceptional people skills. Ability to work under own initiative while fully co-ordinating with line manager's requirements. An understanding of the developer industry would be advantageous. We are a British-owned integrated multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy of over 900 staff in 21 offices across the UK. Our driving motivation is to be a 'Force for Good', as it is our aim to improve the quality of people's lives from our employees to our clients, through to the communities we work in and our planet as a whole through the work we do. From the buildings that surround you, the roads and bridges you cross, all related to the infrastructure that we create, we aim to offer the most sustainable possibilities to shape the places, communities and society that we live in through meeting our client's needs. Through the path we are on to delivering a green future, the result is something that everyone can be proud of. Named as Building's Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2023, we're known for delivering outstanding sustainable projects for our communities, planet, and society. Some of these projects have recently received industry accolades, including Cleveland Pools winning the Conservation and Regeneration category at the Construction Excellence South West Awards 2023;Bay Technology Centre named Commercial Project of the Year at the British Construction Industry Awards 2022; YGG Tan-y-Lan picked out in the Integration and Collaborative Working category at Construction Excellence Wales Awards 2022; The Deaf Academy singled out for its Universal Design at the Civic Trust Awards 2022; and Bristol's iconic waterfront Wapping Wharf Living sweeping up at the Bristol Property Awards. An opportunity to develop your soft skills, as well your technical skills Excellent health benefits25 days of holiday (buy/sell up to five days), accrue 1 day extra every 2 years, with bonus holidays too! An earlier finish on Friday (4pm!) An opportunity to give back: "Day off for good cause" (on a workday) A huge range of flexible benefits, including climate perks and an EV car leasing scheme A place to feel included We champion diversity, equity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we commit to supporting our employees and ensure we create a safe environment that nurtures you to perform at your best. Offering our people flexibility is an important factor in achieving this aim. We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of theprotected characteristics . We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us. Looking for the next steps? Once you have completed your application through our careers site, we aim to review and respond to you as soon as your application's been reviewed. If shortlisted, a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will call you for an initial pre-screen by phone (typically 30 minutes) to help us assess your motivations and interest in the position and Hydrock. If you progress following this telephone pre-screen, you will be invited to attend a formal interview by video conference (Microsoft Teams) or in our offices. For the latest updates and news, connect with us on our LinkedIn page ! It's impossible to note all the many wonderful stories and achievements, when marking the end of another brilliant 365 days, so instead we give you our end of year video - enjoy - we did! Natural daylight is fundamental for our sleep quality, mood, productivity and overall mental health - it's one of the most crucial elements of a building's design.
Excellent opportunity for a construction Delay Managing Consultant/Associate Director to join a highly regarded construction delay and expert witness team and work on a variety of domestic and international construction disputes. Excellent opportunity for a construction Delay Managing Consultant/Associate Director to join a highly regarded construction delay and expert witness team and work on a variety of domestic and international construction disputes. You will work closely alongside a Who's Who Legal (WWL) recommended delay expert. You will work closely with the expert witness and provide forensic analysis on numerous reports, all the time receiving training and support to develop your skills and capabilities, whilst also working independently and managing your own work. The client's office is in central London and the employer is happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, which will include regular days in the office as well as some home working where appropriate. Responsibilities and Duties Acting as the lead assistant to the expert witness in arbitrations and adjudications. Independently writing expert reports. Acting on behalf of employer and contractor bodies in both international and UK domestic markets. Understand major retrospective and prospective methods of delay analysis and apply them in a robust and effective manner to establish and analyse the nature, cause and extent of critical and non-critical path delays to projects. Desired Skills and Experience Approximately 5 years of experience in this niche industry with a dispute specialist doing delay work, as well as a foundation in planning, engineering or project management. Experience in adjudications, arbitrations and mediations. Experience in using programming software including Primavera and Asta Powerproject. An appreciation of the common methods of delay analysis, as set out in the Society of Construction Law Delay and Disruption Protocol. Ability to forensically investigate and analyse baseline and progress-updated programmes using the industry standard programming software packages, including making appropriate logic changes to the programmes, as necessary, to analyse the nature and extent of both critical and non-critical delay. Ability to conduct methodical, thorough and detailed investigations and analysis (using a range of contemporaneous documents) to establish facts relevant to the nature, extent and causes of delay to all stages of the construction process on a wide range of construction and engineering project types, including (but not limited to) residential & commercial buildings, stadiums, conference centres, power plants, oil & gas related projects, roads & bridges, schools, hospitals, hotels, railways, airports, pharmaceutical & research buildings and marine related projects. High quality of presentational skills, both written and oral. It is essential that all work generated is presented in a clear and structured manner (in the form of chronologies of events, internal file notes and spreadsheets), supported by clear cross-referencing to the relevant documents analysed. This is not only to ensure clear communication during the delay analysis process, but also to produce documents that can be used as appendices to the expert report that will stand up to scrutiny by the opposing party and Tribunal / Court. An appreciation for the time and cost constraints under which expert witness work is carried out. This requires the candidate to manage work delegated to him/her to ensure the timely completion of tasks (to the quality expected) having regard to the overall timescale for the delay analysis dictated by instructing solicitors / clients. The ability to engage with confidence with solicitors and clients. Top candidates will also be able to bring in their own work, and develop business. Qualifications/Educational Requirements A Degree in a relevant construction subject Ideally a Masters degree in Construction Law Employing Company Overview and Profile The hiring company is a small but highly reputable disputes consultancy with WWL recommended Delay and Quantum experts in the business, which proudly offers a different working environment to the larger consultancy firms in the market. They are looking to hire an individual who sees the benefits of working for a smaller business and can embrace it. The candidate may have several options for where to work in central London as well as the possibility of some home working since this employer is flexible with the candidate's work schedules and has a collaborative working environment. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives + Basic salary in the region of £90k-£120k (DOE) + Contribution to the candidate's personal pension plan + Private health insurance cover + Mobile phone + Relevant professional fees paid + Annual discretionary bonus Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position (Office hours 8.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday) Senior Claims Consultant Brisbane, Queensland - Circa AUS$150k-200k Dispute Resolution Consultant Central London - to GBP£75,000 plus Bonus Negotiable DOE Recommend this job to a friend and get a £500-£1000 cash reward for successful matches.
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
Excellent opportunity for a construction Delay Managing Consultant/Associate Director to join a highly regarded construction delay and expert witness team and work on a variety of domestic and international construction disputes. Excellent opportunity for a construction Delay Managing Consultant/Associate Director to join a highly regarded construction delay and expert witness team and work on a variety of domestic and international construction disputes. You will work closely alongside a Who's Who Legal (WWL) recommended delay expert. You will work closely with the expert witness and provide forensic analysis on numerous reports, all the time receiving training and support to develop your skills and capabilities, whilst also working independently and managing your own work. The client's office is in central London and the employer is happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, which will include regular days in the office as well as some home working where appropriate. Responsibilities and Duties Acting as the lead assistant to the expert witness in arbitrations and adjudications. Independently writing expert reports. Acting on behalf of employer and contractor bodies in both international and UK domestic markets. Understand major retrospective and prospective methods of delay analysis and apply them in a robust and effective manner to establish and analyse the nature, cause and extent of critical and non-critical path delays to projects. Desired Skills and Experience Approximately 5 years of experience in this niche industry with a dispute specialist doing delay work, as well as a foundation in planning, engineering or project management. Experience in adjudications, arbitrations and mediations. Experience in using programming software including Primavera and Asta Powerproject. An appreciation of the common methods of delay analysis, as set out in the Society of Construction Law Delay and Disruption Protocol. Ability to forensically investigate and analyse baseline and progress-updated programmes using the industry standard programming software packages, including making appropriate logic changes to the programmes, as necessary, to analyse the nature and extent of both critical and non-critical delay. Ability to conduct methodical, thorough and detailed investigations and analysis (using a range of contemporaneous documents) to establish facts relevant to the nature, extent and causes of delay to all stages of the construction process on a wide range of construction and engineering project types, including (but not limited to) residential & commercial buildings, stadiums, conference centres, power plants, oil & gas related projects, roads & bridges, schools, hospitals, hotels, railways, airports, pharmaceutical & research buildings and marine related projects. High quality of presentational skills, both written and oral. It is essential that all work generated is presented in a clear and structured manner (in the form of chronologies of events, internal file notes and spreadsheets), supported by clear cross-referencing to the relevant documents analysed. This is not only to ensure clear communication during the delay analysis process, but also to produce documents that can be used as appendices to the expert report that will stand up to scrutiny by the opposing party and Tribunal / Court. An appreciation for the time and cost constraints under which expert witness work is carried out. This requires the candidate to manage work delegated to him/her to ensure the timely completion of tasks (to the quality expected) having regard to the overall timescale for the delay analysis dictated by instructing solicitors / clients. The ability to engage with confidence with solicitors and clients. Top candidates will also be able to bring in their own work, and develop business. Qualifications/Educational Requirements A Degree in a relevant construction subject Ideally a Masters degree in Construction Law Employing Company Overview and Profile The hiring company is a small but highly reputable disputes consultancy with WWL recommended Delay and Quantum experts in the business, which proudly offers a different working environment to the larger consultancy firms in the market. They are looking to hire an individual who sees the benefits of working for a smaller business and can embrace it. The candidate may have several options for where to work in central London as well as the possibility of some home working since this employer is flexible with the candidate's work schedules and has a collaborative working environment. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives + Basic salary in the region of £90k-£120k (DOE) + Contribution to the candidate's personal pension plan + Private health insurance cover + Mobile phone + Relevant professional fees paid + Annual discretionary bonus Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position (Office hours 8.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday) Senior Claims Consultant Brisbane, Queensland - Circa AUS$150k-200k Dispute Resolution Consultant Central London - to GBP£75,000 plus Bonus Negotiable DOE Recommend this job to a friend and get a £500-£1000 cash reward for successful matches.