Job Description
Project Manager required by NIHE to oversee the delivery of major adaptation projects Your new company The services of Hays have been retained by our client, the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, to recruit a Project Manager (major adaptations) on an ongoing temporary contract basis to work from their office in Derry / Londonderry. Your new role You will assist the Senior Project Manager in the delivery of the Major Adaptations Programme, managing and co-ordinating the delivery of Major Adaptations on-site in line with Occupational Therapists' recommendations. This will include: To develop, design and manage on-site Major Adaptations in accordance with NIHE's standards, policies and procedures.
To carry out whole house surveys including drainage and site levels to facilitate the construction of Major Adaptations to the specification set out by the Occupational Therapist. To develop the required documentation for any statutory approvals in the development of Major Adaptations. To lead on project management of major adaptations' construction within agreed timeframes, quality and budget targets with minimum supervision.
To brief consultants and contractors, negotiate appointments and ensure that the Major Adaptation is delivered on time and within budget in accordance with NIHE Policy and Procedures. To draw up realistic timetables and ensure projects meet time targets without compromising quality. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this position, you must have the following: A degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification in a Building/Construction related discipline plus 1 year’s relevant experience working within a Building/Construction Function, or; A BTEC Higher or equivalent Level 5 qualification in a Building/Construction related discipline plus 2 years’ relevant experience working within a Building/Construction function, or; Equivalent continuing professional development/experiential learning and at least 3 years’ relevant experience working within a Building/Construction function.
Additionally, you should be able to demonstrate significant experience in 3 of the following 5 areas: Development of Major Adaptations in line with Occupational Therapists recommendations, including the provision of whole house surveys, drainage and site levels to facilitate Occupational Therapist specifications. Providing detailed plans for relevant statutory applications, and the development of drawings for on-site use. Experience of using AutoCad or other drawing packages in the development of full working drawings.
Effectively controlling expenditure and ensuring projects are managed in line with the budget for NEC maintenance contracts. Ensuring projects/works are effectively managed and delivered in line with agreed targets, standards and procedures and that stakeholders are engaged throughout. You should also be able to demonstrate an understanding of the NEC 3 or NEC 4 Suite of Contract and their application in project management.
What you'll get in return This position offers an immediate start with the opportunity to work with Northern Ireland's largest social landlord. You will be paid via Hays on a weekly basis. It is our understanding that this role will be recruited on a permanent basis in due course.
What you need to do now Please contact Andrew McLarnon to discuss this position in confidence. Alternatively, please apply using the link attached to register your interest. 4640123
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