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Project Manager: Mechanical & Electrical (BR13)

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Job Description

Who You Are

  • Good analytical skills with the ability to identify appropriate solutions.
  • Ability to assess maintenance works and ensure compliance with statutory and quality requirements.
  • Proficiency in preparing design documents, technical specifications, and contract documents.
  • Effective at presenting technical or complex information clearly to various audiences.
  • Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams of officers, contractors, and consultants.
  • Strong stakeholder management and attention to detail.
  • Solid project management and IT skills.
  • Flexible with the ability to influence and motivate others.
  • Knowledgeable in building legislation, Health and Safety requirements, and CDM regulations.
  • Extensive technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance and solution design.
  • Operational experience in project management, building maintenance, or estate management, preferably in the public sector.
  • Experience in contract management, procurement, and budget management.
  • Relevant qualifications in Mechanical Services engineering or related field, and ideally, a member of CIBSE or an equivalent professional body.
  • Physically able to undertake site inspections and owning a current driving license with the use of a vehicle.

What the Job Involves

  • Providing technical expertise for planned and reactive maintenance solutions on complex, sensitive, or large projects.
  • Overseeing the technical maintenance supply chain and ensuring tasks meet required standards.
  • Ensuring safe maintenance of the estate in compliance with legislative and regulatory provisions.
  • Leading the scoping of reactive maintenance projects and determining best-value repair options.
  • Creating design solutions, producing technical specifications, and overseeing contractor delivery.
  • Assisting in contract management for planned and reactive supply chains, including site checks and work validation.
  • Reviewing and inspecting contractor works to ensure they meet standards and statutory requirements.
  • Undertaking procurement activities related to consultants or contractors for maintenance projects.
  • Analyzing and recommending on design options to ensure project objectives and value for money.
  • Leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver maintenance projects on time and within budget.
  • Managing and monitoring project budgets and evaluating contractor valuations and payment requests.
  • Liaising with consultants, obtaining necessary approvals, and coordinating with the Estates and Asset Management team.
  • Ensuring project compliance with the Council's Financial Regulations and Contract Procedure Rules.
  • Managing Health and Safety responsibilities, including CDM regulations.
  • Providing advice to clients and building users, ensuring stakeholder engagement and project updates.
  • Representing the council and providing professional advice on building-related matters.
  • Maintaining continuous professional development through training and appraisal processes.
  • Maintaining high levels of customer focus and satisfaction, managing relationships with council staff, contractors, tenants, the public, and councillors.

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