transport projects?
Would you like to work for an International multi disciplined
consultancy in Dublin?
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PROJECT/CONTRACTS MANAGER / ADMINISTRATOR - TRANSPORT PROJECTS -
DUBLIN
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our client is a large multinational engineering consultancy that
undertakes works in the highway and public realm and transportation
areas.
The individual will work as a key part of a small core team drawing on
specialist and experts from various disciplines as required.
The individual would ideally have experience in a contract
administration role and some experience in managing disparate
projects, ideally in the highway, transportation or construction
industries.
They must be able to work effectively with limited direct supervision,
have excellent written communication skills and have a good
understanding of project management techniques.
They will be working with Contractors, Clients and Internal Teams.
The Project involves the provision of contract management, project
management and technical advice, and any other services to support the
client’s requirements, in connection with highway infrastructure
operations and maintenance.
The services provided include the following:
Undertaking day to day contract management and performance monitoring
activities, including periodic audits on existing tunnel systems and
operations, as well as Motorway Traffic Control Centre (MTCC)
operations and compliance by the O&M Contractor with existing contract
requirements;
Development and management of detailed contract variations or task
orders in respect of tunnel life cycle renewal and upgrade activities;
Administration and monitoring of PPP Contracts including checking of
key documentation deliverables and the carrying out of periodic audits
and checks on existing tunnel and motorway service area facility
systems and operations;
Providing advice on matters relating to NEC3 Contract administration
or any other contract that may be entered into in respect of a
tunnel/service area;
Providing advice on and monitoring compliance with Tunnel Safety
Directive obligations across all tunnels on the national road network;
Providing project and programme management services in connection with
the client’s schemes which impact the Project’s facilities and
their operation; and
Additional ad hoc advice as may be required in relation to the
services provision
Key Duties
The individual will report to and support the Commission Manager in
delivering programme and project management and technical advice and
services to the client(s).
Monitor contractual compliance by the contractor, and early
identification of issues and problems
Coordinate the input of specialists from internal project teams and
external resources
Maintain a detailed knowledge on the status of the projects at all
times and be able to report internally;
Support the Commission Manager and ensure effective management of
contracts including progress reporting, milestones and interim
valuations, early warnings, compensation events, changes etc.
Assist with engaging and coordinating the input of specialists from
internal project teams and external resources
Review submissions by Contractor for compliance in connection with
Task Orders and Contractual requirements, and that deliverables are
submitted in a timely and an acceptable manner, and arranging for
technical review by appropriate matter specialist where
appropriate;
Propose alternatives for expediting / recovering of project schedules
with contractors for presentation to, and agreement with, the client
Attend Risk Reduction meetings and record actions and mitigations
agreed
Draft and / or review communications and correspondence to
contractors.
Develop in liaison with the Commission Manager a programme of audits,
inspections and checks and coordinate the internal and specialist
resources required to deliver the programme
Review all requests for compensation by the Contractor for extra work
and co-ordinate their further review and approval;
Prepare and assist with the undertaking of periodic reviews of the
contractor’s and PPP Co.s services and prepare a report with
findings and recommendations to ensure conformance and effectiveness
of the quality system; and
Ensure internal procedures and processes are mapped, formalised and
amended when necessary
Mentor junior team members and manage the delivery of their work.
To prepare and present reports and presentations to the client team
and other key stakeholders
To liaise with other teams and within the wider business and other key
stakeholders
Preparation of all necessary reports;
Manage day to day operational duties;
Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease
turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively
and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
Develop and deliver progress reports, analyse results and troubleshoot
problem areas.
REQUIREMENTS
A level eight qualification recognised by the National Framework of
Qualifications/Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), or other
equivalent qualification in the field of civil, structural, mechanical
or electrical/electronic engineering
5 years’ post-graduate experience in working with infrastructural
projects.
Ideally, the candidate will have experience working in a tunnelling
environment and in the management of the operation and maintenance of
infrastructure facilities.
Highly desirable for the individual to have / be:
Experience of working on an Infrastructure O & M scheme
Knowledge of Intelligent Transport Systems and experience of working
on ITS schemes
Well versed in modern procurement and contract management techniques
Familiarity with the operation and maintenance (O & M) of highway
infrastructure or similar sector would be an advantage
Familiarity with PPP contracts, the NEC3 contract and their mechanisms
Understanding of commercial risk and procurement strategies
Comfortable in a Matrix management environment as part of an
integrated team delivering the Project’s objectives
Experience of managing multidisciplinary highway projects
Knowledge of current national, regional and local guidance/standards
with regards to the fields of highway engineering. Knowledge of the
DMRB.
PACKAGE
Contract Rates € *-€ *
per hour
Long term contract
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment: EUR 55 - 60 Per Hour
Category: Construction
