Equans is looking for a Defects Project Manager to join our team in Birmingham on an 18-month fixed term contract. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.
As part of the Project Management team, you will take full accountability for the delivery of Defect related projects or assist in the proving of defects under the FMA Contract. You will be expected to manage the P&L and H&S for your projects from concept to completion with support from the PFP Lead PM and Head of Projects. Your role will be fundamental to the efficient delivery of Defect projects to support the SPV (Client) with whom you will build relationships. You will be expected to work well with the remainder of the team and support the wider Operational team to ensure the business's Contractual delivery, while maintaining a strong Contractual position specifically around CDM.
This role is crucial to the delivery of all projects and lifecycle works on behalf of Equans and the Client. Meeting the Client's needs and ensuring works are delivered within budget and on time is paramount, and the post holder needs to reflect this in day-to-day operations. All projects must ensure a favorable financial return.
We are looking for a driven individual to add expertise and dimension to the team at the Hospital. The individual will be able to demonstrate flexibility and efficiency in responding to a changing workload and business imperatives while establishing excellent working relationships within the existing team and clients alike. Experience within a contractual, KPI-driven environment and exposure to a hospital PFI environment is a pre-requisite.
What will you deliver?
* Full Profit & Loss responsibility for your delivered projects & lifecycle works
* Build and sustain strong relationships with relevant stakeholders (Trust / SPV) at management level to ensure the delivery of the defect projects
* Work with the wider Project, Lifecycle, and operational teams to ensure all work is carried out efficiently to minimize disruption to the Trusts
* Ensure on-time delivery and margin optimization is achieved for all projects
* Support all phases of the project, from initial request to closeout, to meet all contractual requirements
* Support the Lead PFP PM with processes and governance across the site which will make the Queen Elizabeth contract a Centre of Excellence across the business area
* Continually refine the project delivery model to ensure the right resources and approach is deployed and optimized for each project
* Ensure project risks are identified and managed through effective mitigation measures. Manage the implementation of designated projects and ensure the project plan is maintained from inception to completion
* Monitor and communicate project financial performance and administration to the Lead PM to review targets against budget
* Oversee and support your team to coordinate operatives and suppliers in a planned and controlled manner ensuring efficiency and minimizing costs
* Implement and comply with Equans policies and procedures, all legal requirements, and best practices within Equans Group, including regular safety inspections within the allocated business area
* Conduct detailed discussions with Trust staff and careful planning to ensure that works can proceed with the minimum disruption to building users
* Ensure, as necessary, all drawings, specifications, and tender documents are prepared. Must adhere to requirements to be compliant with all statutory requirements including Health and safety
* Check and comment on designs and specifications provided by consultants for larger capital projects
* Monitor working procedures and performance of suppliers with particular regard to health and safety. Liaise closely with Technical Services and Estates Maintenance Managers to assist with monitoring and performance measurement
* Responsible for undertaking work in any other building/property/location as required
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus, and benefits package, which includes:
* 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
* Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
* Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
* Cycle to work scheme
* 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
* Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
* Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
* Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Who are we looking for?
* Proven background in FM, maintenance delivery, and the PFI environment
* A strong Project Manager, with a proven track record working in Healthcare and delivering projects in a live environment
* Strong Commercial awareness to manage and flow Supplier Contracts downstream
* Ability to understand Local Authority legislation, Planning Applications, Fire and Building Regulations Approvals
* High level of verbal, written, and numeric skills and must be computer literate. A sound knowledge of standard spreadsheet packages and computerized estates and project management systems
* Must be able to work with all stakeholders and operational staff, be self-motivating, able to work on own initiative, and liaise and delegate effectively with staff operating in a multi-disciplinary environment
* A sound knowledge of building and engineering services design and associated British Standards
* A sound knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Construction Design and Management Regulations, and other relevant statutory requirements
* Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of technical and estates and building issues in the provision of construction, maintenance, and FM services
* Financially aware and able to use Equans finance software (Coupa) to support the team in the delivery of projects
* HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a building or engineering discipline
* Considerable experience operating in the public and/or private sector with a demonstrable track record of directly managing small works within a large and complex estate
This role includes a DBS Standard check; therefore, the ability to pass is essential.
Who are we?
Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly, employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration, and energy services with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy, and decentralized renewables.
Equans 13, UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organizations, and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work, and live.
Equans is a Bouygues group company.
What's next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals, and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act.
At Equans, we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of what we do; should you join Equans, you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.
You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a relocation package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related inquiries must come to the resourcing team, not direct to Equans Managers.
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