Department: CWCL ______________ Company: Canary Wharf Contractors Limited ______________ Reporting to: Associate Director Our Culture and Values: Working at Canary Wharf Group means working for a forward thinking, collaborative team. We hire staff who strive to make a difference and achieve the highest standards. Everyone is empowered to make a difference and our ethos encourages everyone to think like an owner. Our business puts our customers and people at the heart of everything, we work to meet their needs and exceed expectations. Our mission is to empower our people, engage our communities and create sustainable places. Our values help us achieve exceptional results: Excellenc e: Commit to achieving the best with integrity Collaboration: Make use of our vast experience and knowledge to work effectively together Engagement: Develop our people, our communities, our stakeholders and our suitable environment and be exceptional while respecting others Ownership: Take responsibility and pride in what we deliver. Everyone has the opportunity to make a difference. Innovation: Embrace change and encourage innovation Job Summary: To be responsible for the procurement, implementation, and close-out of the architectural finishes packages. Salary up to £80,000 dependent on experience. Main Responsibilities: Develop scope documents for the tender packages. Working closely with Design Managers and external consultants to develop a good level of design and the ability to resolve technical design and buildability issues. Ensure that the design deliverables are prepared in a timely and comprehensive manner to support the tender programme. Pre-qualify potential tenderers, in accordance with internal procedures and compile a final tender list. Compile the tender documents and issue to the tenderers. Manage the tender process. Issue necessary updates of the tender documents, respond to tender queries and conduct mid-tender meetings. Maintain a complete written record of all communications throughout the tender period. Evaluate tender returns on technical, commercial, and programme base lines. Manage the post-tender period to obtain clarifications from the tenderers. Carry out appropriate commercial negotiations of the tenders and prepare a recommendation for award. Manage the preparation of the Contract Documents. Upon award of the Contract, advise the unsuccessful tenderers of the award status and archive all tender returns. Conduct a kick-off meeting to advise the successful Contractor of procedures for site logistics, health and safety, environmental issues, technical and programme submittals, document control, quality control, valuations and all such other requirements of the contract. Ensure that all other members of the project team are fully informed as to the activities of the Contractor. Ensure the Contractor submits all programmes, technical documents, samples and drawings in accordance with the requirements of the programme and that these submittals are promptly reviewed by all relevant parties. Conduct and prepare written minutes of regular progress meetings with the Contractors. Perform factory inspections to assess the Contractor’s manufacturing progress. Ensure that Contractor’s submittals, requests for information and clarifications are promptly and completely responded to by the Design Consultants. Ensure that the Contractor’s work is adequately supervised and regularly inspected for quality and completion. Carry out regular inspections of the Contractors work. Maintain up to date lists of defects and incomplete works and perform rigorous follow-up to ensure prompt rectification by the Contractor. Upon completion of the Contractor’s work, ensure that all records and certificates are promptly handed-over. Ensure that the Contractor provides accurate and complete information for the O&M Manuals, the as-built drawings, and the Health & Safety file. Manage any changes in the design to minimise exposure to increased cost and adverse programme impact. Assist the Cost Manager in the regular valuation of the work and in the assessment of costs associated with work outside of the original contract scope. With other members of the project team, manage the interface with the works of other Contractors. Maintain a detailed written record of the Contractor’s progress and ensure that all relevant records are archived. Prepare a final report on the package, including a commentary on “lessons learned” and the performance of the Contractor. Discharge responsibilities for Health and Safety as set out in the Canary Wharf Group Health Safety and Welfare manual also the Canary Wharf Group Construction Health and Safety Plan both in respect of the package and integration of the overall project. To carry out any other reasonable duties as assigned by Senior Management. What We Require of You: A relevant Degree (or an equivalent level of qualification), for example in Construction / Building Studies is desirable. It is essential that the incumbent hold a technical qualification equivalent to C&G HNC & ONC Building studies as a minimum. The incumbent must have experience of managing such finishes as dry lining, high quality stone and block work, timber finishes and toilet fit out. First-hand experience with fast-track design and construction programmes is essential. A proven background of having achieved quality results with architectural finishes is essential. It is essential that the incumbent has proven quality construction experience gained from a combination of contracting, construction management and/or the commercial development sector. A self-motivated and tenacious individual who posses the ability to work well as part of the project team. It is essential that the incumbent possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially when dealing with Contractors, Design Consultants, Statutory Authorities, and Technical Support Staff. Attention to detail and an ability to make commercially aware decisions is essential. It is essential that the incumbent be conscious of, and actively promote the adherence of Health & Safety Standards and Procedures. The incumbent must be fully conversant in Health & Safety Issues, as they apply to fast-track high rise construction. The incumbent must be competent in assessing and commenting on the adequacy of Method Statements and Risk Assessments. A commitment to continuing professional development is essential. It is essential that the incumbent is computer literate with experience of document management systems. Experience of using Asite is desirable. What We Offer: Diversity and Inclusion: We recognise the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment, in order for everyone to reach their full potential. We also recognise that it makes business sense, since being an inclusive employer leads to better business performance and higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills and are committed to fostering a culture whereby everyone can reach their full potential. Flexible Working: As an inclusive employer, we recognise the positive impact flexible working can have on an individual, their wellbeing, engagement and productivity. Therefore, we are open to consider flexible working arrangements, both temporary or permanent. Learning and Development: At Canary Wharf Group, our employees receive a wide range of support to help improve their skills and achieve their career goals. We offer development opportunities through classroom and e-learning training, mentoring, cross department experience and on the job learning. We heavily invest in our staff attaining accreditations to develop existing and new skills, support chartered status, sponsorships and provide further educational opportunities which are job and business related. We never stand still and continually invest in developing skills and knowledge to ensure individual and company growth. Other Benefits: We are committed to building a safe, happy and healthy community for our employees and we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, all designed with our employees and their wellbeing in mind. From generous pension and insurance plans, to health benefits, subsidised gym membership, store discounts and family leave, our benefits package allows our employees to choose the benefits that suit them and their individual needs. If you are interested in joining our highly professional and skilled team for our next exciting phase of development, please complete the form on this page to apply online. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint at any point.