Job DescriptionOur 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; andAdditional ad hoc advice as may be required in relation to the services provision Key DutiesThe 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 problemsCoordinate the input of specialists from internal project teams and external resourcesMaintain 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 resourcesReview 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 clientAttend Risk Reduction meetings and record actions and mitigations agreedDraft 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 programmeReview 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; andEnsure internal procedures and processes are mapped, formalised and amended when necessaryMentor junior team members and manage the delivery of their work.To prepare and present reports and presentations to the client team and other key stakeholdersTo liaise with other teams and within the wider business and other key stakeholdersPreparation 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 serviceDevelop and deliver progress reports, analyse results and troubleshoot problem areas.RequirementsA 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 engineering5 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 schemeKnowledge of Intelligent Transport Systems and experience of working on ITS schemesWell versed in modern procurement and contract management techniquesFamiliarity with the operation and maintenance (O & M) of highway infrastructure or similar sector would be an advantageFamiliarity with PPP contracts, the NEC3 contract and their mechanismsUnderstanding of commercial risk and procurement strategiesComfortable in a Matrix management environment as part of an integrated team delivering the Project's objectivesExperience of managing multidisciplinary highway projectsKnowledge of current national, regional and local guidance/standards with regards to the fields of highway engineering.
Knowledge of the DMRB.PackageContract Rates €55-€60 per hourLong term contract
