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Construction Manager

THE ROLE

Provide effective and practical construction input into the contract execution phases of the assigned project to ensure constructability aspects of the project execution are adequately considered.

MAIN ACTIVITIES

* Ensure that construction hazards and risks are fully considered by engineers and contractors during the detailed engineering activities and that the appropriate mitigation is taken.

* Reviews all engineering documentation for compliance with contract requirements.

* Suggests new methods, procedures and work processes to continuously improve the project execution work process and support and promote all company and client site directives HSEQ, best practice, innovations, continual improvement.

* Is cognisant and aware of the commercial implications of decisions and the effect on construction activities.

* Keeps Project Management team (PM Team) informed about engineering progress and problems.

* Ensure coordination with all project stakeholders to facilitate project.

* Liaise with the Client and PM team to ensure timely and effective release of construction data/drawings and resolution of problems.

* Ensure that efficient and effective communications are maintained between the Client and PM team, ensuring that all reporting requirements are met.

* Proactive coordination of the project construction activities with diligent control of any modifications / changes during construction through the management of change process, in compliance with site standards and current legislation

* Ensure, through review and monitoring, that the construction schedules are maintained, and that early mitigation of slippage is appropriately actioned.

* Provide notification of any potential commercial risk or opportunity to the Project Management team for further action.

* Ensure all vendor paperwork is in place prior to the execution of the works including facilitation of risk assessments.

* Assist in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships between all assigned construction team members and the HSE team at all levels to provide a consistent approach and proactive, effective resolution of issues.

* Provide work packs for the supervision and trade teams to utilise for the erection and oversee the activities ensuring safety and quality are at the forefront of all aspect of the daily duties.

* Ensure permits to work for the working party are in place prior to work commencing.

* Ensure all Employer / EPCm Contractors Procedures, specifications and requirements are adhered to during the construction phase.

* Ensure that construction quality is maintained at an acceptable level, including compliance of all required records and tests; thus ensuring that turnover of each portion and the whole of the Works are successfully achieved

* Monitors performance and productivity of projects assigned engineering resources and provides feedback to supervisor and Pm team.

* Monitors adequacy of staffing on assigned projects and works with resource managers to make necessary adjustments.

* Strive for efficient delivery via initiatives such as right first time and fit for purpose.

* Where necessary co-ordinate the procurement and expedition of equipment and materials, including the review and technical approval of specifications, purchase requisitions, acceptance criteria, supplier documentation and validation of performance.

* Support the completions process

* Work as part of a team to successfully achieve the aims and objectives of the Project.

* Demonstrate flexibility and approachability.

* Assist and deputise the Project Manager as and when required.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Ability to communicate effectively within a team

Take responsibility and accountability for their own actions / assigned work

Demonstrates commitment to always working safely

Flexibility to comply with company and client requirements

Adaptable in utilising skills outside of core discipline

Ability to work with other team members / disciplines and in a multi - cultural environment

Desire for self-development; to learn and develop within the role and develop others when required.

Use of initiative/ be proactive to problem solve or work without direct supervision.

Behaves in an honest, fair and ethical manner.

Efficient in Microsoft Office

Ability to Lead, control and motivate a team

Ability to delegate tasks within your team

Strong organisational, planning and time management

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFCATIONS

Degree / HND or equivalent in either Mechanical/ Piping Engineering discipline or time served in relevant Engineering Discipline.

CCNSG Safety Passport or equivalent (e.g NEBOSH, EMSS)

Previous experience in management of Turnaround/ Projects

Delivery lifecycle and processes

Document control process

Procurement & expediting processes

Risk management

Budget management

Team leadership and management

Planning and scheduling

Competent and efficient with Microsoft Office software and computer skills