The role of the National Paediatric Hospital Development Board (NPHDB) is to plan, design, build and equip the new children’s hospital. We are looking for aProject Manager - Fit Outwho will oversee the work of the Design Team and the Contractor and report to the Construction/Commissioning Director.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Vision:
- Contribute to the strategic completion of this project for the NPHDB
- Work with all relevant stakeholders to develop the vision for the new children’s hospital development project.
Planning and delivery
- To review and comment on the Contractors fitout and completions programme incorporating all elements of the project
- To contribute to the project reporting and control system which will enable the Board to meet its governance and reporting obligations, particularly in respect of tracking project timelines
- To assist in the development of appropriate critical path analysis and Gannt charts for the project with the NPHDB Project Controls Manager and the Design Team
Managing Resources & Performance:
- Undertake clear reporting mechanisms for the project and implement clear communication processes for the Board and management team
- Inspection of the works for compliance with specification, quality of workmanship, relevant standards and adherence to programme
- Quality checks on and off site
- Contribute to the implementation of an appropriate risk management strategy for the project
- Assess the contractor’s performance against the construction programme, monitor progress, develop suitable reporting systems and reports.
- Develop strategies to ensure the project is delivered on programme
Managing Relationships/Teamwork:
- Communicate on behalf of the NPHDB where required
- Liaise and engage with the Children’s Health Ireland as client for the project in relation to the brief and any aspect of the project as may arise
- Consult with and to maintain and develop relationships with key stakeholders as appropriate
Governance and reporting
- Provide appropriate and timely information, reports and advice to the Construction/Commissioning Director
- Manage the production of weekly and monthly project updates and related information
- Review and monitor quality, cost and timely delivery of the project by external consultants and contractors appointed by the Board
Qualifications and experience
- Main contractor background is preferred
- Architectural finished experience is preferred
- Possess strong communication and excellent leadership skills.
- Demonstrate the requisite and appropriate management skills to manage timely delivery and effective performance from the appointed Design Team.
- 15 years minimum senior design management experience; experience with projects in excess of €50 million, experience of healthcare design and construction environment essential.
- Proven experience in the fitout of complex hospital buildings
- Must be computer literate (MS Office, AutoCAD, and other relevant IT packages)
- Be familiar with Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) tools and software, including the implementation and management of Building Information Modelling (BIM) system of integrated design delivery.
Skills
- Leadership and Direction
- Managing in a Complex Environment
- Critical Analysis and Decision Making
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Personal Commitment and Motivation
Salary
€100k-€130k
Working Week
The standard working week applying to the post is 40 hours net.
Annual Leave
The annual leave associated with the post is 25 days.