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Groundworks Lead

April 3, 2023 | Comments Off on Groundworks Lead

We have an exiting opportunity for a Groundworks Lead to join the Operations team in Donabate within our Ireland business. In this role you will lead and manage a multi-discipled team of contractors and consultants to deliver Groundworks projects from inception through to conclusion of all matters. You will be responsible for all component elements, Financial, Contractual, Programming, Pre-Construction Planning, Health and Safety and Project Management. Role Details
  • Salary: €50,000 - €55,000
  • Role based: Donabate
  • Contract type: Permanent
  • Annual leave: 25 day plus bank holidays
Role Responsibilities
  • Assist in generating orders by attending client sites and producing / managing tender submissions including Groundworks quotations, Scope of Works (SOW) and other supporting documents / information to ensure proposals are accurate, value engineered and fit for purpose.
  • Carry out internal business development to build and maximise potential new opportunities.
  • In conjunction with members of the Project group, manage the pre-construction planning of projects taking ownership of Groundworks related requirements including (but not limited to) site set up, contractor appointment, programming, health & safety plan and confirming / distributing scope of works, drawings & associated documentation to parties as required.
  • Prior to commencement brief the Projects Controller, (or contractors and other stakeholders) on the details and requirements of the project and ensure they have received all applicable information / documentation to undertake their role.
  • Throughout the duration of works on site, be responsible for overall project management of Groundworks including interfacing with Colleagues, external clients and contractors / consultants as required, work closely with the Site Controller to ensure risks are identified and mitigated in a timely manner and delivery requirements are met.
  • Ensure the Portakabin commercial position is robust by obtaining multiple quotations when necessary and appraising contractors documentation to demonstrate compliance with the opportunity requirements, and value for money.
  • Protect and enhance income, margin and cash flow through the managing of client facing value, subcontractor accounts and project variations. Ensure subcontractor claims are valid and costed correctly and drive value recovery from clients where justifiable. Place and administer subcontractor orders including payments. Proactively manage financial performance / forecasting and support the Ireland BU management team in the same.
  • Effectively manage internal systems (e.g. SAP) to ensure project information (e.g. quotations) customer and financial information (e.g. value / costs) are kept up to date and systems are aligned.
  • Personify the Portakabin "Zero Harm" philosophy and promote a culture of proactive Health and Safety management by ensuring safe working and giving consideration to Health and Wellbeing.
  • Ensure that all works and operations are carried out and completed in accordance with any applicable project specific specifications and quality systems.
Benefits & Opportunities
  • Option to buy 5 days of Annual Leave
  • PRSA
  • Sick Pay Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company Vehicle
  • A chance to give back to your community with an annual Volunteering Day Off
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
There is also great opportunity for career progression within Portakabin! Our Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who has:
  • Leaving Cert (or equivalent)
  • A Degree in Construction Studies / Project Management is highly desirable
  • Previous experience in a construction project related role
  • Proven experience of managing Health and Safety within a construction environment
  • Proficient at interpreting / recording client requirements and planning actions to deliver
  • Demonstrate ability to work independently and drive new initiatives
  • Technical knowledge specific to Groundworks operations
  • Full Irish driving licence
Even if you do not match all of our `ideal' criteria we would still be very keen to receive your CV as we love developing our people and may feel that you could be developed into this role. About Portakabin As innovators in the science of building, we provide modular buildings for hire and sale, as well as supplying refurbished buildings and construction site accommodation. We deliver building solutions for organisations of any size, in sectors ranging from manufacturing, education and health to transport, utilities and construction. Portakabin employs more than 2,000 people across ten European countries. Apply Now !
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