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Head of Construction

April 27, 2023 | Comments Off on Head of Construction

Position: Head of Construction

Location: Dublin 22

Salary: Negotiable DOE

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this role is to lead and manage the Construction function. This incorporates the following Departments: Design, Procurement and site installation and production planning. This role is responsible for ensuring the management of centralised, integrated, smooth-flowing, well documented and easily accessible processes through the above Departments.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

  • Meticulous planning and monitoring of the day-to-day running of each Department is within the remit of this role, in conjunction with the Department Managers, to ensure the smooth progression of projects.
  • In conjunction with Department managers improve and further implement standardised processes and template documents to be followed by all Departments, in line with best practice. Such as but not limited to; a common programme template/system and information flow.
  • Oversee daily activities for each Department, to maximise scheduling and real-time utilisation of resources and workforce management planning.
  • Identify ways to increase efficiency across the Departments.
  • Develop and set key performance indicators and SLA metrics for each Department.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time as per the agreed programme and according to specifications and quality standards.
  • Enact contingency plans as needed; escalate and direct activities during a project if a problem is encountered.
  • Lead a 'lessons learned' analysis of any problems encountered during a project, providing input for future process improvements.
  • Develop, execute and own strategies and plans across each of the Departments.
  • Maintain and grow relationships with suppliers, clients, engineers, consultants and other key stakeholders, both internally and externally, to optimise operational performance.
  • Develop, monitor and report on operating costs within functional areas.
  • Monthly reporting of Project Status - budget & forecasts.
  • Keep up to date on information and technology affecting the functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance.
  • Assist in the delivery of key operational and strategic projects for the business.
  • Attend Board meetings and fulfil the key reporting requirements to the Board.
  • Develop, manage and motivate the teams within each of the Departments that fall under the scope of this role.
  • Partner with the HR Department to hire, train, develop and appraise Department teams effectively.
  • Establish credibility throughout the business and with the rest of the SMT, as an effective developer of solutions to meet business requirements.
  • Other ad hoc duties as required.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Minimum 10 years of Construction Industry experience
  • Experience of working within the construction industry is essential, and façades knowledge would be desirable.
  • A third-level qualification in an Engineering / Construction Management / Project Management discipline (or comparable equivalent) would be desirable.
  • MBA or further leadership education desirable but not essential
  • Proven success in achieving project programmes.
  • Possess extensive knowledge of project management principles and practices, and an ability to coach others on them.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and take full responsibility for own function.
  • Demonstrated commercial acumen.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • This is a Senior Leadership role, previous experience with board reporting required.
  • Self-starter, motivated, strong communicator, problem solver, team player.
  • Ability to deliver on projects.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • Ambitious, energetic with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to deal with a fast-moving dynamic environment.
  • Superior management skills: ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports peers and customers.
  • Ability to operate as an effective tactical as well as strategic thinker
  • Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Due to the urgency of this vacancy, it is not possible for our client at this time to consider anyone without the appropriate work permits, visas or sponsorship's already in place. Therefore, we are unable to consider candidates who do not have full authorization to work in Ireland. Applications submitted without the necessary visa in place will not be considered.

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