The Role
• All line managers within E&FM. • Other service departments within the Univer- sity. • School and Departmental managers and ad- ministrators. • Finance Office. Standards of Performance • Performance in line with Personal Develop- ment Review and wider University strategy and objectives • Integration within the department and con- structive relationship management • Delivering projects safely in accordance with the project brief and providing value for mon- ey • Works carried out to required University and legislative standards. • Compliance with University procedures. • Effective management of multiple projects and University processes Points To Note The purpose of this job description is to indicate the general level of duties and responsibility of the post. The detailed duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character or level of responsibility entailed. Special Conditions All staff have a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff are therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety and Environmental Policy & Procedures. All staff should hold a duty and commitment to observing the University’s Equality & Diver- sity policy and procedures at all times. Duties must be carried out in accordance with relevant Equality & Diversity legislation and University policies/procedures. Successful completion of probation will be de- pendent on attendance at the University’s man- datory courses which include Respecting Diver- sity and, where appropriate, Recruitment and Selection. Organisational Responsibility Reports to the Head of Programme Manage- ment Office.
• To project manage capital works with a min- imum of supervision, preparing and present- ing reports as required. • To provide procurement advice to University clients on construction works. • To obtain briefs from clients and test the briefs. • To assist clients in preparation of design pro- posals and employers requirements. • Undertake feasibility studies and prepare budget estimates. • To develop design proposals with consult- ants as required. • To brief and appoint external consultants on project requirements and to monitor the per- formance of the team and the project. • To control and supervise contractors working on site. • To liaise with other members of E&FM and co-ordinate works. • To develop and maintain, in conjunction with the E&FM Services section, the standardisa- tion of specifications and working methods. • To understand and implement Health and Safety policies and requirements for yourself and others, commensurate with your level of responsibility within the Department to ena- ble you to discharge your other duties and responsibilities safely. Communication To work as an active member of the PMO sec- tion in the first instance and as a team member of E&FM. Training To attend appropriate personal development courses. Authority • To be responsible for the delivery of the core duties. • To raise orders and payments to suppliers and contractors for authorising by others. • To dispose of redundant goods and materi- als, following agreed procedures. • Such other authority specifically delegated.
The role of Project Manager With an estimated estates investment pro- gramme of c. £200m over the next 5 years, the University is seeking to appoint a Project Man- ager to join its Estates team. Working within a high-performing team of Project Managers, this is key role that takes responsibility for develop- ing, defining, procuring and managing a diverse range of refurbishment, maintenance and new building projects across the University’s diverse estate portfolio. Programme Management Office (PMO) The PMO is responsible for providing multi-dis- ciplinary consultancy services, including project management, for the University. The section mainly consists of architects, building surveyors, technicians, engineers, who manage the property portfolio and development require- ments of the University. These posts have been created to strengthen the existing project man- agement team in response to demand for super- vision of major/minor/LTM capital projects with values between £50k and £50m. Each project manager is expected to work with a minimum of supervision to deliver projects from inception to completion and to be able to demonstrate value for money for the University, though this is not necessarily a project at minimum cost. The section is based in attractive, modern, open plan, team oriented offices and is well equipped with the latest hardware and software.
Job Description
Job Grade: Management & Specialist Grade 7
Job Purpose To act as project manager/client representa- tive for the University on its major/minor/LTM capital projects responsible for appointing and managing teams of external consultants. The post-holder will be required to undertake the du- ties of a designer in taking briefs and other tech- nical works associated with the planning and execution of projects.
Functional Contacts • All staff within the PMO section • All staff within the Services section.
Job Duties
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