Decision Making The post holder will be given some delegated authority and decision making responsibility for particular projects. This should be carried out within the bounds of the School procedures and financial approval system, to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and conform to all statutory requirements. This includes making decisions on creative solutions, being flexible in prioritising work and allocating staff resources to specific projects. Taking the necessary decisions to ensure risks from hazards and potential breaches of health and safety are managed to avoid criminal prosecution.
Liaison and Networking 1. To liaise with Senior Management and Senior Academics, to facilitate the requisite approvals at various stages within the project, from funding commitments, through RIBA work-stage ‘sign-offs’ to completion and handover. 2. To consult and liaise with other School Officers in respect of specification issues, undertaking any generic requirements and standards for equipment, suppliers and workmanship. 3. To focus on the requirements of ‘end users’ and direct consultants to consider the outcomes of the briefing and consultation process, subject to the approvals of the requisite authorities. 4. Act as a first point of contact where Statutory Authorities need to be informed or consulted e.g. Local Planning Authorities, Building Control, English Heritage and Water Authorities. Facilitate the incorporation of their processes required under the terms for Capital Project Funding.
5. By agreement with the Director of Finance and
Facilities, to discuss and agree details of Project Funding with representatives from the Funding Council, in respect of the reporting and auditing processes required under the terms for Capital Project Funding. 6. By agreement with the Director Capital Development or Project Working Group, to seek advice and implement recommendations from legal representatives. Flexibility To deliver services effectively, a degree of flexibility is needed, and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above. Circumstances To safely access all parts of construction sites, using site lifts, ladders, hoists, access platforms. Utilising all necessary personal protective equipment. To access roof tops, plant rooms, service voids as necessary.
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