fibres, that results to a person being exposed to asbestos fibres, is recorded on the School ' s Accident / Incident form and the School ' s Health and Safety Officer is notified. The Asbestos Man - ager will also investigate the circumstances of the incident that gave rise to the uncontrolled release of asbestos fibres in conjunction with the Schoo l' s Health and Safety Officer and all other relevant parties. Decision Making The post holder will be given delegate authority and decision making for particular projects, policies and office / staff management matters 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. Working Relationships & Contacts • To liaise with Senior Management, Conveners 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. • To consult and liaise with other School Officers in respect of specification issues, undertaking any generic requirements and standards for equip- ment, suppliers and workmanship. • To focus on the requirements of ‘ end u and direct consultants to consider the outcomes of the briefing and consultation process, subject to the approvals of the requisite authorities. • Act as the first point of contact where Statutory Authorities need to be informed or consulted e.g. Local Planning Authorities, Building Control, Eng- lish Heritage and Water Authorities. Facilitate the incorporation of their processes required under the terms for Capital Project Funding. 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, and access platforms. Utilis- ing all necessary personal protective equipment. To access rooftops, plant rooms, and service voids as necessary.
other building and development matters requir- ing attention
THE ROLE
Asbestos Management Role • project managing the collation of the Schoo l' s Asbestos Register for all buildings within the portfolio where the School is the ' assistant duty holder ' , including all new acquisitions, through re-inspections. Manage the E-Risk Asbestos Regis - ter web-site portal: • maintaining the register and keep records up to date through information provided by other Es- tates ' staff and through works undertaken by the Asbestos Manager; • instructing, directing and liaising with the School ' s appointed asbestos surveyors, analysts and re- moval contractors; • assessing, reviewing and recommending man- agement action following periodic inspections, changes in regulations and / or current good practice; • Managing remedial works: • overseeing asbestos management contracts and in association with refurbishment contracts; • inspecting materials thought to contain asbestos that is not on the register and advise on remedial action that should be taken; • assessing the appropriate level of analytical sup- port and attendance; • informing appropriate staff and liaising with departmental administrators in respect of asbes- tos-related works; • reviewing and implementing reports and au- dits by Health and Safety Officer and asbestos consultant. • participating in the organisation and implementa- tion of asbestos awareness seminars and talks for Estates staff; • regular dialogue with the Health and Safety Officer; • providing the HSE and other related bodies with details of asbestos management procedures where relevant. • Record keeping, ensuring that all statutory doc- uments generated by the asbestos works are properly completed and a record kept; • keeping detailed project records relating to asbes - tos remedial or investigative works; • When notified of an uncontrolled escape of asbestos fibres, ensure records are forwarded by Maintenance Supervisors, so that the nature of the incident can be assessed in order to ensure the correct procedures have been followed. The Asbestos Manager is responsible for ensuring that as far as is reasonably practicable any incident that involves an uncontrolled release of asbestos
Job title:
Project Manager
Department Division:
Capital Development Estates Division
Accountable to:
Director, Assistant Director, Capital Development
Job Summary The post holder will be a key member of the Capital Development section of Estates. He / She will be giv- en delegated management authority to lead the briefing, design, procurement and handover of various conversion, refurbishment and new build capital projects at LSE. The post holder will also be expected to project manage his / her own jobs.
technical staff, consider and comment on the Consultants drawings and specifications. • To act as “ Secretary ” to the Project Work Group designated to oversee the implementation of each particular project, including the preparation of reports, agendas, minutes and presentations. • To discuss and present designs at various stages with School Working Groups, Committees, Plan- ning Officers and members of the Local Authority. • Where final designs exceed the capital expend - iture limits, to discuss options with the client, School staff and the professional team. • Upon receipt of Tenders, to review the situation • To make the necessary contractual arrangements with the successful tenderer. • At all stages of the project ensure that adequate mechanisms are in place for effective project cost control and that internal and external pro- ject management and control procedures are followed. • During the project construction stage, to direct and liaise with the professional team, to attend site meetings, take minutes and to monitor pro- gress, to ensure quality control, via the Clerk of Works and to arrange interim and final payments to the Contractor. • To arrange the selection and preparation of de- tailed furniture and equipment schedules moni- toring progress, finances and delivery. • To liaise with the client department, services section ( Estates ) and the Maintenance Section regarding the arrangements for commissioning and handover of the buildings. • After occupation of the building / s follows up any defects / snags, assess the practical workings of the facility and its fitness for purpose including post occupancy evaluation. • To ensure compliance with agreed environmental policies and procedures. • At the discretion of the Assistant Director and Director of Capital Development, deal with any
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Programme Management Role • To supervise external consultants teams, also deputising for the Senior Project Manager as and when required. • Prepare Capital / LTM Programmes in conjunction with Capital Development Director. • Prepare Project Programmes and monitoring pro - gress against Capital / LTM programmes through - out project. • Prepare Risk Registers – identifying and managing risk throughout the project. • To develop, in liaison with the Director and Assis- tant Director and office procedures for project / briefing, design development and contract / finan - cial control, implementation and handover. • To prepare and submit regular reports on pro- gress against programmes, budgets and briefing objectives. • To ensure that all procurement is carried out in accordance with LSE financial and purchasing policies and other procedures as set down by the Director Capital Development and / or Director of Estates. • To perform a pro-active leadership role, fostering high morale, innovation, co-operation and an ethos of high quality of service delivery. • To consult with the client department, senior School Officers and Estates staff regarding the desired facilities and possible source of finance • To prepare and present accommodation studies, budget costings, feasibility studies etc., • To prepare a preliminary design brief and spec- ification of client requirements, including con - straints, programme information and accommo- dation needs and relationships. • To prepare necessary contractual documentation and to appoint the professional team. • To develop the design brief with the Architects and in conjunction with the Client and Estates
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