Head of Capital Projects - QMUL

6. Lead and manage stakeholder co-ordination and inputs to the projects for which they are responsible including internal client departments, external designers, planning authorities, building regulations, Information Technology Systems, Safety Office, other Estates and Facilities colleagues in accordance with agreed standards and procedures 7. Manage both design and contract programmes with designers and contractors and monitoring to ensure programme objectives are achieved for all projects the post holder is responsible for. Lead the liaison and meetings with client groups, design teams, maintenance teams, Estates and Facilities, management teams and others during the design, contract and handover period. 8. Manage works in progress; lead, direct and co-ordinate internal site supervision staff and/or external consultants involved in projects ensuring that work is delivered to the highest possible standards. Take appropriate action where performance falls below the standards required.

9. Manage the preparation and dissemination of post contract project reviews following consultation with project stakeholders ensuring that key lessons learned are circulated to internal and external teams

10. Manage the co-ordination of the commissioning, furnishing and handover of new and refurbished buildings/accommodation.

11. Actively monitor performance of Consultants and Contractors to meet the University’s requirements, provide recommendations/reports on action required to ensure the Universities interests are protected.

12. Responsible for preparing information and reports on the projects for which you are responsible and presenting them to relevant University committees as and when required in an accurate and timely manner.

13. Responsible for the maintenance of documentation and records in accordance with quality standards and the co-ordination and updating of the University Record Drawings database.

14. To serve as a senior member of the Capital Projects Team and contribute as a team member to the formulation of policy and its implementation. Work closely with the senior management team to provide Estates and Facilities input into the development of strategic plans. 15. Responsible for ensuring safe working practices across all development, construction and engineering project work, developing and enforcing clear guidelines and liaising with the Estates and Facilities Health and Safety Manager to ensure the health and safety of yourself, team and other parties at all times. 16. Support the delivery of an effective and professional project management service by leading by example, sharing knowledge and providing support to team members as required. Lead, motivate and manage a small team of project managers (of varying grades), undertake regular performance and development reviews and make recommendations on future development and training needs. Effectively monitor, check and approve work delegated to more junior staff. 17. Build expert knowledge and work across the Division to share lessons learnt and best practice To deliver a customer focused service to internal clients and ensure that regular customer surveys are undertaken as a performance improvement tool.

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