LSBU - Deputy Director Estates and Academic Environment (De…

2. Procurement/budget management The provision of advice on procurement options and the selection and appointment of consultants and contractors in line with University and EU procurement directives and best practice guidelines including the preparation of contract documentation in conjunction with the Procurement Department. Co-ordination of the pre-qualification process and recommendations to the University for all appointments/contracts (new projects). Review and periodical update of the framework agreements for the appointment of consultants and contractors. The preparation of all documentation and material required for procurement processes, contracts, returns for funding bodies etc. as required. The day to day management of a delegated budget including the preparation of an annual budget effective cost control and the preparation of financial reports as required. 3. Project Management To act as principal contact for all major capital works between contracted project managers, consultants, advisors, contractors, suppliers and the University. The provision of advice on programme and project risks. The provision of technical information and project strategic objectives for inclusion in funding applications and in support of statutory and funding approval. Responsibility for the strategic planning of combined programmes of projects. The preparation of applications for all necessary permissions and consents. Advise on practical aspects of developing designs, in particular aspects of buildability and construction logistics. Check compliance with regards health, safety, fire and associated issues and input into the preparation and co-ordination of statutory approval applications. Ensure all projects have up to date risk reviews and that timely mitigation strategies are in place if required. The identification and monitoring of the impact of changes to briefs and provide advice of any material change in terms of key dates, financial viability, quality or function. To maintain a system for the evaluation of completed projects to continuously improve the service provided by both EAE and the contractors/suppliers used.

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