Project Manager Lead - Construction & Engineering

Job Title: Project Manager Lead - Construction & EngineeringDepartment: EngineeringJob Type: PermanentHours: 39 per week (Full-Time)  Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do. Role PurposeTo manage and to provide assistance to the Facility & Project Manager in managing existing and future projects. Qualifications/ Experience·      Preferably 3rd level with Degree, Diploma or National Craft Certificate in Electrical or Building Services Engineering, Project Management or equivalent·       Skilled in Business Packages. Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Power Point etc.·       Basic competency in Auto CAD or other CAD package·      5+ years post qualification experience in a complex environment·      Previous experience working in a hospital environment desirable·      3+ years’ experience operating at senior management level·      Good Communication and interpersonal skills ·      Programme and Project management with experience of construction / significant refurbishment works·      Business and commercial acumen – tendering, contract negotiation, development of business cases and associated Return on Investment calculations, post implementation reviews·      Understanding of relevant external environments and/or platforms with which hospital processes/ applications are required to interface·      Determination and persistence·      Creativity and problem-solving capability Key Responsibilities·      Develop and define Project scopes and Client Briefs as required.·      Assist in the creation of the Project Management Plan, identifying “Key Objectives”, “Milestones”, “Project Plans”, etc based on the project scope.·      Assist in the creation of project budgets and associated controls.·      Carry out Project Risk Assessments and address within the project.·      Create & maintain a project team “Communication Protocol”, e.g. meeting minutes, circulation lists, Monthly project status reports etc. In addition, communication with staff, patients and visitors is key to delivering projects within a healthcare environment.·      Convene project meetings with team members on regular and programmed bases.·      Provide support and guidance to the Project Team.·      Monitor and report against the Project key including cost control.·      Manage the complete design & procurement process, including the production of tender documents for minor project e.g., less than €80,000.·      Manage the Design process and Contractors to comply with Health and Safety regulations.·      Manage the project and design team in accordance with Building Regulations / BCAR requirements.·      Manage the design process to addressing assessment of design against HTM / HBN guidelines. ·      Manage Construction Project Budgets.·      Act as a Liaison between the Contractors and Hospital Department Managers / Staff in the vacation and handover of areas / systems affected by the project.·      Work closely with the Engineering Services Supervisor to ensure building services and systems are maintained in an appropriate manner throughout the project. In addition, make appropriate provision for any new services to be handed over in a mutually agreed structured manner.·      Co-ordinate the Contractors & Hospitals’ Health and Safety protocols associated with the project.·      Manage Contractors on site to ensure minimum disruption to the hospital, closely monitoring works on site ensuring strict adherence to Blackrock Healthcare Site Constraints requirements. Carry out other such duties as requested by the Facility Manager, or his deputy.·      Coordinate with contractors and hospital stakeholders, managing fire safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with infection control measures. Coordinate with Blackrock Healthcare legal advisors on any contractual matters.·      Proactively manage project change control.·      Coordinate selection, procurement and install of specialist medical equipment. General Expectations·      Support the philosophy, objectives and goals of Blackrock Clinic.·      Observe the appropriate lines of authority.·      Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all patients and the activities of Blackrock Clinic.·      Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in all areas of the hospital/clinic as required.·      The Unit Manager depending on the availability of locum cover will arrange annual leave; this usually means the holiday periods i.e. Easter, summer and Christmas.·      Participate in developing and providing quality care within Blackrock Clinic.·      Assist in orientation of new personnel.·      Continue to develop personal knowledge and skills and seeks outside educational opportunities.·      Present a professional appearance and conform to the dress, hygiene and infection control policies of the Clinic.·      Is always punctual on duty. Health and Safety·      To participate in the development and maintenance of health and safety policies for the hospital in line with best practice·      Develop and foster a proactive Health and Safety culture, having regard to legislative requirement and best practice. Communication Skills·      Communicate appropriately with colleagues and other members of the health care teams to ensure a quality service is provided to all while constantly striving for excellence in patient/customer care.·      Communicate in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict and prevents undue anxiety.·      Recognise limitations and seek assistance where necessary.·      Attend and contribute to appropriate meetings.·      Accept constructive advice when appropriate.·      Report all incidents immediately, which may adversely affect a patient, colleague or Blackrock Clinic. Capital Projects·      Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure Capital schemes are delivered on time and within budget.·      Provide professional engineering advice, technical support and information to the Teams Project Managers. Ensure standardisation of equipment and parts wherever possible in regard to their compatibility with existing services and equipment.·      Manage delegated Capital Projects and Backlog Maintenance Works. Provide full project management, contract administration, programming, client liaison and contract supervision to final account.·      Actively participate in formal ‘Post Contract Appraisals’ and utilise information to improve development and delivery of future projects.                 On Call Service·      Participation in the on-call (rota) for providing an ‘on call’ service to the Hospital for Facility related issues. Including the provision of technical support to fellow staff for the provision of continuous (24 hours per day, 7 days per week) building and engineering maintenance service to the Facility. Availability·      To be able to work additional hours at short notice (including unsociable hours) if available and when required depending on the needs of the Hospital. Why work at the Blackrock Clinic?At the Blackrock Clinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team, you can benefit from:  • Competitive salary• Onsite parking• Pension• Annual bonus*• Discounted café• Sports and Social club• Employee Assistance Programme• Discounted onsite pharmacy Please Note:Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at HR@blackrockhealth.com It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit.