Job Title: Project Engineer (NEC Ops/PPP)
Job Type: Contract (Hybrid)
Salary: €35 - €40 Per Hour
Project/Industry: Infrastructure (NEC/PPP)
Location: Dublin and Cork (Ireland)
Ref code: DES-415 Dillon Engineering Services is in search of an experienced Project Engineer to join our client, a large multinational engineering consultancy company that undertakes work in the highway and public realm transportation areas. The project involves the provision of technical advice and any other services to support the client’s requirements in connection with highway infrastructure operations and maintenance. The successful candidate will work as a key part of a small core team drawing on specialists and experts from various disciplines as required. Ideally, you would have experience in a contract administration role and some experience in managing disparate projects in the highway, transportation or construction industries. You must be able to work effectively with limited direct supervision, have excellent written communication skills and have a good understanding of project management techniques. Responsibilities:
To coordinate the input of specialists from internal project teams and external resources.
To maintain a knowledge on the status of the projects at all times and be able to report internally.
Support the Commission Manager and ensure effective management of contracts including progress reporting, milestones and interim valuations, early warnings, compensation events, changes etc.
Draft and review communications and correspondence to contractors.
To assist with engaging and coordinating the input of specialists from internal project teams and external resources.
To review submissions by contractors for compliance in connection with Task Orders and Contractual requirements and that deliverables are submitted in a timely and acceptable manner, and arrange for technical review by appropriate matter specialists where appropriate.
Propose alternatives for expediting/recovering project schedules with contractors for presentation to, and agreement with, the client.
Attend Risk Reduction meetings and record actions and mitigations agreed.
Monitor contractual compliance by the contractor, and early identification of issues and problems.
Develop in liaison with the Commission Manager a program of audits, inspections and checks and coordinate the internal and specialist resources required to deliver the program.
Review all requests for compensation by the Contractor for extra work and coordinate their further review and approval.
Prepare and assist with the undertaking of periodic reviews of the contractor’s and PPP Co.s services and prepare a report with findings and recommendations to ensure conformance and effectiveness of the quality system.
Ensure internal procedures and processes are mapped, formalised and amended when necessary.
Undertake regular site inspections for condition and operational compliance.
General:
To prepare and present reports and presentations to the client team and other key stakeholders.
To liaise with other teams and within the wider business and other key stakeholders.
Preparation of all necessary reports.
Manage day to day operational duties.
Demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
Develop and deliver progress reports, analyse results and troubleshoot problem areas.
Qualifications:
A level eight qualification recognised by the National Framework of Qualifications/Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), or other equivalent qualification in the field of civil, structural, mechanical or electrical/electronic engineering.
At least 5 years post-graduate experience working with infrastructural projects.
Ideally, the candidate would have experience working on mechanical/electrical systems projects and in the management of the operation and maintenance of infrastructure facilities.
Fluent in written and spoken English.
It would be highly desirable for the individual to have/be:
Experience of working on an Infrastructure O & M scheme.
Knowledge of Intelligent Transport Systems and experience of working on ITS schemes.
Well-versed in modern procurement and contract management techniques.
Familiarity with the operation and maintenance (O & M) of highway infrastructure or similar sectors would be an advantage.
Familiarity with PPP contracts, the NEC3 contract and their mechanisms.
Understanding of commercial risk and procurement strategies.
Comfortable in a Matrix management environment as part of an integrated team delivering the Project’s objectives.
Experience of managing multidisciplinary highway projects.
Knowledge of current national, regional and local guidance/standards with regard to the fields of highway engineering. Knowledge of the DMRB.
To discuss this role in more detail contact Jessica at 094 931 6003 or jessica@dillones.ie for a confidential discussion. IND001 Job Type: Full-time Pay: €30.00-€35.00 per hour Education: