Brian Sims
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[Expired] Project Manager

Position:

Full Time
Contact Details
01480 473245
Company Details
Zitko Consulting Ltd
17a Huntingdon Street, St Neots, PE19 1BL
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Description:

Project Manager - Fire & Security


Reports to: Projects Director


Key Skills: Excellent communication skills, organisational skills, problem solving, time management,

negotiation and team management.


Business Introduction


Working for a rapidly growing systems integrator supporting corporate and global clients throughout EMEA.   With a UK head office in London, the business employs UK engineering staff and collaborates with local service providers throughout EMEA delivering both installation projects and providing system support. This is a great place to work, they have built a great team, where people are challenged to do their best work and where everyone can make a difference. Exceptional people deserve the best and they try to provide that in terms of working environment and support. They really trust their people and provide them with the freedom to make choices that work for them and their loved ones.


Overview of the Position


·        Ascertaining viability of design and liaising with designers and contractors to amend any shortfalls

·        Ascertaining requirements and resources for projects

·        Creating and submitting site specific risk and method statements

·        Attend specialist sub-contractor site meetings when required

·        Provide support for customers, engineers and general problem solving. (This may involve the

·        candidate being enrolling in additional training where required)

·        Ordering of equipment and labour requirements in a timely manner through well managed control process

·        Forecasting installation and commissioning workload – commissioning small works to be completed independently wherever possible

·        Assembling and maintaining of customer files (hard and soft copies as appropriate)

·        Compile and make up all O&M information for handover including certification documentation

·        Developing risk and method statements for commissioned systems

·        Working on multiple jobs and verifying the schedule for projects

·        Coordinating with engineering and sales to ensure projects will be completed within the assigned time frame

·        Being responsible for collecting all information regarding new projects including drawings, cause and effect, deviations, pricing variations etc.

·        Be fully aware of Health & Safety responsibilities and current legislation - actively encourage safe work practices

·        Being responsible for ensuring projects comply to BS5839;1; 2017

·        Procuring and value engineering projects wherever possible to increase GP

·        Administration of all relevant engineering paperwork

·        Supervision of on-site supervisors and ensuring that project engineers are trained accordingly

·        Customer training and handover


Qualifications and Experience Required


·        Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the design, installation and commissioning of commercial fire, life safety and security systems

·        Proficient in MS Office, including Word and Excel

·        An understanding of relevant product standards and legislation

·        A cardholder of construction skills certification scheme

·        First rate presentation, analytical and negotiation skills

·        Ability to motivate engineers to ensure on time delivery

·        Creative ability to find innovative solutions to problems

·        Excellent time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads 


Candidate Profile


·        Committed to delivering a high level of customer service

·        Work under pressure to ensure deadlines are met accordingly

·        Confident in dealing with all levels of personnel both internal and external

·        Excellent organisational skills

·        Proven experience within a service and installation background

·        Able to communicate clearly at all levels

·        Full UK driving licence 


The offer


·        Salary: depending upon experience

·        Ongoing professional training development

·        Working hours 8.30 to 5.30 Monday to Friday

·        Weekend and out of hours overtime as required

·        Company vehicle provided with fuel card

·        Company credit card for company expenses

·        Company mobile

·        Laptop

·        24 days paid holiday annually plus public holidays

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