Project Director- Europe

OverviewWe are seeking a Project Director for our expanding business either based in Dublin, UK, and Europe.Reporting to the Regional Director/BU MD, the Project Director has overall responsibility for the management and onsite construction of major/complex contracts typically valued in excess of £60m.Generally involved from tender stage as the project lead, liaising with the Estimating team to secure the project.Thereafter, with the approval of the Regional Director/Regional MD, will prepare the PEP and build the project team in preparation for contract commencement.The Project Director will be responsible for managing the company's business interests, risk & delivery strategy on the contract to guide the project to commercial success.Pre-ConstructionLead the Tender Team consisting of Estimator, CM, QS, other appropriate staff and external consultants as necessaryManage the production of the tender to ensure that a competitive tender is submitted in accordance with the requirementsPrepare the programme, method statements, prelims and submission documentChair start-up & internal meetings, prepare the procurement strategy with the QS and prequalification of key supply chain (early awards)Prepare a preliminary Risk Register and mitigate/manage any risks for the duration of the projectWork with the SQS to prepare a prelim procurement schedule and track sameEnsure a robust Health, Safety & Environmental plan is prepared and the temporary register has commencedAgree site layout, logistics and organise implementation of same in accordance with company guidelinesAdvise statutory authorities & key stakeholders of site start dateAgree employee resource plan with the Regional DirectorResponsible for setting the design strategy, including BIM, DRM, and scope of novated services (if part of project scope)ConstructionArrange the start-up meeting and manage the preparation of the PEPReceive, distribute and acknowledge the letter of intentAgree commencement date, and arrange for completion of the contract documentsEnsure that all aspects of quality, the Environment and progress are in accordance with the contracted requirementsAssist in the selection and vetting of major S/Cs and suppliers (including HSEQS vetting)Manage S/C including S/C progress meetings and S/C pre-order meetingsManage employee resources, including cover for site when staff are on annual leave or trainingChair Internal Team Meetings/ attend and chair Subcontractor meetingsManage Prelims in accordance with PEP and prepare applications for extension of time with SQS/QSReview constructability and identify methods of execution with commercial or programme advantage where possibleMonitor overall site progress against programme (PEP).Agree programmes with subcontractors and monitor progress with the SMMonitor cost, risk, administrative procedures and company correspondenceLead the project team, supply chain principals and clients, in the relentless strive for Zero Incidents, Zero Injuries and quality standardsCommunicate with BU MD/Regional Managers and advise the contract team of any potential legal, IR, safety, environmental, technical or construction items as requiredMonitor interim accounts and payments with QS and ACCS, progress and profitability of the contract and report with the contract team at the monthly cost meetings.Monitor with QS Final Account and Loss and Expense negotiations.Apply cost-benefit analysis to all activities, estimates and forecasts overall costsCo-ordinate the production of the monthly CVR reports, with the commercial and Design manager and prepare/advise on forward strategyIdentify any potential issue which may lead to additional costs or delays and plan for recoveryEnsure that internal control meetings are held at regular intervalsEnsure procurement of all relevant certificates including Practical Completion, Partial Possession where applicable, Making Good Defects and Final CertificateMonitor post contract service during defects liability period & retain responsibility for any matter in connection with the project after the issue of the final certificateStrategic Management of the client and any key stakeholders involved in the project, including communicating potential business development opportunitiesUltimate management of the Project team - mentor and develop staff and ensure competency of individuals carrying out delegated dutiesEnsures that the Sisk team is cohesive, communicates well together and operates as a single unit, in line with Sisk core vision and valuesMentor, appraise and measure performance of all direct reporting staff and drive actions/activities identified in the individual's development planPost ConstructionEnsure a customer centric aftercare service is in place for the clientEnsure any post-handover commissioning adjustments are madeSupport the SQS in the preparation of any loss and expense applications and in the provision of information for Final AccountsComplete the project data sheet and gather reference from the clientProtect Sisk's contractual position by ensuring that the Client & design teams are satisfied and that there is a strong relationship with future potential in placeObtain the defects list and remedy any items to obtain the Certificate of Making Good Defects.Timely engagement with clientTypically 15 years' experience in construction with similar national contracting organisationsIn depth understanding of the market in which the company operates, including an awareness of competitors and new initiativesProven finance control/reporting abilityWorking knowledge of Construction techniques, Design techniques & BIM modellingComprehensive knowledge of Building and Health and Safety/Fire regulationsFamiliarity with working on complex, multi-disciplinary, technical projectsProficient in planning and prioritising daily site tasksCommercially proficientComprehensive knowledge and understanding of all the trades required on site, the codes of practice relating to them and the requirements for them, to be able to carry out required worksDelivery focused and driver of performanceGood Communication skillsStrategic Risk ManagementAbility to hold people to account in terms of implementing Sisk Zero philosophyAbility to identify, convert and deliver business development opportunitiesExperience managing key accounts through their network, profile and credibility in the local marketAcademic and/or professional industry related management qualificationMembership of an Industry related Professional Institution - such as MCIOB or CEng MICECVRs, PEP and Contract ManagementIOSH for Directors, CDM/PSCS Awareness, BBS, Root Cause Analysis & S5 & Q10 internal workshopsDesirable Qualifications/ TrainingNEBOSH CertCompetitive Salary with yearly increaseHealthcare26 days holiday (option to purchase 5 more)Employer pensionDeath in service - life assuranceCompetitive mileage rateTravel expensesFlexible and remote workingEnhanced parental leaveProfessional and Educational developmentOur people are at the heart of our success and our proposition to them is work with purpose, have time for life, build a career with no limits and surround yourself with great people.Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis.Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.At Sisk we are committed to attracting and hiring diverse talent into our organisation.We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates.We also know that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the criteria.Give your transferable skills the chance to tell the full story.It's not all about your technical expertise.Don't hold back, we'd love to hear from you.#J-*****-Ljbffr