Senior Project Manager 40-45k per annum spot salary (negotiable subject to skills & experience)

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1 Senior Project Manager 40-45k per annum spot salary (negotiable subject to skills & experience) Thank you for requesting our job application pack for the above vacancy. Specific details of the job are given below. If you have any queries about information in this job pack or need to complete an application form in a different format, please contact the HR Section (Tel ). Please answer all questions in the job application form with additional sheets if necessary. Do not enclose a CV as this will not be included in the selection process. Based in High Street, Swansea but may be required to work from other offices/sites as directed Hours of work Full Time Post of 35 hours per week Full and valid driving licence Prior to appointment all successful job applicants are required to provide proof of their legal eligibility to undertake this type of work in the UK If successful at interview the Group will take up 2 references which must be satisfactory to us Closing Date : 9am on Monday 16th November 2015 Interview Date : Thursday 26 th November 2015 For an informal chat contact Claire Tristham on Coastal Housing Group Page 1 of 6

2 GENERAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Working Hours Monday to Friday hours can be worked flexibly by arrangement (e.g. 9 day fortnight or working with ½ hour lunch) Salary paid 28 th of each month spot salary cost of living award made 1st April annually The following are also available where appropriate company sick pay payment of overtime by agreement reimbursement of travelling expenses Christmas savings scheme Pension final salary pension scheme (available for contracts over 12 months) Group contributes 14.8% employee contributes between 7.8% - 9.8% dependent on age or defined contribution scheme Group contributes 5% Employee contributes 5% Due to Government legislation we are now required to auto-enrol all eligible members of staff into a pension scheme- this will be the defined contribution scheme Permanent Health Insurance non-contributory permanent health insurance scheme (after 5 years service) Holidays Holidays start at 25 days per year (pro rata) 8 bank holidays plus additional 2 days at Christmas Health and Safety safe working environments and practices all safety regulations must be observed all necessary safety equipment and protective clothing provided Diversity we are committed to promoting fair treatment for staff, clients and tenants and will not tolerate discrimination in any form Training and Development excellent training opportunities offered, both in-house and externally sponsorship and day release available for professional training and fees sponsorship available for vocational courses in own time secondments offered within the Group one professional subscription fee paid per employee study and exam leave awarded for exams Environment we are committed to green issues, purchasing environmentally friendly and recycled products where possible we recycle paper, cardboard, cans and plastic and encourage our tenants to do the same we use Fair-Trade tea, coffee and sugar in offices Coastal Housing Group Page 2 of 6

3 Senior Project Manager Job Description: Accountable to: Base of work: Senior Project Manager Head of Development The base of work will be the Group s headquarters, although you may be required to work from other offices/sites if the job requirements dictate this. Coastal s Vision and Values Vision Providing homes and services that enable our tenants to thrive and the communities we serve to prosper. Supported by: Growing our social business and extending the reach of our homes and services Values Trust we trust our staff to get the job done Respect we respect our tenants and our staff and have a no blame culture Innovation we try new things so we can do things better Learning and growing we think about what we do and learn from it High Standards we are proud of what we do and aim always to deliver the right service at the right time Duties & Responsibilities To assist the Head of Development and from time to time the Director of Development in carrying out their duties and responsibilities and to provide general support to the Development Department. Understand the regulations and procedures that have to be complied with in respect of grant aided and privately financed housing projects, including, but not limited to, technical and financial criteria e.g. Acceptable Cost Guidance (ACG), Development Quality Requirements (DQR), SBD (Secured By Design), Code for Sustainable Homes (CFSH). Oversee and manage the technical submission process to Welsh Government, and ensure all schemes comply with the relevant funding requirements. Liaise with the Programme Manager in delivering all funding programmes. Coastal Housing Group Page 3 of 6

4 Be responsible for delivering a number of projects that the Group undertakes, ensuring that the project programme is delivered on time, within budget and to a high quality. Liaise with other departments, Local Authority partners, contractors and consultants in respect of various projects and building contracts to ensure each project meets necessary requirements and deadlines. Manage and appoint the professional team including specialist consultants required for each project, lead the project team to develop the design brief To support, and from time to time, lead on site acquisitions as and when the business requires and to ensure the smooth handover of sites where acquisitions are completed Present financial viabilities for any scheme to Head of Finance to review comment and sign off at pre acquisition stage, pre tender stage and before contract is awarded. Manage the risk at each stage of the project, including costs and coordinating scheme reviews post completion Liaise with external agencies and authorities to discuss and inform them of new schemes, including managing the planning application process and discharge of all conditions. To have experience in dealing with the different types of procurement methods and building contracts and their execution. Hold public consultations/exhibitions for projects where necessary liaising with the external and internal stakeholders. Attend monthly site progress meetings, regular site visits and inspections to remain informed as to how the scheme is progressing in terms of time, budget and quality. Maintain up-to-date records via the department s computer systems, this involves scanning and uploading documents onto a web based Document Management System. Provide regular updates to the internal and external stakeholder regarding project progress. Present any new schemes to internal stakeholders including Housing Management, Community Services, Solutions and Pennant. Deal with general enquiries from members of the public, other departments, local authorities, Welsh Government and other external organisations. To undertake and organise training as required for the department, whether identified by self or others in the Group. To comply with Health and Safety regulations and the Group s working procedures. Coastal Housing Group Page 4 of 6

5 Provide Line Management to the Project Management Team within the Department to ensure the team is adequately staffed, supported and developed to meet the needs of the Group, and appropriate coaching and mentoring is in place where applicable Use systems thinking as our method of continuous improvement and self assessment, and encourage creativity and fresh ideas for current and future service delivery To treat colleagues and clients in a fair and non-discriminatory way Have an awareness of, and commitment to, your own personal development needs Actively seek to keep up-to-date with any changes in legislation, regulation, policy, etc. Attend regular CPD and Networking events to keep up to date with changes in the industry. To carry out any other duties reasonably requested by the Group. This is not exhaustive and may change to meet the needs of Coastal Housing Group Coastal Housing Group Page 5 of 6

6 Desirable Essential Senior Project Manager Person Specification Qualifications & Experience Formal advanced level qualifications relevant to the construction and/or the property development industry and the role of Senior Project Manager (BSc, MSc or similar) Experience of working in social housing and/or other relevant private sector organisations. Experience of working effectively with a wide range of client groups In possession of or working towards a Professional Qualification e.g. (CIOB, RICS) Project Management Experience Experience of coaching leading and managing teams Experience in dealing with the different types of procurement methods Ability to work at both an operational and strategic level Skills and Knowledge Computer literate and able to use a range of applications e.g. Access, Word and Excel Practical knowledge of building practices, systems and components Posses excellent organisation and communication skills Experienced in managing projects from concept stage through to completion Effective use of coaching and mentoring skills in order to support high performance in teams Ability to resolve problems effectively An appreciation of systems thinking methodology Personal Qualities Excellent communication skills including the ability to listen, mediate and negotiate Professional and ethical approach to work A positive outlook and enjoy helping others Ability to cope in a pressurised working environment and work to deadlines An adaptable approach and willingness to learn Self aware and committed to own continuous development A receptive and adaptable approach to change, with an openess to new ways of doing things Places value on working well as part of a team Able to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders Able to work independently and on own initiative Able to sustain good working relationships General Organise and attend off site meetings which may be held outside office hours as and when necessary Commitment to personal development and developing the role and skills of the team Full Driving licence and access to a vehicle Coastal Housing Group Page 6 of 6