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Contract Manager

EQUANS are recruiting for a Contract Manager to be based in Oldham. This is a permanent full-time role working 37 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary,Car allowance, bonus and benefits package.

General Overview

The role of the Contract Manager is to directly manage a designated workstream on the contract, as a member of the senior management team you will ensure all works are carried out safely, efficiently, to a high-quality standard, with exceptional customer care. Acting as a role model for your teams and instilling the Equans culture to all colleagues.

Key Accountabilities

To take ownership and manage your workstream ensuring all task are carried out to a high standard, including but not limited to:

Ensure that EQUANS all safety policy and procedures are followed by you and your team, ensuring all works are carried out in a safe compliant manor across all disciplines required on the contract by both the in house and supply chain.
Manage effectively all working at Height carried out by your team including scaffold inspection and management.
Record all accidents, near misses, Safety observations and HIPO’s on AIMS
Coach and train your team to enable them to carry out their role on the contract.
Manage absence in line with the policy for your work stream, update HR.net with all relevant cases.
Manage Employee Relations, e.g Investigations/Disciplinary’s/Grievances.
Ensure your teams have the correct tools, equipment, and materials to carry out their work including imprest kit management in vehicles.
Manage your team’s productivity, including holding meetings with supervisors, record actions and when necessary, implement performance improvement plans.
Carry out pre, post and in progress inspections (MSV) and record findings on AIMS.
Hold regular one 2 one meetings and PDR meetings with your teams.
Ensure your team carry out all mandatory training and support any ongoing training for team members including apprentices.
Auditing Subcontractors and operatives in respects to quality and compliance to Statutory Regulations and company procedures and record on AIMS.
Resource planning and supporting any recruitment for your teams including carrying out interviews, induction and ordering of tools and equipment, uniforms, and ID.
Manage the Annual leave for your team to avoid peaks and troughs and have a consistent workforce including Christmas and summer periods.
Manage the fleet allocated to your workstream.
Own the KPI’s relevant to your workstream and drive performance to exceed targets.
Support management of complaints
Manage subcontractors including compliance and profitability.
Ensure your team support the ECO rota to provide adequate cover for all shifts.
Take responsibility for your workstream tracker, ensuring this is updated daily and the relevant information is cascaded to your teams.
Support the social value activities on the contract to ensure we meet our commitments.
Any other reasonable management request

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

Pension Scheme
25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Key Skills

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building trades
Excellent organisational skills
Excellent People Management Skills.
Effectively manage time to meet deadlines.
Professional attitude and approach to work
Hold SMSTS certificate.
Current and Valid UK driving license

Experience

Experience of Contract Management in the Local Government / Social Housing Sector
Ideally Experienced level in a recognized skilled trade, but not essential.
Up to date relevant knowledge of building legislation
Up to date relevant knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Key Attributes

IT literate
People focused.
Customer focused.
Self motivated
Enthusiastic
Flexible & adaptable
Good verbal and written communicator
Ability to work both alone and as part of a team.
Resilient
Working within diverse groups

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

Project Manager

EQUANS is looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Birmingham on a permanent basis at Sandwell and Birmingham Hospitals. This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

General Overview:
Manage the site delivery of small Fabric, M&E Lifecycle & Variation projects as part of the project delivery team on site, to manage site design, contract management, financial management, H&S, site management, snagging and hangover of every project, as required.

Key Responsibilities:
•Manage works implementation to ensure projects are delivered safely; on time; on budget and are to a high standard from inception to final account stage.
•Ensure the project pipeline is managed in accordance with all contractual KPI requirements, while complying with Equans internal governance processes.
•Make sure project risks are identified and managed through effective mitigation measures.
•Full responsibility for all finances in relation to the allocated projects, including the correct invoicing of, WIP management, implementation of Contractual documents and monthly finance reporting to the business.
•Oversee the co-ordination of operatives, sub-contractors and suppliers in a planned and controlled manner ensuring efficiency and minimising costs.
•Complete the contract negotiation process; project costs and delivery timescales; identifying possible conflict and problem solving as required.
•Act as a point of contact, managing relationships with all stakeholders, consultants, and service providers, with emphasis on client satisfaction and business excellence.
•Implement and comply with Equans policies and procedures, all legal requirements and best practice within Equans including regular safety inspections within the allocated business area.
•Ensure that all works are being carried out in compliance with: Statute, Contract Requirements, Regulations, ACOP’s and Guidance (HTM’s).
•Participate in regular Project meetings with the Project Company & Trust.
•Completion of CDM duties as Principal Designer & Principal contract and review of risk assessments for on-site work activities.
•Managing and resolving incidents of non-compliance across the project in line with Contract and Company Requirements.
•Produce progress and other reports, as requested, to a high standard.
•Requirement to work within a 24hr Hospital environment (as appropriate).
•Support/cover the other teams’ members from time to time.
•Attend as required Health & Safety forums with staff and the client on a regular basis.
•Responsible for bringing to the attention of the Senior Project Manager and all Senior Management any unsafe working conditions, working practices, unsafe plant or equipment encountered during the execution of duties including reporting on the company AIM’s system.
•To attend and participate in Training courses as required and to undertake any training in the future as may be required to ensure the duties of the post are effectively carried out or as required by the Senior Management Team.
•Responsible for maintaining comprehensive compliance records.
•Any other duties deemed required by the Senior Project Manager.

Impact:
The team will typically be delivering 50 projects at any one time ranging from £1k to 1M+, comprising small works, minor maintenance projects to larger and more complex lifecycle and capital works. Projects are run to tight and pre-determined timescales within the constraints of the site contract.
•Detailed discussions with Trust end-users and careful planning are required to ensure that works proceed with the minimum of disruption to building users.
•Translate, from the client project scope, the preparation of specifications, design drawings and tender documents, in full compliance with all statutory requirements including CDM and Health & Safety.
•Ensuring snagging and defects are managed and closed-out within the specified contractual limits.
•Supervising contractors, liaising with clients and other company departments during projects where necessary.
•Monitor working procedures, workmanship, and performance of contractors with particular regard to health and safety. Consult closely with Technical Services, and Estates Maintenance Managers to assist with monitoring and performance measurement.

Complexity:
We are looking for a driven individual to add expertise and dimension to the projects team at the Hospital. The individual will be able to demonstrate flexibility and efficiency in responding to a changing workload and business imperatives while able to establish excellent working relationships within the existing team and clients alike. Experience within a contractual, KPI-driven environment and exposure to a hospital environment is a pre-requisite.

Qualifications or Required Experience:
•Experience operating in the public and / or private FM sector with a demonstrable track record of directly managing small Fabric, M&E Project works within a large and complex estate is essential, preferably within a Healthcare environment.
•Self-starter, able to work on own initiative as a conscientious team player.
•Organised communicator with strong inter-personal skills.
•High level of verbal, written and numeric skills and must be computer literate with knowledge of CAFM systems and all Microsoft Office packages. Computer-literate (MS Office based Products: Excel, Word, Project & PowerPoint) with a sound knowledge of CAFM/estates and project management systems.
•Ability to show understanding of Local Authority legislation, Planning Applications, Fire and Building Regulations Approvals.
•A sound knowledge of building and engineering services design and associated British Standards.
•A sound knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act; Construction Design and Management Regulations and other relevant statutory requirements.
•Must be able to manage people/contractors, be self- motivating, able to work on own initiative, liaise and delegate effectively with staff operating in a multi-disciplinary environment.
•A sound knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 and other relevant statutory requirements will be required.

Desirable:
•HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a building/construction or engineering discipline.
•Site Mangers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS).
•Experience & knowledge of the duties under CDM
•Experience & knowledge of Passive Fire Protection (PFP) requirements.

What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;
24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts 
Cycle to work scheme 
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we?
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

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What's next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

SHEQ Manager

Join Equans, a leading energies and services contractor and a proud member of the global industrial group, Bouygues. With a rich history of excellence in designing, constructing, and maintaining buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide, we are now offering an exciting opportunity for 5 SHEQ Managers to join our Digital Energies & Services (DES) business.

As a SHEQ Manager, you will play a crucial role in enhancing operational safety, health, environment, and quality within our DES projects, covering Energy Solutions, Smart Buildings, Connected Cities, Embedded Energy, and EV. While you can be based in either our London or Birmingham office, you will work flexibly across our sites as required.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee SHEQ management across designated business unit operational areas, ensuring adherence to external and internal standards and guidelines.
Collaborate with the head of SHEQ, other SHEQ Managers, and Central SHEQ to maintain robust systems meeting statutory and Equans obligations.
Ensure accurate recording of all reportable data (Near Misses, Accidents, RIDDORs, HiPos, LTI’s, Incidents, LSV/MSV) and provide coaching where necessary.
Develop and implement SHEQ Action Plans for each contract, fostering safer workplaces and enhancing employee engagement.
Utilize findings from SHEQ Audits to improve safety and quality, providing guidance and feedback to enhance processes and systems.
Mentor Safety Ambassadors and Responsible Business Champions, promoting a culture aligned with Equans' values and objectives.
Facilitate training initiatives and lead investigations, ensuring comprehensive reports and recommendations to prevent future incidents.
Support internal functions to ensure appropriate systems and resources are in place to manage risks effectively.
Foster strategic relationships with regulatory bodies and industry forums.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

NVQ 5/Diploma Level in Health and Safety management or equivalent.
Relevant experience working within a SHEQ team.
Solid experience in construction, renewables, or project management sectors.
Proficiency in conducting complex systems audits, both internal and external.
Up-to-date knowledge of UK legislation related to SHEQ.
Ability to work remotely and collaborate effectively within a team.

At Equans, we are committed to fostering a positive Health & Safety culture and providing opportunities for professional growth. Join us in shaping a safer and sustainable future. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

Generous holiday allowance
Private health care
Flexible working opportunities
Company car
5% bonus
Employee assistance programme
Pension

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in senior management positions we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

In support of our positive action measures, we will consider applications that do not meet all the technical requirements if candidates can demonstrate how transferable skills will enable them to successfully deliver the remit of the role in an environment which promotes a flexible working culture.

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals

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