Construction Health in Edinburgh

Thomas & Adamson International Ltd (part of the Egis Group) are an award-winning UK based consultancy firm specialising in project management, cost management, building surveying and safety services in the Buildings space. Over the last 90 years, T&A have been supporting and leading organisations through the challenges of procuring, delivering and operating their built assets across the UK, the USA and Middle East.

We are now seeking an experienced Construction Health & Safety professional to join our team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. Being self-motivated, client focused and able to work independently is vital to this role. You will have a proven track record with a creative and consistent approach to delivering excellence.

As part of your role, you will be responsible for the following:

• Performing to a high standard, all duties expected of a competent senior health and safety professional, ensuring that best practice is employed at all times.
• Administering project work in line with T&A policies, practices and procedures.
• Representing T&A in the marketplace and participating as required in business development activities.
• Ensuring adequate and timely communication channels are in place to support effective service delivery.
• Coordinating and preparing information to support the client, seeking and listening to the client's requirements and acting on them accordingly.
• Providing robust, pragmatic health and safety guidance to clients and design teams on the most effective approach to achieve project deliverables.
• Ensuring others meet their obligations/responsibilities under their appointments and appropriate health and safety legislation.

General duties include overseeing, reviewing, and approving the work of junior members of staff in a positive and constructive manner, representing T&A in a professionally competent and positive manner, and reporting to the Client and other stakeholders in line with the Client's requirements.

The successful candidate will build strong, professional relationships with clients, consultants and contractors, based on mutual respect, trust and integrity. This will involve:

• Representing T&A at project meetings with clients, designers and contractors to provide advice on all aspects of project assignments.
• Communicating clearly, concisely and coherently with the client and other consultants regarding information required for the purpose of performing our services.
• Identifying risks and issues with ongoing activities and assisting with positively identifying mitigation measures.

About you: Suitable candidates will be expected to demonstrate their ability to prioritise and co-ordinate tasks efficiently, ensure all deadlines are met, demonstrate excellent attention to detail, and adopt a flexible and adaptable approach to work. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required as travel to remote sites is necessary.

Qualifications include relevant experience in a consultancy environment, holding relevant qualifications/professional membership for the role, and demonstrating awareness of current legislation relating to health & safety.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: At Egis, we are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a diverse organisation. We appreciate all job applications and assess them based purely on experience and suitability for the role.