Assistant Small Works Manager in Bristol

We are currently seeking an Assistant Small Works Project Manager to join our team in Bristol. Working with our NHS Clients, the successful candidate will assist the project team to successfully deliver all financial and contractual aspects of small hard facilities/construction works projects including client variations, small projects and lifecycle works to ensure they are delivered to a high standard on time and within budget.

Rydon Maintenance Ltd is an expanding division of the Rydon Group and provides a range of hard facilities management and property maintenance services to a variety of clients, predominantly in the healthcare sector. Our experience spans sensitive healthcare environments, including specialist mental healthcare facilities, community hospitals and rehabilitation units.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Small Works Projects Manager to join our hard facilities maintenance healthcare team. Rydon Maintenance provides first-class planned, responsive, lifecycle and cyclical maintenance and repairs services across the NHS, and our small works team supports the NHS with delivering a range of small hard facilities/construction projects from minor adaptations and small refurbishments through to repurposing of Trust space.

Based out of Bristol, the successful candidate will assist the project team with a variety of negotiated works. This could include, for example: changing floor coverings, re-decoration, power installs, flooring refurbishments, LED lighting upgrades, roofing works, boiler updates or refurbishing offices to service user spaces or inpatient rooms.

You will form the key point of contact between the company and the end client, ensuring they receive exceptional service on all aspects of the contract. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with the end client, site management, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with client requests, carrying out quotations of proposed works.
• Assist in preparing tender documentation.
• Create and issue small value subcontractor orders.
• Under supervision oversee instructed works, including preparing and updating work programs, health and safety RAMS information, placing orders, overseeing site matters, reporting to clients, collating and submitting operation and maintenance (O&M) information.
• Support design and site meetings as necessary to ensure that both client and tenders requirements are met in accordance with the agreed contract.
• Assist the Project Manager in maintaining, updating and actioning Lifecycle schedules to assist in identifying future opportunities and turnover for the business.
• Keep key business systems updated to assist with accurate reporting information.
• Ensure Rydon’s quality assurance standards are met and that all legal requirements are adhered to in line with Rydon’s Business Governance, HSQ&E and HR Policies and Procedures.
• Ensure all services are delivered in line with budgetary constraints and contractual requirements.

What we can offer you

• A competitive starting salary.
• A car allowance of £4,356 per annum.
• 25 days holiday with the ability to increase up to 30 days.
• Pension Scheme: 4% contributory.
• Eyecare vouchers and free flu vaccinations.
• Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare.
• 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work.
• Access to an employee discount scheme including a wide range of offers on insurances, lifestyle goods and services.
• Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes.
• Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire.
• Opportunities for you to progress your career across the business.

Experience Required

The successful candidate will have some experience and knowledge of facilities operations or project management, with an understanding of budgeting and planning and strong analytical skills. Knowledge of construction techniques and processes, including Building Regulations, is required. You will need to have or be willing to work towards relevant qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely, CSCS Skill Card and SMSTS. A Degree or HNC level qualification in a building-related discipline would be desirable. Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills are essential to interact with clients, stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers. The ability to work independently, proactively and flexibly in response to changing circumstances is required. A full UK driving license is essential.

If the above sounds like you and you are seeking a varied, challenging, and rewarding role with a growing organisation, please apply today.

Additional Information

Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the apply for this job link at the top of this page. Our application process is straightforward, allowing you to apply with a CV (from your Computer or Dropbox), LinkedIn, Facebook or Google+ and should take no more than a few short minutes.