Project Supervisor

CBRE; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE in Dublin seeks a Project Supervisor to oversee electrical/mechanical and facilities-related projects, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery. You will manage day-to-day site operations, liaise with Head of Projects and Project Manager, and build strong client relationships.

Applicants should have a minimum of five years' supervisory experience in M&E, FM or construction, with proven P&L and vendor management skills, and a solid grasp of QHSE frameworks.

Qualifications

• Compliant with the training matrix for Project Site Supervisor for QHSE
• Business standard of written and verbal literacy and numeracy
• Recognised technical qualification in construction, Mechanical or Electrical

Responsibilities

• Supervise projects to ensure safe, on-time delivery.
• Communicate progress to Head of Projects and PM.
• Understand full scope of works to be delivered.
• Embed QHSE practices in each project.
• Ensure compliance with project management policies.
• Oversee day-to-day operations end-to-end, including sub-contractor management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for effective implementation.
• Secure written customer acceptance per project plans.
• Keep project documents current and stored properly.
• Build strong relationships with customers and site teams.
• Develop knowledge of client business and objectives.
• Maintain effective client communication.
• Escalate risks to minimize impact on quality, budget, and timeline.
• Report variations and maintain O&M manuals prior to completion

Skills

Plan and organise labour, equipment, &

Influencing and negotiation

Deliver projects on time and on budget

Understand financial metrics

Interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Independent working

Effective communication

MS Office - Word, Excel, Project

MS Teams

Health and Safety knowledge

Understanding of markup and margin

Project Management methodology

Education

Recognised technical qualification in construction, Mechanical or Electrical

Business literacy in written and verbal communication; numeracy

Job description

• Be responsible for the supervision of projects to ensure their safe and on time delivery.
• Communicate progress to Head of Projects/Project Manager
• Understand the full scope of the project works to be delivered.
• Ensure QHSE practices and processes are fully embedded in each project.
• Ensure full compliance with project management policies and procedures.
• Supervise the day-to-day operational aspects of the project(s) “end to end”. Activities to include but not be limited to sub-contractor management and site supervisory duties.
• Work closely with relevant stake holders to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s).
• Ensure customer acceptance is adhered to, in writing and in line with the project plans.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and appropriately stored.
• Build strong effective working relationships with our customers and site teams.
• Builds knowledge base of each client’s business, organisation, and objectives.
• Develop lasting relationships with client personnel that foster client ties.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Use sound judgment in all project communication and ensure that key stakeholders including the team, client and management are apprised of project activities in a timely manner.
• Ensure project meets internal and client expectations with respect to quality, safety, and delivery time
• Understand pricing model and billing procedures
• Assist the Project Manager in managing scope creep through client change orders, internal change orders, phased delivery, or other methods to ensure projects deliver on timeline, scope, and budget and strategy expectations.
• Attend Project reviews to analyse project profitability, revenue, margin etc.
• Ensure that all involved in the delivery of the project understand the scope of work to meet the customer’s specification.
• Ensure that each project runs in conjunction with the QHSE processes including the Construction Phase Plan. That each person involved in the project is proven to have the required skills.
• Identify, track, manage and mitigate risk on each project. Escalate these issues when necessary to ensure minimal impact to quality, budget, and timeline.
• Ensure the supply partners on site are aware of all items required for the project files, H&S, toolbox talks, RAMS, site audits, commissioning, O&M’s, permits to work etc
• Be in attendance on site for the works inclusive of any out of hour’s requirements.
• Ensure all variations to the works are captured and reported to the HoP/PM.
• Make sure all O&M manuals are complete and available prior to practical completion

Job Description

Job Title: Project Supervisor

Dept: DCSI Projects

Reports To: Head of Projects

Location: As dictated by the business

Job Purpose

• Be responsible for the supervision of projects to ensure their safe and on time delivery.
• Communicate progress to Head of Projects/Project Manager
• Understand the full scope of the project works to be delivered.
• Ensure QHSE practices and processes are fully embedded in each project.
• Ensure full compliance with project management policies and procedures.
• Supervise the day-to-day operational aspects of the project(s) “end to end”. Activities to include but not be limited to sub-contractor management and site supervisory duties.
• Work closely with relevant stake holders to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s).
• Ensure customer acceptance is adhered to, in writing and in line with the project plans.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and appropriately stored.
• Build strong effective working relationships with our customers and site teams.
• Builds knowledge base of each client’s business, organisation, and objectives.
• Develop lasting relationships with client personnel that foster client ties.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Use sound judgment in all project communication and ensure that key stakeholders including the team, client and management are apprised of project activities in a timely manner.
• Ensure project meets internal and client expectations with respect to quality, safety, and delivery time
• Understand pricing model and billing procedures
• Assist the Project Manager in managing scope creep through client change orders, internal change orders, phased delivery, or other methods to ensure projects deliver on timeline, scope, and budget and strategy expectations.
• Attend Project reviews to analyse project profitability, revenue, margin etc.
• Ensure that all involved in the delivery of the project understand the scope of work to meet the customer’s specification.
• Ensure that each project runs in conjunction with the QHSE processes including the Construction Phase Plan. That each person involved in the project is proven to have the required skills.
• Identify, track, manage and mitigate risk on each project. Escalate these issues when necessary to ensure minimal impact to quality, budget, and timeline.
• Ensure the supply partners on site are aware of all items required for the project files, H&S, toolbox talks, RAMS, site audits, commissioning, O&M’s, permits to work etc
• Be in attendance on site for the works inclusive of any out of hour’s requirements.
• Ensure all variations to the works are captured and reported to the HoP/PM.
• Make sure all O&M manuals are complete and available prior to practical completion

Commercial Awareness

• Understand pricing model and billing procedures
• Assist the Project Manager in managing scope creep through client change orders, internal change orders, phased delivery, or other methods to ensure projects deliver on timeline, scope, and budget and strategy expectations.
• Attend Project reviews to analyse project profitability, revenue, margin etc.
• Ensure that all involved in the delivery of the project understand the scope of work to meet the customer’s specification.
• Ensure that each project runs in conjunction with the QHSE processes including the Construction Phase Plan. That each person involved in the project is proven to have the required skills.
• Identify, track, manage and mitigate risk on each project. Escalate these issues when necessary to ensure minimal impact to quality, budget, and timeline.
• Ensure the supply partners on site are aware of all items required for the project files, H&S, toolbox talks, RAMS, site audits, commissioning, O&M’s, permits to work etc
• Be in attendance on site for the works inclusive of any out of hour’s requirements.
• Ensure all variations to the works are captured and reported to the HoP/PM.
• Make sure all O&M manuals are complete and available prior to practical completion

Person Specification

• Ability to plan and organise labour, equipment, and work schedule
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Ability to deliver projects on time and on budget
• Ability to understand financial metrics
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Communicate effectively and fluently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, and Project
• Knowledge on MS Teams
• Competent in Company Health and Safety requirements
• Understanding of the difference between mark up and margin
• Fully competent with Project Management methodology

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years proven Supervisory experience in an M&E, FM, construction or critical environment
• Demonstrable evidence of having managed a team
• Experience in vendor management, ability to manage and monitor progress to ensure objectives are achieved
• Proven experience of running a P&L

Qualifications

• Compliant with the training matrix for Project Site Supervisor for QHSE
• Business standard of written and verbal literacy and numeracy
• Recognised technical qualification in construction, Mechanical or Electrical

Aptitude

• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong influencing skills
• Ability to inspire confidence
• Can manage a high degree of variability
• High degree of integrity
• Highly motivated and self-aware
• Highly organised with attention to detail
• Results focused
• Able to travel across the various CBRE sites as the needs of the role requires.
• Understanding customer needs

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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