Deputy Team Leader
This is a {Advertised Permanent / Temporary}, {Advertised Full Time / Part Time} vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
Background:
At Nicholas O'Dwyer, sustainability is at the core of our work. If you are looking to advance your career in a socially responsible company, which has a proven track record over 90 years, and is committed to creating a sustainable planet, we invite you to be part of our team.
Our mission is to provide innovative and reliable solutions using cutting edge technology and expertise, to ensure project success and employee satisfaction. We deliver infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection, and energy including renewables. With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
As part of the RSK Group, an amalgamation of over 200 companies with more than 15,000 employees, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy.
Project Overview:
The Eastern Sewerage Catchment in Addis Ababa, a rapidly urbanising area of over 3.5 million people, faces significant wastewater infrastructure challenges. This project aims to expand and modernise the city’s wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal capacity to support short- and long-term development by delivering comprehensive infrastructure upgrades in line with the city's growth.
We are currently seeking an experienced Deputy Team Leader with a minimum of 15 years' post-graduate experience to join our site supervision team in the region. The ideal candidate will bring proven leadership in the delivery of complex infrastructure projects, strong contract administration skills, and the ability to support the Team Leader in managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality control, compliance, and efficient progress across all phases of construction. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful execution of a major development initiative within a dynamic and collaborative project
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the Team Leader;
- Liaison with the other members of the Engineering Team;
- Reporting to Employer’s Representative;
- Dealing with contractual matters on-site related to civil works;
- Coordinating Contract interfaces with respect to civil works;
- Liaison with Stakeholders;
- Assessment of Contractor claims and writing reports on the same;
- Assessment of Contractor payment applications against work completed and contractor performance against Contractual KPIs;
- Assessment of Contractor submissions including method statements and preparation of clear comments;
- Reviewing Contractor design submissions against Employers’ requirements and preparation of clear comments;
- Supervision of the works, keeping records, measuring, managing correspondence, and contractual documentation;
- Maintaining a culture of continuous improvement across all aspects of the working environment and projects;
- Training will be provided to fulfil the requirements of your role, your participation in all essential training will be required;
- To ensure maximum flexibility and to reflect the Company's evolving needs, additional tasks and responsibilities will form part of this role as it evolves.
- Perform other such duties as may be reasonably required.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
- Minimum of BSc degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Project Management or other related fields;
- Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English;
- Excellent communication, reporting and computer skills.
- A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in Civil Engineering
- Specific experience of 10 years working as a Resident Engineer out of which 5 shall be on similar wastewater treatment plant and sewer line constructions.
- Demonstrable experience with FIDIC Conditions on Design & Build (DB) or Design Build Operate (DBO) wastewater projects;
- Experience on projects funded by international financing institutions such as the World Bank.
- Member of Professional Institution / Registered Engineer.
- Competent in office packages, Microsoft, excel PowerPoint etc.
- Good time management skills, with the ability to prioritise work and manage many tasks concurrently.
- Excellent clear and concise communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team.
- You will have an agile and “Can Do” mindset.
- Ambitions self-starter with high self-standards.
- Motivated to be part of a Company with a real purpose, improving the quality of people’s lives and communities.
About Us
Our mission is to deliver sustainable solutions that transform communities and bring about lasting positive change. Through a blend of expertise, innovation and global dedication, we envision a world where sustainable engineering protects growing communities.
Nicholas O’Dwyer provides professional services in engineering design, project management, environment and planning, construction supervision and technical and contract advisory. We are one of the most respected Irish consultancies operating in local and international markets, providing professional services to public- and private-sector clients.
Whether in Ireland, the UK or internationally, we understand and solve major challenges associated with delivering and adapting infrastructure for an increasing global population while maintaining a sustainable environment for future generations.
Nicholas O’Dwyer is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
Benefits
Generous Annual Leave
Cycle to Work Scheme
Mental Health Support
Tax Saver Options
Employee Assistance Program
Staff Mentorship Program
Retirement Saving Plan
Flexible and Hybrid Working Arrangements
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