Package Manager (Facade)

Who are we?
At Multiplex, we are changing skylines across the globe. As a pioneering construction business, we design and build complex, iconic and sustainable structures that add to the economic, cultural and community life in the areas we operate. We've got the boldness to take on projects others say can't be done. We have the entrepreneurial spirit to challenge preconceived ideas. And we've got the determination to unlock and deliver value where others cannot see it.
What is the overall job?
This position will be based on our Television Centre Project in White City. The Façade Package Manager is responsible for the overall technical co-ordination of the façade construction process (in conjunction with the senior management team), through the co-ordination and documentation of design and program requirements. The role provides a link between design, building trades and sub-contracts to ensure project objectives are met.
Other key responsibilities and experience will include:

• Develop the façade supply chain
• Support the preconstruction and construction teams in all aspects of facade engineering including design development, procurement and construction.
• Manage changes to engineering design whilst being mindful of budgetary requirements.
• Assist Quantity Surveyors, Commercial/Procurement Managers to prepare subcontract packages.
• Maintain awareness of contractual obligations of both the head contract and subcontract.
• Act as a conduit of communicating relevant information as appropriate to consultants, authorities, site supervisors, construction workers and sub-contractors.
• Ensure all direct reports are aware of the project's goals and objectives, and the connection of their role to these goals and objectives.
• Co-ordinate the activities of design management and provide a link between the design and construction to ensure the buildability of a design.
• Assist with the integration of services and design co-ordination during project planning.
• Undertake programming, planning and forecasting to ensure construction activities take place within overall construction program.
• Ensure that sub-contractors meet all the BMCE requirements before commencing on site (e.g. QITP in place, pre-start meeting held, H&S requirements are met)

What do I need to be successful in this role?
The suitable candidate will have previous experience and knowledge of the facade construction industry, experience delivering complex facades. Other keys skills and experience will include:

• Have knowledge and experience of managing precast cladding and curtain walling (panels and stick systems)
• Previous experience managing the environment, health & safety (EHS) requirements of large scale projects
• Technical competence in façade design and ability to carry out due diligence studies of drawings and specifications
• Personal leadership, integrity and creativity on technical cutting-edge projects
• EHS training to demonstrate competency to provide expert support and guidance to the project team in order to take responsibility for the key aspects of this post
• Ability to manage situations with stakeholders who are not contractually bound to deliver what the project requires in any timeframe at all

What's the company like to work for?
We are a construction company and we are all passionate about delivering exceptional projects that leave a positive and lasting legacy in the cities we build. Because we are passionate, we work hard, and our people are driven. Our Culture? We think we're friendly and our flat management structure means that you'll be just as likely to have a chat with our MD in the kitchen as with any of our other team members. We regularly have business wide socials so you can meet people across our projects, and we run plenty of clubs and events, so you'll never be short of things to do! Benefits of working at Multiplex include:

• Discretionary annual bonus, 8% company contribution pension, 25 days annual leave
• Single private medical cover, employee assistance programme, virtual GP service
• Several flexible benefits from season ticket loans, discounted gym memberships to a cycle to work scheme

At Multiplex we are committed to being a diverse business that is inclusive of everyone. Diversity is about celebrating the ways we are all different and appreciating the unique qualities that every employee brings. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Multiplex.
We offer flexibility in how our people work and value the ongoing development of all staff. We operate “Multiplex Flex” which is much more than working from home! We are open to conversations around flexible working needs for this role and will be more than happy to discuss this with you.