Data Centre Lead - Ireland - Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Description

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Watch Our Story:' ' We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

To manage effectively large-scale multidisciplinary teams on mission critical projects in the role of Project Director, carry out Sales and Business development activities actively to support business growth and to ensure projects are delivered technically correct and on time, whilst maintaining the target profit level. Promote cross selling amongst the disciplines and liaise with other Senior Directors.

Project Management

As Project Director take full responsibility and accountability for project performance (Technical, Programme and Commercial) for all disciplines that fall under the Lead consultant role which can include but not be limited to:

• Structures
• Civils
• MEP
• Critical Engineering
• Sustainability (Incl. BREEAM/LEED, etc)

It will be the Project Director who is ultimately accountable to ensure all disciplines falling under the role of Lead Consultant are fully co-ordinated, technically correct, to the required level of quality and commercially managed to ensure the project costs and revenue drive the profit targets for the project.

Immediate Engineering Subordinates

• Provide positive and effective management and set an example to other members of the team.
• Encourage project team engineers to a high level of performance.
• Report any performance problems to the Senior Director.
• Undertake staff Personal Development Plans and CPD activities.

Financial Performance Reviews

• Accountable on a monthly basis the Project Job Costing Reports.
• Accountable on a monthly basis the reported Profit and Sales Figure
• Provide a quarterly written board report to be presented by others
• Accountable for the Input/Review/Action the following:

Dept/Division - Profit/Loss and Sales

Project Profit/Loss - To date/current month to achieve profit targets

Resourcing - Manage to achieve revenue and profit targets

Sales Ledger Debtors - Resolve All Outstanding

Projected Fee Income - Key Accounts, Next Month and a 12-month Forecast

Project Problems - Technical or Invoicing

Costed Admin Time - Non-Fee Earning Time

Prospects/Sales - Report of Sales Activities

Sales Management/Business Development

Sales Target: Maximise opportunities for securing new business and revenue

Profit Target: Per Project Delivery targets.

Carry out duties of HDR Project Manager (PM):

• To maintain regular contact with Client and build / foster relationship.
• Entertain Client and relevant colleagues.
• Agree fee basis and monthly draw down schedules.
• Agree deliverables directly with the Client and any policy decisions.
• Lead presentation for new projects and co-ordinate all other disciplines
• Project Director for all third party, (non-specialist), disciplines.
• Carry out all invoicing for all services or disciplines offered on time.
• Pursue all outstanding sales ledger debtors (60 days maximum target).
• Progress all sales opportunities.
• Ensure that all projects deliver the required profit target.
• Deal with any formal complaints directly.
• Carry out after sales and Client reviews.
• Monthly accounts are submitted promptly and maximised.
• Develop sales contacts to expand marketing base of Practice.
• Develop new areas of activities for the Practice.
• Assist in Marketing and Corporate events.
• Assist other Directors in Sales & Marketing as required.
• Pursue sales leads generated by Business Development Dept.

Project Delivery

Projects Managed Target: to be agreed with Office Principal and TMT Operational Directors

Profit Target: agreed with Office Principal and TMT Operational Directors on a project-by-project basis.

Carry out duties of Project Director (PD):

• Manage and control resource on Project.
• Ensure technical compliance and quality production of all deliverables
• Sign off all reports and deliverables
• Ensure all deadlines are met.
• Liaise with all team members to ensure that all projects deliver minimum profit target
• Record any changes of scope, which may affect fee basis and advise KAH.
• Post contract completion and end of debtor's reviews with client.
• To ensure that all project design responsibilities are effectively undertaken.
• Assist other Directors in Project Delivery as required.

General Duties

• Structure training and succession of the teams to enhance performance and ensure future engineering expertise in Practice.
• Support the Management Team in running the Practice and assist in QMS execution.
• Support the management of the Practice taking on duties as agreed with the Office Principal and TMT Operational Directors.
• Undertake engineering activities on an as needs basis and where appropriate act as Design Team Leader.
• Ensure No Claims are made on PI, ensure all Contract documents are diligently checked.
• Subject to approval - interview and recruit new team members.
• Control standard in - house technical documents and guides.
• Carry out third party design audit's as necessary.
• Support to other directors in all fields including and not limited to; sales, resource control, problem solving, design advice.
• Review and sign off all direct reports' timecards and expenses.
• Authorise Holiday requests of direct reports.
• Maintain register and carry out Technical audits on projects as required.
• Ensure Quality Management System ISO 9001and
• TMT Sector Meetings
• Business Planning Meetings and Conferences
• Management Meetings
• Technical Meetings
• To attend meetings promptly, be prepared for meeting and to have previously carried out all actions. To ensure all meetings are effective and productive.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Extensive experience, especially in designing and managing projects, ideally 10 years' experience within a design consultancy working on datacentre/mission critical projects.
• Experience of monitoring contract staff or third-party appointments would be desirable.
• Skills in project managing on-going jobs.
• Experience in the same or similar position is desired.
• Competency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint.
• The ability to project a positive and professional attitude at all times.
• Educational qualifications to a degree level or equivalent are desired.
• Incorporated Status in chosen discipline preferred and ongoing pursuit of Chartered status and business qualifications if not already achieved.
• Good knowledge and use of appropriate project and design analysis software.
• Personable and a 'can do' attitude with resource management experience.
• Able to establish rapport and good working relationships within the project team and Clients.
• Strong leadership and people management skills and experience.
• To be able to work as part as a team and collaboratively and co-operatively.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location Primary Location

: Ireland

Schedule Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status Employee Status

: Regular

Job Posting Job Posting

: Mar 8, 2024

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.

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