Title: Graduate Project Engineer
Reporting to: M&E Operations Manager
Location: Magherafelt
What CFM can offer you:
This is a fantastic opportunity for a career driven professional to join an industry leader who are going from strength to strength. As well as long term career prospects you will be part of a forward thinking and dynamic team and receive benefits such as, Healthcare Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Family Friendly policies, "Perks” which offers exclusive member discounts, great deals and cashback on shopping, travel restaurants and much more!
Our Vision & Purpose:
CFM is a purpose-driven company, with an exciting Vision and we are extremely passionate about supporting and developing our team.
Role Overview:
Operating within a fast-paced, the Graduate Project Engineer will support the M&E Operations Manager in the service & delivery of maintenance & improvement contracts for the relevant area. They will have oversight & support the management projects, Sub-Contractors, Direct Labour, Stores, & Supply Chain Partners.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the team (inclusive of Supply chain) to fully comply with all work processes using the IT systems and PDAs in place to manage the high volumes of work & ensure strong compliance across all workstreams.
- Co-ordinate the Planning & Scheduling of the work with the supply chain/ DEL Teams, to ensure operate as efficiently as possible with each contractor/ trade maximizing productivity.
- Monitoring Job Numbers & Workflows ensuring adequate resource is in place to meet the Key Performance Indicators set by our clients.
- Liaise with Client on service delivery matters, responding to queries and complaints
- Liaise with Tenants regarding project commencement dates, access arrangements and general queries around works being carried out by CFM.
- Operational and commercial management of projects. This includes Preparation and submission of job costs in line with the contract Schedule of Rates, agreeing specification for works pre-start, closely monitoring project throughout to ensure project targets are achieved and procuring and managing cost of Subcontractor packages.
- Liaise with the Stores Personnel to ensure all Materials are available to keep work streams operating according to the Planned Schedules. Ensure communication of any materials shortages is highlighted promptly & communication with clients is clear and timely to manage expectations.
- Use a flexible approach to problem solving to meet targets.
- Assist with and champion Continuous Improvement and LEAN initiatives within the department by identifying more efficient ways of doing things.
- Assist Team members with their duties when necessary to maintain service delivery.
- Attend client meetings representing CFM in the best possible light.
- To perform the job in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures,
- To perform any other duties as may be reasonably required
Essential Criteria
- Degree qualified in Engineering or Construction or alternative but related subject
- Good written & verbal communication skills
- A valid UK Driver’s License Be personally organised at all times
- Ability to keep track of multiple tasks or projects & manage their own time effectively
- Ability to problem solve and make quick decisions
- Ability to think outside the box regarding improvements to efficiencies
Desirable Criteria
- Masters Degree
- Experienced in Facilities Management Industry
- IT Skills & knowledge of Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel,)
- Previous experience in working on Housing Associations contracts
- Previous Experience working on heating maintenance contracts
- Knowledge of M&E Specialist systems.
