NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor

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The Opportunity

The NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor will be required to oversee all construction assurance activities for the Scheme on which they have been deployed, ensuring that works carried out by the Design and Build Contractor are carried out efficiently, effectively, and in compliance with established standards, specifications, regulatory requirements and requirements under the various contracts. The role holder will be required to represent the interests of the NTA and will act as an independent body to the NEC4 ECC Project Manager. The role holder may be required to monitor works carried out by the Design and Build Contractors, witness any testing, check compliance with the scope and ensure that all works are carried out in line with the quality defined in the scope and specifications documents.

The NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor will assist the Design and Technical Services Lead in establishing and leading the Construction Assurance Functional Area for the particular Scheme on which they have been deployed, providing strategic direction and overseeing the management of a high-performance, integrated function. The role holder will lead the relevant sub-functional area teams and will be required to develop and undertake detailed financial and resource planning for the Scheme on which they have been deployed and oversee the day-to-day management of the activities of Client Partner (CP) staff within the Site Level sub-functional areas, ensuring they are carrying out their relevant tasks efficiently and effectively to ensure the successful delivery of Core Bus Corridor Infrastructure Works (CBCIW).

The NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor will also act as a point of contact between the Site Level and CBCIW Core Level and any other relevant NTA stakeholders and will be required to actively encourage knowledge transfer between CP staff within the Construction Assurance Functional Area and NTA staff. The role holder will also be responsible for coordinating all relevant reporting to the PMO and any additional reporting required in line with defined governance arrangements. In addition, the role holder will assume responsibility for the performance of CP personnel deployed within the sub-functional area and will embed a focus on continuous improvement and best practice throughout the delivery of the Scheme.

The specific tasks and areas of responsibility the NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor may be required to oversee and provide support for are primarily included in Sections 6.C and 6.H of Appendix 1 to the Client Partner Scope of Services

As a NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor at Arup, you will:

• Required to have 10+ years’ construction management / supervision experience with at least 5 years’ experience carrying out construction management / supervision activities across the project lifecycle through to completion in high value road and / or infrastructure projects or projects of a similar scale and complexity to CBCIW.
• Further demonstrated experience and knowledge in the following is desirable:
  • Delivering engineering solutions and results in dynamic urban environments
  • Ensuring works are compliant with the Works Requirements and Road Specifications
  • Site supervision of contract works, including earthworks, drainage, bridge and building construction, preferably within a live urban environment
  • Carrying out duties of NEC Supervisor including relevant NEC training
  • Working knowledge of the NEC contract
  • CDM and Health and Safety
  • Irish Building Regulations and Irish Planning Process
  • Ecological and environmental aspects related to construction
  • Operating on site, not just office based
  • Documenting best practice construction project management policies and standards
  • Delivering construction/asset delivery projects to time and within allocated budget
  • Operating as a client’s project manager
  • Managing high-performing staff / teams including carrying out performance management, undertaking resource planning and embedding a focus on continuous improvement and best-practice and
  • Dealing with a range of stakeholders at all levels across the organisation influencing the improvement of process and guidance to support project delivery

Does this role inspire you?

It is desirable for the NEC4 ECC Project Supervisor to possess the following skills:

• Ability to successfully lead coordination and delivery on large and complex construction projects
• Ability to manage multiple technical requirements and teams within a construction environment
• Ability to manage technical outputs to drive efficiency
• Fully proficient in the use of MS Office applications and other project tools and methodologies
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create a collaborative culture across project teams
• Ability to govern and drive outcomes to ensure high quality service delivery
• Ability to deal with and resolve unforeseen risks and issues
• Excellent stakeholder negotiation and management skills
• Strong team leadership skills with an ability to influence to drive effective design decision making
• Ability to step back from the detail and take a holistic overview
• Ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and deliver consistent service
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to manage client expectations and deliver within agreed parameters and
• Ability to work in a challenging environment both on their own initiative and as part of a team.

Education and Qualifications

• Required to have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (or equivalent)
• ECC Project Manager Accreditation - NEC4 or ECC Supervisor Accreditation - NEC4 is desirable.
• Safepass accreditation is desirable.
• Chartered / Incorporated / Associate Engineer of a relevant professional body is desirable.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme. 
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. 

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?