Technical Assurance Manager

Equans is looking for a Technical Assurance Manager to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

The purpose of the role is to be the Contract Interface for the management of all of the deliverable additional works and projects. Liaising with the project management and operational teams to ensure projects are on track and delivered as well as working with the delivery models whether capital, Lifecycle or Operationally are delivered.

The post holder will assist General Manager with commercial control over projects allocated to deliver margins identified.  To work as part of the 2MS management team to build on reputation, capability and delivering efficiently.

The primary focus to ensure adherence to all applicable Built Environment and Project Agreement standards through diligent quality management and direct management of such project delivery as directed by General Manager.

What will you deliver?

• Accountable for the service delivery in accordance with business systems, such as quality assurance, environmental management system, financial systems, administration and policies. Particular attention to project close out documentation, room data sheets and contractual Hand back criteria
• Provide quality management through “Clerk of Work” techniques ensuring that all additional works and projects comply with standards and support the Project Agreement Hand back Criteria
• Ensure that all Additional/Project works are effectively closed out with suitable commissioning, O&M documentation and that the changes are interfaced back into the contract through document/drawing version control, asset change and specialist training
• Assist in the appointment of consultants as required, identification of applicable standards and adherence
• In accordance with contract forms, manage projects within the specified terms.  Ensure risk is appropriately considered for sub-contract transfer or reviewed in conjunction with procurement / legal departments to agree risk share
• Provide urgent management information when required, weekly up-dates and monthly management information for pipeline, cashflow, budgetary and Gestion purposes
• To ensure staff and contractors maintain the highest standards of health and safety, professionalism and customer service at all times
• Promote effective and efficient co-ordination and integration between BYes management, SPV and client . Promote effective and efficient co-ordination and integration.  Ensure projects delivered do not compromise PFI KPIs or render space unavailable
• Gather organise and provide information required for report purposes to meet all contractual obligations including KPI’s and maintain such records as are required by the contract.  Work closely with supply chain on all appointment and monitoring activities
• Update site asset registers, insurance registers, service contract requirements and PPM schedules associated with all completed projects in conjunction with the BYes Maintenance Managers
• To maintain all project administrative activities on site including Quality Assurance procedures and all procedures associated with monitoring and recording contract performance as detailed within the contract
• To undertake Authorised / Responsible Person’s roles and participate in out of hours operational management team as part of Contract business continuity plan. (On-Call Rota)
• Manage supply chain in accordance with company policy and procedure ensuring formal performance feedback is provided to the procurement team
• To fulfil Health & Safety responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the Company’s Health & Safety Policy and Health & Safety Management Plans

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Proven background in Facilities Management
• Technical background, either mechanical or electrical
• Strong Commercial awareness
• Previous experience with PFI
• Understanding of project management processes
• High level of verbal, written and numeric skills and must be computer literate. 
• Must be able to work with all stakeholders and operational staff, be self-motivating, able to work on own initiative, liaise and delegate effectively with staff operating in a multi-disciplinary environment

This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.