Billable Works Manager- HMS Collingwood

at  Serco Plc

VIVO, a 50:50 joint venture between Serco and EQUANS, has been awarded places on the Defence FM and Housing Maintenance framework contracts.
VIVO embodies both experience and innovation. It combines Serco’s comprehensive track record delivering engineering, technical and FM services to the UK MOD for over 55 years with EQUANS’ market leading FM, energy, asset optimisation and regeneration capabilities.
Contract Type: Full time, permanent
Location: Office based at HMS Collingwood
Salary: Competitive + benefits
Here at VIVO we are currently recruiting for a Billable Works Manager who will join our direct delivery team, managing a large pipeline of small project works at HMS Collingwood.
Reporting into the Built Estate Manager (BEM) you will liaise with direct delivery team and contractors to ensure all billable works are delivered efficiently and are compliant with statutory legislation, MoD requirements and H&S standards. This will include ensuring all billable work documentation/information is completed in a timely manner i.e. Statement of Need, Invoices, Purchase Orders, Maximo, etc.
This role will see you provide technical support and advice to DIO and the customer, providing optimal solutions to meet customer requirements. Whilst you manage cost and stakeholder expectations through excellent communication and sound commercial decisions to ensure we provide value for money, you will also ensure any complaints are resolved in a timely and satisfactory manner.
Within this role you will be reviewing and approving RAMS to ensure they meet our health and safety standards. Working closely with Approved Persons (APs) you will ensure that all billable works carried out on site are conducted IAW with JSP375.
What you’ll need to do this role
Within this role you will use your previous experience managing small projects, including scoping/requirements gathering and your working knowledge of SFG20, CDM regulations and Asbestos to ensure high customer service.
It is desirable that you hold Prince2 Foundation or equivalent qualification and/or hold a recognised qualification in a Building/Civil Engineering or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
This role will see you travel to other local sites within close proximity therefore it is essential that you hold a clean and valid UK driving licence.
It is desirable that you have experience of operating within an MOD environment and have familiarity with geography and establishments within area of responsibility
You must be able to pass SC Clearance to be considered for this role.
What we offer
Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
25 Days annual leave
Volunteer leave
One paid professional subscription
Life Assurance Policy
Employee discount and reward schemes
Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work
A company that recognises your contribution
Training opportunities and qualifications within a supportive environment to ensure career progression
VIVO Defence Services
The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.
At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.
We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. If candidates wish to request extra time to apply then they should contact 0345 010 4000 and ask to speak to a VIVO Recruiter

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