Dispute Resolution Officer

The Recruitment Co are currently working with a large Public Sector Body in recruiting for a Dispute Resolution Officer

MAIN PURPOSE
To assist the Dispute Resolution Manager, to deliver a comprehensive and consistent approach to Construction Dispute Resolution, proactively managing and leading on various matters with key stakeholders including the client and contractor(s) as required to bring solutions and resolve issues.
The post holder will contribute to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive Dispute Resolution service to support business delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Dispute Resolution Management

• To assist the Dispute Resolution Manager, to deliver a comprehensive and consistent approach to Construction Dispute Resolution, proactively managing and leading on various matters with key stakeholders including the client and contractor(s) as required to bring solutions and resolve issues.
• To support the Dispute Resolution Manager in the day to day operation and management of the Unit.
• To assist with influencing and seeking to resolve various matters that are in dispute with the parties involved through the processes and procedures under the contract, and via alternative dispute resolution means, attempting to reduce potential litigation's where possible, supported by legal partners where required.
• To liaise with colleagues in understanding Contract disputes needs, supporting the Dispute Resolution Manager in advising on appropriate routes to resolution, working alongside external panel solicitors where
• required.
• To work with others in the organisation to obtain contract information for preparing clear and accurate information to manage the issues referred to the Dispute Resolution unit, to protect the interests of the pursuance of contractual disputes, including those arising from adjudication, arbitration, litigation, insolvencies, and terminations.

General Management Responsibilities

• To contribute to the effective delivery of a quality service through the formulation, review and proper implementation of policies and procedures.
• To promote and represent its interests with relevant outside bodies including attendance at meetings, seminars and conferences to seek to extend links with all appropriate bodies.
• To participate on working groups and committees as required.

Essential Criteria
Applicants must provide evidence by the closing date for application that they meet
the following essential criteria:
1. (i) A Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent level 6 qualification) in Quantity
Surveying or in another relevant Building/Construction Discipline PLUS at
least 2 years’ relevant experience working within a Building/Construction
function
OR
(ii) A BTEC Higher National Certificate/Diploma (or equivalent Level 5
qualification) in a Technical/Construction related discipline PLUS at least 3
years’ relevant experience working within a Building/Construction function