Dispute Resolution Officer
Belfast
37 hours a week
£16.63 per hour
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.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Dispute Resolution Management
1. 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.
2. To support the Dispute Resolution Manager in the day to day operation and management of the Unit.
3. 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 litigations where possible, supported by legal partners where required.
4. To liaise with colleagues in understanding Contract disputes needs, supporting the Dispute Resolution Manager in advising on appropriate routes to resolution, working alongside external NIHE panel solicitors where required.
Experience and Qualifications
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
2. Demonstrate significant relevant experience in ALL of the following areas set out below:
(a) Understanding of the NEC contract document structure and experience in the management and application of NEC building contracts, including providing contract related advice, and compiling Lessons Learned
(b) Management of early warnings and compensation events, including the importance of programme
(c) The inspection of works to determine compliance with specification, and delivery of projects through NEC contract management principles
(d) The collection, analysis, distilling and reporting of contract related issues/disputes, inclusive of cost data, providing comprehensive information to support decision making, with reference to associated contract clauses
(e) Engaging with legal advisors providing accurate and timely information to assist in issues/disputes and reporting back to management on same
4. Candidates must possess a current driving licence or have access to a form of transport that enables them to meet the requirements of the post in full
To apply send cv by by 5pm on 24th Jan