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Your Duties: Assist the Dispute Resolution Manager in managing Construction Dispute Resolution, working with key stakeholders, including clients and contractors, to proactively resolve issues.
Support daily operations of the Dispute Resolution Unit, helping to address disputes and offer resolution guidance to avoid litigation.
Advise on appropriate dispute resolution routes and liaise with external NIHE panel solicitors when needed.
Provide clear, detailed information on contract disputes to protect the Housing Executives interests, handling issues like adjudication, arbitration, and litigation.
Offer NEC contract management advice to internal teams, supporting claim evaluations and guiding contract management.
Prepare and update reports on ongoing matters, including dispute escalation processes, summaries, and updates for senior management.
Support training initiatives, workshops, and seminars on contract issues, maintaining a Lessons Learned Register and updating staff on best practices.
Help maintain the Risk Register and complete staff appraisals, identifying and supporting staff development needs.
Your Profile: Qualifications: A Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or another relevant Building/Construction field, plus at least 2 years experience in a Building/Construction role,OR A BTEC Higher National Certificate/Diploma in a Technical/Construction-related field, with 3 years experience in a Building/Construction function.
Skills: Strong knowledge of NEC contract management and experience handling early warnings, compensation events, and project compliance.
Ability to collect, analyse, and report on contract disputes, liaising with legal advisors as necessary.
Excellent planning, communication, and report preparation skills.
Customer-focused, self-motivated, and able to work within tight deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Other: A valid drivers license or access to suitable transport to fulfil the job requirements.
Your Benefits: £16.63 per hour.
Pension Contribution.
Hybrid role with equipment provided for both office and home-based work.
Additional Information: Full-time, Temporary.
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm (37 hours per week).
A Basic Access NI is required at a cost of £16.
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Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Benefits: Pension Fund