Recruitment Specialist
PCS
مجموع سنوات الخبرة :6 years, 8 أشهر
I was responsible for starting up the Durban branch again after it had been closed down for 5-6 years. This included extensive marketing of the business, meeting with all new clients, updating the database of existing clients and basically putting the Durban branch on the map again.
- Marketing of the business as well as placing job vacancies adverts through social networks.
- Marketing (cold-calling) of the business telephonically.
- Negotiating placement fees and contracts.
- Strategizing innovative and unique solutions to clients' staffing specifications.
- Sourcing of suitable applicants including head hunting them and also accessing the company database to make contact with passive or active Candidates.
- Screening new CV's, accessing the company database,
- Shortlisting Candidates and then interviewing them. Reference checks.
- Coaching clients on the best steps to move forward throughout their placement process.
I started as the Buyer for Pablo Projects in June 2011 while I was still technically employed by The Domain Joint Venture as a Project Co-Ordinator. I was officially taken over by Pablo Project on 1 October 2011 to handle the same function as Project Co-Ordinator incorporating the functions of a Client Liaison Officer, Buyer and Assistant Project Manager.
My key responsibilities included:
Buyer:
◦ Optimizing relations with key suppliers
◦ To source and negotiate pricing for materials and
reducing costs by sourcing materials directly from
manufacturers wherever possible
◦ Confirming availability on materials
◦ Finalising orders
◦ Overall ensuring that the materials purchased for
the construction projects were within our established budgets and as per the programme and this in turn assisted in keeping the contract profitable.
Client Liaison / Project Manager:
◦ Liaising with contractors on site to understand
requirements and provide support.
◦ Co-ordinating activities on site to ensure support delivery, lead times and deadlines are met as per the construction programmes.
◦ Co-ordinating with the finance department to ensure that cost codes are followed and captured correctly.
◦ Supporting the tendering function by submitting accurate inputs.
The position incorporated the functions of Buyer, Assistant Project Managerial responsibilities as well as the Client Liaison function.
I oversaw the entire development of a 2-4 bedroom home from conception through to completion including overseeing the finalisation of the surround works e.g. landscaping. Constant communication with various contractors, new owners and management ensured that every specification met the stringent standards expected both by clients and management in order to uphold the exclusiveness of the development.
Key responsibilities included:
Planning, implementing, monitoring and the
evaluation of building and snag programs for
contractors.
Managing surround works - ensuring electrical meters
are in, ground levels are correct and according to NBR standards, ensuring adequate storm water drainage and handling making adjustments where necessary and running them past the Engineers for approval.
Track the progress and quality of work being performed by design disciplines/trades and ensuing specifications of finishes are finalised with owners and are communicated to contractors and their installation monitored and evaluated.
To ensure occupational deadlines are met and to
conduct pre-occupation inspections to make certain satisfactory units are handed over to new owners.
To liaise with client, conveyancers, contractors,
interior designers and the architect guaranteeing there are no miscommunications and that the exclusivity of the development is maintained.
Maintaining the confidentiality of both clients and the company at all times.Use project scheduling and control tools to monitor projects plans, work hours, budgets and expenditures.
Attend client meetings and assist with determination of project requirements.
Chair site meetings and distribute minutes to all project team members.
Assist the Q.S. in the review of Contractor quotations to ensure that only fair and reasonable pricing is recommended for approval.
Prepare substantial completion certificates and ensure all required project close out documents are obtained.
Communicate ideas for improving company processes
with a positive and constructive attitude, and for
developing this attitude in others.
Keep the Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor and
others informed about project status and issues that
may impact client relations.
The ability to read and interpret plans including making amendments where necessary
Skills and expertise acquired:
Knowledge of the construction industry.
Supervisory skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Initiative, problem solving and negotiation skills.
Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
Administrative skills relative to purchasing and
procurement of materials.
Skilled in maintaining high levels of customer care.