Assistant Manager, Monitoring Construction Services

Role Specification

Title: Assistant Manager Monitoring Construction Services

Grade: 7

Location: Head Office

Unit: Construction, Quality, Climate Strategy and Skills

Reporting to: Manager, Construction Services

Role Summary

SOLAS is seeking to recruit an Assistant Manager to lead the management, delivery, and oversight of systems monitoring within Safe Pass, CSCS, and QSCS operations. This is a critical role within the Construction Services Unit, responsible for implementing a robust monitoring framework to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and to drive continuous service improvement and operational excellence.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering and reporting on monitoring outcomes, shaping service delivery, and supporting the achievement of construction services goals. They will work collaboratively with internal teams across SOLAS and engage proactively with industry and education and training stakeholders.

We are looking for an experienced individual with strong leadership skills and a proven track record in construction programme delivery, monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and service innovation. The ideal candidate will be flexible, enthusiastic, and results-driven, with demonstrable career achievements to date.

Travel, to include overnights away from base is a requirement for this role.

Key Tasks/Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of a comprehensive Monitoring Framework for Safe Pass, CSCS, and QSCS operations.
• Oversee the digitisation of monitoring systems, processes, and outcome reporting.
• Develop and implement performance reporting metrics and ensure effective data analysis.
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits.
• Manage the end-to-end monitoring function, including the development, preparation, and review of monitoring documentation.
• Collaborate with Senior Management to establish implementation plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver monitoring events in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure monitoring outputs are delivered to a high standard and within agreed timeframes.
• Provide regular updates and progress reports to Senior Management.
• Produce, interpret, and present monitoring data and reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to team members and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across SOLAS and the wider construction sector.
• Participate in business planning and budgeting processes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of future construction and green skills strategies in line with the Government's Housing for All and Climate Action plans and/or any future policies and strategies, and support the establishment of the Construction Licensing Authority.
• Lead and ensure compliance with the SOLAS Performance and Development Process.
• Undertake additional duties and responsibilities as required by management.

Essential Requirements

• A relevant third-level qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years' management experience with a strong record of achievement in an innovative environment.
• At least 5 years' experience within a construction-related training and education environment.
• Proven ability to demonstrate initiative and adaptability, with a clear understanding of strategic challenges and responsibilities.
• Strong capability in developing new systems, processes, and initiatives, and in reviewing and improving existing ones.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data, solve problems creatively, and implement effective solutions.
• Skilled in producing, interpreting, and presenting monitoring data in line with reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, and influencing skills, with the ability to motivate and engage individuals and teams.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills—both written and verbal.