Defects Coordinator
Job in
Newry, County Down, BT35 6HT, Northern Ireland, UK
Listed on 2026-03-01
Listing for:
Cunningham Contracts Ltd.
Full Time, Contract
position Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
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Management
Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to delivering an exciting career with learning, development and progression potential. We are currently seeking a Defects Coordinator to join our high performing team. REPORTING TO:
Operations Manager
LOCATION:
Newry CONTRACT TYPE:
Full-Time, Permanent
HOURS:
Monday - Friday (8am-5pm Monday-Thursday, 8am-2.30pm Fridays) Role Responsibilities Liaise with Client representatives to review defects that have been raised by Tenants Liaise with sub-contractors and internal resource to arrange quick and efficient closeout of notified defects. Allocate and coordinate multiple trades, ensuring work is completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales Co-ordinate different defect work streams to make remedial works as cost effective as possible.
Liaise with the Operations Manager to notify of defects progress per project. Maintain registers of defects and track their progress to close out. The Candidate Qualifications & Experience Essential:
Previous experience in a Construction related role Good Knowledge of construction project stages and terminology Enthusiastic and keen to develop Strong written and oral communication skills Excellent IT and creative presentation skills Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work under pressure and to strict timescales Demonstrates excellent time management and prioritisation of workload Ability to work on own initiative Skills & Attributes:
The ability to work as part of cross-functional teams. Excellent communicator, with ability to convey complex information well. The ability to create and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and clients. Highly organised in relation to management of tasks and deadlines. Good attention to detail. Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Additional information All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK and in the Republic of Ireland at the time of application.
Proof of this will be required for any candidate who is successful in the role. This role will at time to time, require working in other locations, including construction sites or at client offices. A degree of flexibility is therefore required. Benefits As part of the Cunningham team, you will be offered the following employee benefits in addition to your market leading salary: 31 days Annual Leave Life Assurance Policy Pension Scheme Healthcare Cash Plan Company Sick Pay Company maternity / paternity pay Employee Assistance Programme Flexible Working Policy Wellbeing Events Company Occupational Health Social Events Team Development Days Ongoing Training & Development Bespoke career pathways Support for Chartership Pathways State-of-the-art office facilities On-Site Car Parking Professional Membership Support Branded clothing
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