Job Description
Job Purpose
- Plan, direct, coordinate construction projects at the conceptual development stage and oversee progress in a timely and cost-effective manner collaborating with the project team.
- Also, responsible for budgeting, organization, implementation and scheduling of the projects through subordinate supervisory personnel activities for the business.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and direct construction works from conception to completion
- Review the works in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs
- Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with safety regulations
- Coordinate and direct construction project Managers and subcontractors
- Advise on the right work tools, materials and equipment and track inventory
- Meet contractual conditions of performance in collaborating with the Project Manager.
- Review the work progress on daily basis and reports to the CEO/ED
- Timely preparation of internal and external reports pertaining to job status
- Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones in collaboration with the Project team
- Analyze, manage and mitigate risks reporting to the CEO/ED
- Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques
- Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building codes, and other regulations.
- Prepare and submit budget estimates in collaboration with team and submits to the CEO/ED
- Prepares progress and cost tracking reports
- Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.
Key Skills & Qualifications
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Building/Construction management, Architecture, or related field with additional certificate in Construction Management
- A minimum of 9 years work experience in similar role
- Proven working experience in construction management.
- Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods.
- Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.
- Understanding of all facets of the construction process.
- Familiarity with construction management software packages.
- Competent in conflict and crisis management.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and engineering contracts.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for negotiating with vendors, updating stakeholders, and motivating workers.
- Problem-Solving: The ability to make quick, informed decisions when resolving emergencies or unexpected on-site challenges.
- Leadership and human resources management skills.