Reporting to the General Manager, you will perform various functions to ensure that projects under supervision are well coordinated and executed efficiently and on time.
These activities are carried out bearing in mind the objectives of the organization.
Responsibilities
To manage the whole project life cycle from negotiation phase to delivery phase including health, safety, quality and environmental standards
To manage the project team on what is feasible and achievable during before and after project execution
To analyse and create project risk mitigation plans before and during projects
To manage the individual project life cycle within the defined project governance
To conduct in-depth reviews and analysis of all projects or contract documents so as to be familiar with every detail and/or requirements
Responsible for coordinating internal resources and contractors for the smooth execution of projects
To ensure that projects are delivered on time and within the budget and scope
Responsible for the availability and efficient allocation of resources
Responsible for the development of a detailed project plan to monitor the progress
Responsible for developing project objectives and scopes, involving all relevant stakeholders and also ensuring technical feasibility of each project
Responsible for managing the changes in project scope, schedule, and cost
To measure project performance using the appropriate tools and techniques
Responsible for managing the relationship with clients and stakeholders
To assist in the maintenance, development, and enhancement of the company’s relationship with contractors in a bid to produce strategic partnership
To train and mentor employees in areas of project management and estimating.
Requirements
First Degree in Civil Engineering / Building Technology or Quantity Surveying
Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience, out of which 3 must be in a managerial capacity
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
Experience with techno commercial issues to include tendering, contract negotiation and vendor management.
Ability to plan and see the “big picture”
Competent in conflict and crisis management
Excellent time and project management skills.
Required Skills:
Excellent Communications skills – both oral and written
Strong organisational skills
Good interpersonal relations skills
Effective conflict management skills
Must possess exceptional client-facing and internal communication skills