Firm – Nairobi (1)
This is a level management position requiring a
high degree of independent decision making and
professionalism. The Construction manager will in
the development of construction projects by
overseeing the budgeting, organization,
implementation, and scheduling of the projects.
They will work closely with engineers, architects,
and other specialists who contribute to the
success of their projects. Within the firm they will
work closely with the management and other
departments as well.
Job Duties and Tasks for: "Construction Manager"
Preconstruction Services support
• Preparing a deliverable schedule relative to
bidding practices
• Assisting the estimating department during plan
review
• Preparing a preliminary construction schedule
• Delineating project requirement and general
conditions
Administration of the project
• Communications of issues, and coordination of
activities
• Document control
• Schedule the project in logical steps and budget
time required to meet deadlines.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor
compliance with building and safety codes, and
other regulations.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms
to administrative staff, workers, and clients,
representing the owner or developer.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions,
changes and additions to contractual agreements
with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and
subcontractors.
• Obtain all necessary permits and licenses
Acquisitions required for the construction of the
project
• Refinement of scope
• Identifying items that have delivery dates that
impact the schedule
• Purchasing of trades and materials
• Performs all functions inherent in management
and supervisory positions through directing,
planning, organizing and coordinating.
• Responsible for the quality of services provided
by the organization in their relationship with
other divisions and departments, corporate
organization, client representatives, contractors
and suppliers.
Management and scheduling of the project
• Develop construction bid documents and
negotiate contracts with contractors,
subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Understanding manpower operations
• Materials applications
• Building code issues
• Resolve disputes and conflicts related to projects
and Clients.
• Demonstrate an expertise relative to
constructability as applied to construction
methods and materials, and the economics
involved.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination
on projects between all disciplines and parties
Cost control management
• Issues resolution
• Managing and verification of subcontractor
change orders
• Preparation of cost documents for submission
and resolution
• Responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting
and coordinating the technical and management
aspects on projects.
• Determine labor requirements and dispatch
workers to construction sites.
• Responsible for site managers and other site
employee staffing and administration
Project close-out
• Achieving substantial completion
• Aggressive punch list completion
• Submission of recoded drawings, maintenance
manuals & Warranties
Other tasks
• Keep abreast of technological developments.
• Attend technical and professional society
meetings and seminars.
• Advance knowledge of construction, construction
management, and design-build construction
obtained through a combination of experience and
education.
Qualification
1. Bachelor of building and construction or
construction management or a degree with the
related degree disciplines. A higher diploma of
the above courses with extensive experience will
be considered.
2. Specialized courses in project management and
construction management and/or managerial
concepts will be an advantage
3. Experience in working with multidiscipline
projects.
4. Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite
(Excel, Word) and MS Project.
5. Pre-employment screening, background
screening including previous employment,
education, criminal history, and driving record will
be conducted close vision, distance vision, depth
perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
If you meet the above qualifications, send your CV
to sitevacancy@gmail.com only shortlisted will be
contacted for the interviews; they will be
conducted from 22.06.2013
The position will be filled immediately.
