Monday, January 21, 2013

Construction Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

A leading real estate company involved in Construction, Project Management, Project design, planning and development, Letting and Property Management is looking to fill the position of a Construction Manager
The Construction Manager will be based in Nairobi and will report to the Managing Director and liaise with other Directors and Heads of Departments. 
The position is of a temporary nature for a period of 6 months with possibility of extension or confirmation.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Prepare comprehensive project implementation programs
  • Prepare the schedule of resources both human and material required to realize the implementation program
  • Oversee the implementation of the above programs
  • Ensure projects are managed within the approved financial budgets
  • Interpret the project drawings/plans and contract terms to various publics within and outside the organization.
  • Evaluate construction methods and determine the cost-effectiveness of plans.
  • Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Obtain all necessary permits and licenses.
  • Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods.
  • Select, contract, and oversee workers who complete specific pieces of the project, such as painting, electrical, plumbing etc.
  • Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects.
  • Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports.
  • Develop and implement quality control programs.
  • Take remedial action to deal with project delays.
  • Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
  • Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper remedial action is taken.
  • Generation of monthly reports
Minimum Requirements
  • Bsc. Construction Management or Civil Engineering
  • 3 – 4 years’ experience in a similar position with a reputable organization   
  • Ability to make decisions and solve problems by analyzing information and evaluating results
  • Ability to review large quantities of information, monitor processes, materials, and surroundings
  • Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize work by developing specific goals and plans.
Salary budget: Kshs. 100,000 – 150, 000 Gross

How to apply: 
If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. 
Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke before close of business 30th Jan 2013. 
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
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