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CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
JOB OBJECTIVE
- The position holder shall be responsible for overseeing, planning, managing and tracking different types of construction projects from initiation to completion.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee, manage and direct construction projects from initiation to completion.
- Oversee and co-ordinate Project consultants, contractors, site personnel and other members of the construction team.
- Liaise with the project user departments and provide guidance in defining project scope and budget.
- Develop construction schedules with clear milestones and project deliverables.
- Review and monitor ongoing projects.
- Prepare project status reports.
- Address any grievance or conflicts among site employees.
- Manage, keep and track inventory of KCA University resources such as construction materials, construction tools, equipment, machinery and construction workers.
- Co-ordinate the acquisition of compliance permits and licenses and ensure adherence to the building code regulations.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards at the construction projects.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, health and safety regulations are followed throughout the project.
- Train and give feedback to construction workers and contractors.
- Ensure quality construction standards are adhered to.
- Manage and develop a risk mitigation register for the construction projects.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Masters Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Land Economics, other related field from a recognized institution;
- Project management professional certification or any equivalent qualification is an added advantage
WORK EXPERIENCE
- At least five year’s work experience in General Administrations or Operations or construction management in an institution of higher learning or similar work environment.
- Must have supervised employees in general support services
OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Highly motivated individual, with excellent communication and leadership skills;
- Ability to proactively solve problems in order to avoid crisis;
- Excellent problem solving, analytical and managerial skills;
- Ability to handle a complex workload;
- Excellent knowledge of building permits, legal requirements and construction procedure
- Well versed with construction and project management software
Method of Application
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV including three referees, academic and professional certificates, and a clear copy of your Kenya National ID and iTax certificate via email to hrjobs@kcau.ac.ke by 14th August, 2023.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.