Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager will coordinate all construction processes to ensure that a project is completed on time and within budget.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Plan, organise and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.

· Liaise with supervisory personnel to discuss work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.

· Prepare estimation of costs, budgets, and construction timeframes.

· Inspect and review construction work, repair projects and reports to ensure work conforms to specifications.

· Study job specifications to plan and approve the construction of the project.

· Direct and supervise workers on construction sites to ensure the project meets specifications.

· Assign workers to construction work projects.

· Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, trade workers and clients.

· Formulate reports concerning work progress, costs and scheduling to ensure that the project is completed on time and within budget.

· Liaise with Periti and staff from government authorities, including health and safety inspectors and building inspectors.

· Ensure construction work is being carried out in accordance with building regulations.

· Investigate reports of damage at construction sites to ensure proper procedures are being carried out.

· Be involved in the recruitment and selection of workers and sub-contractors.

· Assist in the preparation and submission of tender bids.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

· The ideal candidate must hold a Degree in Construction Engineering, Building Services Engineering or Project Management.

· Hold an Architect Warrant specialising in Structural Engineering.

· Previous experience working in the building and construction sector and in other supervisory, technical PR Trade roles.

· Hold a valid and clean driving license.

· The candidate must speak and write fluently in English.

COMPATIBILITY WITH THE COMPANY’S VALUES

· Possess an aptitude towards creating a safe environment to himself and others.

· Be able to commit and provide quality to his/her line of work.

· Strive to create a customer-driven approach.

· Believe that teamwork makes work more efficient and leads to better productivity.

· Show respect and integrity at the workplace and able to work in a team.

· Believe that continuous professional development is the key to continue growing within the Company and keen to attend training as required.

· Cultivate a strong understanding of key social and environmental issues.

COMPETENCIES

· People management and leadership skills in order to lead a team of construction workers

· Managing multicultural and multilingual teams

· Organisational and planning skills

· Problem solving and decision-making skills

· Time management and multitasking skills

· The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

· The ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Knowledge of any raw materials that need to be used in construction

· Knowledge of processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the efficiency of the work

· Knowledge of any materials and tools as well as methods, needed in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as roads

· An understanding of customer needs and the ability to meet quality standards

· Knowledge of relevant machines and tools, including their uses, repair and maintenance

· Knowledge of building regulations

· Financial management skills

· Negotiation skills

· Networking skills and the ability to maintain professional relationships

· Fluent with MS Office Applications including MS Project

· Proficient in ACAD

· Knowledge of health and safety procedures