Project Manager

1 week ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Corporate Staffing Services Full time

Project management jobs in Kenya.

The Role

St Andrew's School Turi is seeking to appoint a Project Manager who will be responsible of overseeing the planning, development and delivery of the schools construction projects. He/She will ensure project are delivered within the required scope, time and budget. He/ She will be responsible for collaborating and providing oversight on all internal and external project stakeholders to ensure visibility and accountability on deliverables, efficient communication and a coordinated approach in the delivery of school projects.

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Reporting to the Operations & Projects Director, the specific responsibilities of the Project Manager includes: -

  • Drive project delivery by developing an implementation plan with a defined critical path. Ensure adherence to the delivery plan by tracking against progress, identifying and resolving blockers in delivery and reorganizing the plan when necessary.

  • Co – ordinate project consultants/ the school to ensure delivery on their specific mandates within the expected project

  • Develop a standardized design deliverables report

  • Review and manage internal project supply chain, identifying gaps and resolving blockers before they affect project delivery. Report supply chain

  • Establish a project and governance structure to support project and to implement project delivery strategies developed during pre-construction.

  • Implement relevant reporting procedures for effective project monitoring as well as managing and overseeing all contractors working on internal projects.

  • Establish a program schedule for proper contract scope and issue meeting schedules and communication protocols to ensure efficiency.

  • Monitor program related risks and implement necessary project scope including reporting on any variances in initial costs plans or supply

  • Manage and oversee the procurement process related to internal projects as well as managing stakeholders' input and expectations to prevent delays.

  • Plan project commissioning meetings which include handover checklists, training manuals and user/ client sign offs to ensure seamless transitions and completion.

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    Required Qualifications Skills and Qualities

    • Bachelor's Degree in a building construction or related field

    • A minimum of seven years' experience working as a Project Manager in the construction field

    • Proven experience in the development of business cases, proposals, development strategies to drive decision making/ financing decisions for construction

    • An understanding of current construction industry practices and methodologies, including statutory requirements, negotiation, contracting and arbitration.

    • Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability and confidence to lead presentations and facilitate group discussions

    • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex construction

    • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

    • Demonstrated flexibility and collaboration skills--as a participant, listener, idea-generator, leader, or disputes

    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity

    • Experience with project management software

    • Flexible to changes in work priorities and deliveries

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