Project Manager - Construction

Job Title: Project Manager

Job Description:

The Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of infrastructure and operational projects. The role involves maintaining oversight of operations and budgets, ensuring financial best practices, coordinating resources, and delivering projects on time and within scope. The Project Manager liaises with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and infrastructure maintenance.

Operational Oversight

• Maintain oversight of operations and budgets, ensuring adherence to financial best practices.
• Collaborate with accountants and management to ensure effective fiscal management.

Project Coordination

• Oversee day-to-day operations and follow up on tasks with line managers.
• Coordinate construction, maintenance, and repair of equipment, facilities, and infrastructure, including surrounding areas.
• Supervise the building of new infrastructure and projects as required.
• Manage ongoing and new projects, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Meet with clients to gather detailed requirements and clarify project expectations.
• Liaise with headquarters, departments, government offices, and external agencies on project-related issues.
• Facilitate seamless communication between internal resources and third-party vendors for project execution.

Project Execution

• Develop project plans, assign tasks to team members, and monitor progress.
• Use appropriate tools to manage changes, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.

Risk Management & Quality Assurance

• Develop and implement a risk management strategy to minimize project risks.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and metrics.
• Submit project deliverables, ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare detailed project reports using spreadsheets, diagrams, and process maps.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation for all stages of execution.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify successful and unsuccessful elements.
• Delegate project tasks to staff based on individual strengths and expertise.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations to the Operations Director on operational issues.
• Facilitate team development through mentoring and feedback.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional certification, such as PMP or Prince
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management.
• Experience in the relevant industry, such as construction.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing project requirements.
• Fluency in English and another language, depending on the project location and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Employment Type: Full Time

Company Industry:

• Construction
• Civil Engineering