Construction Manager Job ELDOWAS

Planning, Design & Construction Manager Job, Engineering Jobs 2020,

Purpose of the Job

To plan, organize and direct the maintenance work section

Responsibilities

Managerial Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct field surveys to locate new sites and analyze details of project sites.
• Design water and sewerage projects using set engineering standards/guidelines and develop detailed drawings and bills of quantities
• Develop detailed engineering bid documents for works to be outsourced
• Supervise construction projects done either internally or through contractors for delivery of quality work within the stipulated timelines and budgets
• Develop and review terms of reference for consultants to undertake major works
• Convene/attend periodic project site meetings and submit detailed progress reports
• Conduct materials test and analysis
• Monitor construction activities to ensure that environmental and Safety regulations are met;
• Organizing and directing staff on the day to day activities;
• Estimate cost of completed work or for needed renovations or upgrades.

Operational Roles and Responsibilities

• Producing designs, both initial outlines and full plans, of sewerage, water treatment and flood defense structures such as pump systems and pipe networks;
• Carry out designs and construction supervision of sewerage projects;
• Supervise construction of new structures/ repairs and provide the necessary Engineering expertise;
• Managing and maintaining water and sewerage infrastructure operations;
• Presenting project details and technical information to colleagues and clients;
• Preparation of reports;
• Managing project budgets;
• Keeping up to date with changes in regulatory legislation and guidelines;
• Writing and advertising tender documents and managing contracts;
• Liaising with clients, contractors, government agencies, local authorities and suppliers;
• Monitoring flood levels;
• Supervising staff and site workers;
• Using a variety of specialist computer applications/simulation software;
• Ensuring that projects keep to budgets and timescales;
• Maintaining an awareness of current environmental issues;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Key Result Areas

The jobholder’s accountability areas are as follows

• Effective operational cost control of the department’s financial resources;
• Successful implementation of quality control standards for services offered by the department;
• Effective supervision of employees assigned to the department;
• Maximization of productivity in the department;
• Continuous process improvement of services offered by the department.

 Knowledge and Skills Required

The jobholder must possess

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Water Engineering or any other related field;
• A minimum of 8 years’ in related work experience, (3 years of this in Senior Management; 2 years in water related project management and supervision)
• A member of the Engineers Board of Kenya or Institute of Engineers Kenya;
• Must have demonstrated ability to handle departmental budgets, resources, processes, projects and relationships;
• Should have thorough knowledge of the relevant industry/sector as well as knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting the relevant sector;
• Must have ability to plan, organize, implement and evaluate departmental goals;
• Must demonstrate ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities, and work under strict deadlines;
• Should have strong analytical and be result oriented;
• Must have high standards of integrity and ethical practice;
• Must be capable of functioning effectively both as a team player and a team leader;
• Must have management and Leadership skills;
• Must have ability to accurately plan work assignments, prioritize tasks and deliver deadlines;
• Should have problem solving and decision making abilities;
• Should be an effective communicator with the ability to handle both internal and external communication;
• Should demonstrate ability to identify and respond to risk areas within the department;
• Should have effective people management and conflict resolution skills;
• Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages.
• Should have strong analytical skills and be result oriented;
• Must have high standards of integrity and ethical practice;
• Must have management and Leadership skills;
• Must have ability to accurately plan work assignments, prioritize tasks and deliver deadlines;
• Should have problem solving and decision making abilities;
• Should be an effective communicator with the ability to handle both internal and external communication;
• Should demonstrate ability to identify and respond to risk areas within the department;
• Should have effective people management and conflict resolution skills;
• Must have knowledge in the use of MS office packages

How to Apply

Applications may be emailed to md@eldowas.or.ke, deposited at our Head Office OFF Kambi Somali Road next to Coca Cola or posted to:

The Managing Director,

Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company Ltd.,

P.O BOX 8418-30100,

Eldoret

Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company is an equal opportunity employer and the marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.   Note: All applications to be received not later than Thursday 24th December 2020 at 16.00 Hrs.