Project Manager / Construction Manager

Project Manager / Construction Manager

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification Professional Certificate
• Experience 5 - 7 years
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Construction and Site Engineering , Project and Program Management

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Summary

• Summit Human Resource & Marketing Group Ltd is seeking a competent, experienced and results-oriented Project Manager / Construction Manager to oversee construction and property development projects.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within approved budgets, and to the required quality, safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage construction projects from inception to completion.

• Supervise contractors, consultants, site teams and construction activities.

• Develop project schedules, budgets, milestones and resource plans.

• Monitor project costs, contractor valuations, variations and expenditure.

• Ensure quality control and compliance with approved drawings and specifications.

• Enforce health, safety and environmental standards on construction sites.

• Coordinate procurement, delivery and utilisation of construction materials.

• Identify and mitigate project risks, delays and cost overruns.

• Maintain project documentation and prepare regular progress reports.

• Coordinate inspections, snagging, defect rectification and project handover.

• Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Building Technology or a related field.

• At least 5–7 years of relevant experience in construction or project management.

• Proven experience managing residential, commercial or property development projects.

• Experience managing contractors, consultants and multidisciplinary teams.

• Knowledge of Kenyan construction regulations, occupational health and safety requirements.

• Relevant professional registration where applicable.

• PMP, PRINCE2 or an equivalent project management certification is an added advantage.

• Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

• Excellent planning, organisation and problem-solving abilities.

• Proficiency in project scheduling, budgeting and cost control.

• Ability to interpret architectural, structural and engineering drawings.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• High standards of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.

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