Project Manager - NPHCDA Warehouse Renovation at John Snow Inc - JSI

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate project activities with all stakeholders, including the NPHCDA, SURE-P MCH and other government agencies as maybe required.
• Work with the contractors in creating project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Monitor project progress and contractor performance to ensure adherence to the terms and conditions of contract.
• Work closely with USAID|DELIVER PROJECT colleagues to promote client satisfaction and to ensure timely acceptance and sign-off of project deliverables and milestones.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Nigerian regulations and identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Working with NPHCDA, coordinate permitting and site readiness actions as well as perform site inspections for quality control.
• Work with contractors to develop weekly project status reports and other documentation as may be required for the management of the project.
• Maintain projects lists, close-outdocumentation, and all other relevant documentation.
• Monitor budget and expenditures by working closely with the finance office.
• Respond to inquiries from the USAID|DELIVER PROJECT senior management and Home Office HOI colleagues regarding assigned project status and concerns about the project progress.
• Contribute to development and implementation of relevant work plans and activity budgets.
• Adherence to JSI norms and code of conduct as per contractual requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Professional degree in civil engineering, architecture, or related technical area.
• Current accreditation from relevant Nigerian professional society and/or licensing agency.
• Five or more years' experience in construction-related project management.
• Demonstrate ability to manage tight deadlines and quick turnaround on completion of activities. Examples/references of such abilities will be an added advantage forthis position.
• Demonstrable knowledge on Nigerian building codes, permitting processes, etc.
• Proven command of construction quality assurance procedures.
• Experience with renovation/refurbishment of pharma-grade warehouses is desired.
• Experience with USAID funded projects is desired.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Effectiveness working with culturally and professionally diverse teams.
• Ability and willingness to travetin the field.