Project Coordinator [Construction] at Bradfield Consulting

Our client, an education organisation, whose aim is to deliver a world-class education to children in all facets of its operations

Job Description

• Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of specific projects and ensuring that specified deliverables and objectives are achieved.
• In addition, he/she will coordinate and manage the long-term development plans with respect to the buildings, infrastructure and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Define the scope of the project in collaboration with the Projects Committee and executive management
• Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
• Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project
• Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
• Review the project schedule with Projects Committee, executive management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
• Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion
• Oversee the execution of the project according to the project plan
• Submit progress reports on the project to the Projects Committee and executive management
• Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
• Liaise with all Departments/Committees of the Trust on all matters relating to projects.

Education and Experience

• B.Sc in Civil Engineering with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division from a recognized University and/or any other related field.
• Strong Construction Industry background with a minimum of 7 years work experience.
• 3-5 years of experience supporting Project Managers in the delivery of development projects
• Knowledge of the building development/redevelopment industry
• Familiarity with construction methods and the building codes

Skills and Competencies:

• Project Management skills
• Excellent IT proficiency skills
• Strong Interpersonal skills/Team Player
• Dynamic and Result Oriented
• Creativity and innovative skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills with personable appearance
• Leadership skills/ Able to lead a wide span of direct and dual reports
• Eye for detail, design and aesthetics.