Missionary Construction Manager, Africa at ECWA Hospital, Egbe

The Missionary Construction Manager, Africa, will work in a supporting, advisory and mentoring role to the national Construction Leader and Foreman in the construction of a Surgery Center and Male Ward for ECWA Hospital Egbe. This important volunteer/missionary role will be the vital liaison between the US-based project leader and the national Construction Leader in ensuring clear communication on the myriad of ongoing details related to the construction process from start to finish.

The ideal term for this role would be 1 – 2 years, the time-frame is negotiable.

Key tasks and responsibilities to be supported and advise on include:

• Develop the construction plan and schedule with corresponding project budgets and timelines;
• Work with the national Construction Leader to oversee the hiring, negotiation of payment, and management of work of national construction employees, subcontractor construction crews and temporary workers;
• Monitor the pricing, ordering, and purchasing of construction materials and supplies;
• Ensure quality workmanship through daily inspections and work rounds;
• Be aware of the disbursement of tools and supplies from Workshop and ensure adequate training on the use of tools;
• Adhere to Revitalization Project accounting, billing and documentation processes;
• Work closely with the Hospital Medical Director to facilitate and manage construction schedules pertaining to the Surgery Center and Male Ward new build;
• Ensure process for maintaining open and clear communication with all parties – Revitalization Project Leadership, Medical Director, hospital management, community stakeholders; informing them of status of project regularly;
• Support the missionary and/or national Maintenance Manager in the ongoing development of the maintenance protocols and procedures;

Qualifications/Experience

• Committed Christian with a heart to serve
• Experience in construction to include building foundations, pouring floors and building with cement block from the ground up, electrical, roofing, plumbing, tile installation and roofing
• Experience in managing a large project including human resource management; project oversight, budgeting and project implementation
• Strong leadership, organizational, and effective communication skills
• Passion to provide leadership to Nigerian staff with hands-on skills
• Experience working in cross-cultural setting a benefit
• Adherence to hospital and mission’s policies and statement of faith