Operations Manager at Talents and Skills Africa

Our client is a diversified group with interest in manufacturing, construction, technology transfer consultancy, ICT, Construction chemicals and intermediate industrial chemical that help gives strength and increase the life span of a modern building.

Candidate must have good knowledge of the construction industry, project management, good communication skills, business development and strategic thinking. 2-5years experience relevant experience.

Job Requirements

• Project management experience with large projects, project management certification is an advantage
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process
• Familiarity with construction management software packages
• Experience with techno commercial issues to include tendering, contract negotiation and vendor management.
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”
• Competent in conflict and crisis management
• Excellent time and project management skills
• BSc degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Survey
• Qualification: BSc degree in Civil Engineering, other qualifications may be considered based on attributes and experience.

Job Responsibilities

• To manage the whole project life cycle from negotiation phase to delivery phase including health, safety, quality and environmental standards
•  To manage the project team on what is feasible and achievable during before and after project execution
• To analyze and create project risk mitigation plans before and during projects
• To manage the individual project life cycle within the defined project governance
• Conduct in-depth reviews and analysis of all project or contract documents so as to be familiar with every detail and/or requirements
• Work with safety units in a bid to plan and manage safety programs for each project and make sure that all aspects of safety are reached
• Help project managers and engineers in the arrangement and analysis of projects and scheduling of reports on projects
• Oversee projects as they are being carried out to make sure that the work is done according to outlined specifications, and that they also conform with project timetable
• Convey project needs from the project manager to the management of the firm. For example, in a case whereby extra funds are needed for the completion of a project, the project manager communicates the situation to the management of the company usually through the construction operations manager
• Assist in the maintenance, development, and enhancement of the company’s relationship with contractors in a bid to produce strategic partnership
• Train and mentor employees in areas of project management and estimating