Project Manager, Construction

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Project Manager, Construction – Six months within the Research Council of Zimbabwe (RCZ).

Reports to: Executive Director

Key Resokt Areas Duties

• The Project Manager must be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures
• Ensure the projects is delivered on time according to requirements and within the budget
• Collaborate with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specific needs of the project
• Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements
• Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities
• Ensure resource availability and allocation
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
• Acquire equipment and material and also monitor stocks
• Recommend hiring of contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities
•  Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costing using appropriate verification techniques.
• Supervise the Construction workforce
• Client and Stakeholder relationship management
• Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards
• Project risk management
• Project budgeting, reporting and monitoring

Quatifications aad Expericace/ Attributes

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Rural and Urban Planning or related.
• At least 3 years of experience in project management within the construction industry preferably within the Government and a track record of good performance
• Membership to a recognized professional body e.g. Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers
• Diploma in Project Management
• Project Management Professional (PMP) PRINCE 11 certification is a plus
• Comfortable reading and understanding blueprints and drawings
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer software
• Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs
• High degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions
• Construction technical and engineering expertise
• Strong leadership and management skills

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae and Qualifications should be addressed to:

The Acting Executive Director
11 Stafford Road
Mt. Pleasant
P.O. Box CY294, Causeway

Or E-mail: [email protected] indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.

Applications should be submitted not tater than 15 May 2022