To be an in-house procurement expert for the construction and real estate development business, with oversight and direct execution for all procurement matters, and management of materials and items that are procured and needed for the construction of our master-planned real estate developments.

Responsibilities:

• Work with project consultants to ensure conformity of procured materials and services with project specifications
• Identify, prequalify and engage reliable suppliers and vendors, while maintaining a database of various vendors and suppliers.
• Request for completion of procurement related forms, and obtain and analyze price quotes.
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors on so as to secure advantageous terms on cost, payment terms and delivery periods.
• Review and perform risk assessment on new agreements/contracts with suppliers/vendors to ensure feasibility.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Prepare purchase orders, plan and confirm delivery of materials and services.
• Forecast to the finance team vendor and supplier payments that are due or expected for proper planning.
• Collate the required audit trail and documentation to satisfy the finance department that a payment is due
• Prepare procurement reports.
• Maintain records and inventory of materials in various company stores.
• Track and coordinate the storage and dispatch of materials.
• Maintain suitable inventory levels for various materials.
• Any other duty as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management or any other related courses
• Background procurement in real estate and construction industries an added advantage,
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, especially excel and spreadsheets,
• An understanding or interest in property market and trends, with regards to prices of inputs for construction and real estate development,
• Honesty and integrity when carrying out all tasks,
• Strong communication skills (both written and oral),
• Good analytical and quantitative reasoning,
• Strong organizational and time management skills -ability to adhere to deadlines, multi-task and be able to prioritize

The Project Management Intern will be responsible for defining and determining real estate project scope, Objectives, budget and resource requirements. He or she will also track project costs and manage project resources.

Responsibilities:

• Determine and define real estate project scope and objectives
• Prepare budget and determine resource requirements as per scope of work
• Track project costs and manage resources in effective manner
• Develop and manage detailed project schedule and work plan
• Provide project updates and submit project progress reports to various stakeholders
• Monitor project progress against time and make adjustments as needed
• Ensure highest quality standard are met and appropriate methodology is applied during construction
• Determine, monitor and suggest how mitigate various project risks
• Assist the Project Management team in coordination of the various consultancy interphases to ensure smooth delivery of project designs
• Assist in preparation of procurement schedules, complete with specifications and recommended suppliers
• Working closely with the rest real estate team in site supervision and site inspection
• Occasionally assist with preparation of client deliverables and presentations
• Performing other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Undergraduate with a minimum qualification of a B- (minus) in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
• Bachelor Degree in Construction Management or related course from a reputable University or College
• Detail-oriented and highly organized and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team
• An understanding or interest in property markets & trends
• Availability on a fulltime basis with high levels of energy, enthusiasm and ability to work long hours and under pressure