Summary
Date Posted: Friday, April 22, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Objective/Purpose
The Project Manager will be responsible for serving as the lead project manager on construction and renovation projects at multiple Avenue Group sites. S/he will oversee the implementation of strategic facility investments and will be involved in the development, implementation, and evaluation of capital projects. This individual will frequently liaise with external architecture and engineering consultants to ensure timely, high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities
• Function as the project manager on implementation of strategic facility investments as well as assigned construction and renovation projects, at designated Avenue locations:
• Examine engineering and architectural drawings and review design computations to ensure compliance with sound engineering practices and established international and local standards, codes, and regulations. Conduct internal project assessments to validate (or invalidate) recommendations from contracted engineers and architects.
• Complete bid analyses to ensure best value options for assigned projects.
• Conduct inspections on assigned projects to ensure quality work and effective project management.
• Liaise on a regular basis with contractors to ensure that projects are progressing within scope, schedule, and within budget. Direct contractors on the interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Maintain and provide adequate records of progress, redline drawings, quantities, change orders, delays, and other pertinent factors affecting projects.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and strategies designed to create and maintain safe, functional, secure, and orderly facilities to ensure efficient and economical operation.
• Assist in the coordination and development of master site plans and facility assessments for all Avenue locations
• Lead projects and assemble a team with the right expertise to ensure the best outcome
• Support the operations/user departments to ensure a smooth and efficient project management processes
• Review and follow up on the entire procurement process to ensure there are no delays (Internal and external)
• Manage cost, quality and timely delivery of projects
• Receive requests and specs from operations/user department
• Liaise with Architect for design and BQA; Review BQA and assess quality/cost, approve BQA
• In liaison with Procurement, contact service providers for quotes; participate in the assessment of quotes; maintain a reliable preferred supplier list; negotiate best prices, place the orders and manage contractors; ensure robust engagement agreements are in place to support all providers
• Receive quotes from providers and review for compliance with spec.
• Interact and maintain good relationships with suppliers and contractors
• Prepare comparative analysis considering cost vs quality and make recommendations
• Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor

Person Specification
• At least 7 years of building project experience in the areas of major and minor projects, remodeling, and renovation in Kenya
• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, and/or Engineering required.
• Need good project management skills and preferably Oracle experience.
• Should be able to travel where projects are outside of Nairobi
• Excellent communication skills
• Good negotiation skills and customer focus
• Diligent and a keen eye for detail needed

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for the role above, Send your CV with copies of relevant certificates to vacancies@avenuehealthcare.com by 30th April 2022.

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