Medecins Sans Frontieres Construction Manager Job

Construction Manager Job, Current Engineering Jobs In Kenya,

Main Purpose

Planning, coordinating, and monitoring all logistics activities in the project related to construction and rehabilitation according to MSF protocols and standards to ensure that construction works meet the needs of MSF programs

Accountabilities

• In collaboration with the Construction Team Leader and the Logistics / Technical Logistics Coordinator, planning, establishing, and reviewing all the construction and/or rehabilitation activities in the mission/project, including its budget, to identify and respond to the needs of the mission and the targeted population.
• Monitoring and ensuring the implementation of the construction and/or rehabilitation activities in the project ensuring compliance with MSF standards, protocols, and procedures, and reporting to the construction team leader on the development of the ongoing programs. This includes the following: 
  • Planning construction/rehabilitation projects to be performed in the mission, participating in the project design and development, and ensuring that technical aspects are met and are in compliance with the local construction habits
  • Coordinating purchase orders related to the work activity and checking the materials in stock and warehouse inventory control
  • Participating in the preparation of budgets associated with construction/rehabilitation projects, preparing invoices for payment of the works, and anticipating the cash flow required for monthly payments
  • Providing safety equipment for people who work in construction to ensure that all workers comply with safety standards
• Ensuring technical support for his area of activity and providing coaching to logistics staff under his/her responsibility.
• Organizing and supervising calls for tenders to ensure the best technical and financial conditions in collaboration with the Construction Team Leader.
• Supervising and leading the logistics team under his or her responsibility including the definition of each person’s task ( daily supervision and checking the quality of their work) drawing up a working schedule, and organizing and leading team meetings.
• Following up and reporting on the works’ progress and technical aspects of the work and participating in monthly reports according to guidelines (SitRep, Logistics Statistical Report, etc.)
• Performing delegated tasks according to his her specialty and as specified in his/her job description

Requirements

Education

• Essential degree or technical college Diploma in engineering or building construction.

Experience 

• Essential 5 years of previous experience In construction. •
• A proven understanding of MSF Field Logistics is an asset.

Languages

• Swahili and English are mandatory for this profile. Working knowledge of the Somali language is desirable

Knowledge

• Essential computer literacy (Microsoft Office, excel MS Office and Internet)
• Auto Cad (mandatory) Preferable skills
• Ability to read and understand construction plans, and develop construction specifications.
• Knowledge of construction structural analysis.
• Knowledge of electrical, water, and sanitation works.
• Deep knowledge of the local construction material market.
• Deep knowledge of the Kenyan construction bylaws.
• Ability to accurately asses, analyze and describe the status of a construction project and be ready to provide possible solutions whenever necessary.
• A positive attitude and willingness to encourage co-workers.
• Ability to coordinate different subcontractors and suppliers.

Competencies

• Strategic vision, Leadership, People Management, Planning, and Teamwork.

How To Apply

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Application Deadline: 23rd November 2023