Responsibilities

• Manage, design, develop, create and maintain small-scale through to large-scale construction projects in a safe, timely and sustainable manner
• Conduct on site investigations and analyze data (maps, reports, tests, drawings and other)
• Carry out technical and feasibility studies and draw up blueprints that satisfy technical specifications
• Assess potential risks, materials and costs
• Provide advice and resolve creatively any emerging problems/deficiencies
• Oversee and mentor staff and liaise with a variety of stakeholders
• Handle over the resulting structures and services for use
• Monitor progress and compile reports in project status
• Manage budget and purchase equipment/materials
• Comply with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc and deliver technical files and other technical documentation as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Tech savy and verse with the use of engineering software packages
• Good supervisory of Site Machine Operators
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process
• Competent in conflict and crisis management
• Leadership and human resources management skills
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Experience in Road construction
• Experience in the Oil & Gas sector is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to explain complex information clearly and simply
• Good bidding and negotiation skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail in measuring and estimating quantities and costs
• Ability to build, foster, and maintain positive professional relationships.
• Knowledge of relationship management best practices.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities to resolve disputes or claims
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills to monitor and control budget, cash flow, and changes in scope, identify risks or opportunities, and mitigate them
• Excellent Data Management/Record Keeping Skill
• Willingness to develop an in-depth understanding of the business and related services.
• Proven working experience in civil engineering
• Excellent knowledge of design and visualization software such as AutoCAD,Civil 3D or similar
• Proficiency in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion control, regulatory approvals etc
• Project management and supervision skills
• Good experience on preparing reports and letters (daily and weekly reports).