Job Description
Position 1: Contracts Manager
Location : Lilongwe
Job type : Permanent
Job Summary
Contracts Manager oversees the planning and delivery of construction projects. He/she will ensure that work is being executed in accordance with schedule and ensure that it is completed on time and within budget; organize logistics, delegate work and keep track of spending. As a Contracts Manager, he/she will liaise with clients and construction professionals to arrange schedules and direct project activities.
Responsibilities
- Planning and supervising construction projects.
- Collaborate with site agent/manager, quantity surveyor, foremen electrical and landscape subcontractors etc. to determine the project resources requirements
- Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements
- Determine needed resources i.e., manpower, equipment and materials from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations
- Plan construction operations & schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines are met
- Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies
- Hire sub-contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities
- Supervise the work of laborers, machine operators, etc. and give them guidance when needed
- Developing procurement plans and timely management of purchasing of materials
- Ensure that work is being done according to contract specifications
- Prepare project progress reports, works programme and materials schedule
- Ensure timely submission of all contractual documentation such as lab test results, revised works programme to the client
- Attend site and management meetings
- Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports
Qualification, Experience and Competencies
- Holder of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture or Quantity Surveying from a recognized institution
- Must a registered member of a relevant professional body
- Minimum of 5 years working experience in construction industry
- Experience is supervising building projects is essential
- In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles
- Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Proficient with MS Office, MS Project and Drafting software
- Exceptional communication skills with the team and clients
- Sound knowledge and understanding of Design compliance standards
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specification
- Able to perform and be proficient with geometrical and mathematical calculations
- Ability to take decisions and demonstrate accountability and integrity.
- Ability to negotiate, influence and persuade stakeholders in projects to achieve positive
All interested Candidates should send their cover letter, CV, Certificates and three traceable referees by emailing to recruitment.apply10@gmail.com copy hkautsi@sdkengineering.mw . Applicant must clearly indicate the position he/she is applying in the email subject line.
E-mails should be sent not later than 24th January, 2025. Only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.