J0b Overview

Assistant Project Manager needed at reputable company for employment, To be  Being proactive and working together to help generate better solutions to achieve our objectives. On-time delivery of our services to our clients, suppliers & each other. Creating goodwill & respect, which add value to our business & that of our clients. Understanding the needs & aspiration of our clients, keeping information flow open always for timely decision making and taking decisive action. We are committed to high ethical standards and adhere to all applicable legal and professional requirements.

Job Description

We have built a strong core team of technically sound professionals towards our vision of being the pre-eminent expert and ‘consultant of choice’ in the construction industry. We deliver innovative and cost-efficient solution for clients. Our team has a combined experience of over 60 years in projects, strategic sourcing and contracts management services across a broad spectrum of areas including infrastructure, telecoms, refurbishment and fit-out works and the built environment sectors. Our real estate development arm has built bespoke homes and several residential gated communities in Accra since 2000.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• You will ensure works are delivered on time, to budget and at a high-quality standard. You will also
  design and develop works schedules for all projects.
• High standard of Quality Workmanship and Safety on site:
•  Accurate scheduling, concrete mixtures & technical quality; ensure testing/sampling of materials is carried out as required
• Liaise with Municipality for inspections and notify the office if construction details differ substantially from approved Building Permit details
• Liaise with Quantity Surveyor & Project Director on issues of quality conformance
• Ensure structural & wet trade conformance to quality checks (maintain quality registers)
• Liaise with site surveyor/supervisor to ensure accurate setting out
• Ensure that testing/sampling of materials is carried out as required
• Set personal example in health, safety and environmental matters by ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures through method statements, risk assessments and briefings
• Direct control, motivation & discipline of subcontractors and other workmen on the site
• Strategic control of all company labour & their productivity
• Manage, supervise and mentor Engineers/Supervisors to ensure high levels of engineering control and generation of appropriate records.
• Review regularly the performance, development and training needs of subordinate staff.
• Maintain good working relationship with customers and others in the supply chain

1. Contract improvement actions:

• Assist with structural drawings and their reviews for the company
• Studying drawings & details – ensuring the accuracy of work carried out and querying unclear or missing information with the Project Director.
• Actively investigate emerging new techniques and technologies in design management and engineering and advice on suitable application within the area.
• Identify and act on any potential commercial or contractual liabilities.

2. Safeguard and promote Company’s interests when dealing with subcontractors and suppliers:

• Attend weekly and information meetings and ensure timeous requests for long lead information.
• Attend monthly subcontractor meetings to ensure effective interface.
• Develop a deep understanding of all subcontractor’s scope of work and control their activities on site in accordance with the program and correct sequence.
• Adopt and promote a cost-conscious attitude through efficient use of company resources.
• Communicate with commercial staff to ensure all records for measurement and payment purposes are prepared promptly, in appropriate form.
• Keep management informed of business area activity and progress achieved.

3. Ensure contract program deadlines are met and exceeded where possible:

• Review of the construction program and plan for labour, plant and material resources in consultation with Engineers.
• Prepare 4 weekly programs in conjunction with the Site Supervisor, coordinated with overall site program.
• Monitor 4 weekly programs, mark up progress for review at site meetings.
• Procure necessary materials, sub-contracts and plant in sufficient time.
• Communicate to ensure adequate work preparation and necessary resources available with Site Supervisors.
• Liaise with Site Supervisors to ensure timely availability and efficient utilization of resources (plant, labour and materials).

4. Materials and storage management:

• Efficient material control and handling; Formwork design, cycle planning, ordering & control of materials (un-used material off site).
• Waste management – responsible to keep area

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competences

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Architecture, Building Technology, Civil Engineering,
  Construction Management or Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience with any of the top construction companies.
• Demonstrated application of construction health and safety practices, project planning, contract planning, financial management, project management phases of construction and commercial knowledge.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Reading comprehension of technical documents including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing drawings and ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to conclusion.
• Demonstrated experience in construction inspection, report writing, and effective record keeping.
• Proven leadership skills managing a large and diverse workforce, and the ability to motivate staff to achieve high standards of compliance.
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills; able to manage projects simultaneously without compromising quality standards.
• Exemplary analytic problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, MS Project
• Ability to work unsupervised with strong attention to details and a commitment to accuracy Preferred.
• Full professional proficiency in English
• Valid driver’s license

NB

You must be self-motivated, can work independently but also able to collaborate internally with others
in the company to generate ideas and address subcontractor issues. Conflict resolution, creative
thinking and problem- solving skills are essential, as is flexibility and a willingness to adapt to a
change