Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 14, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Bangweulu Wetlands
Background Information
BEMCONSULT has been given a mandate by African Parks to assist in the identification and recruitment of a qualified and competent professional.
African Parks is a non-profit organisation that takes total responsibility for the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks in partnership with governments and local communities.

Job Title: Construction Manager
Position Location: Chiundaponde (Zambia)
Job Purpose:
The primary purpose of the role will be to oversee all logistics of construction in the Bangweulu Wetlands project sites. The Construction Manager will be expected to practically manage and plan every stage of the construction project. He/she shall ensure that building projects are completed safely, within budget and on time.

Main Responsibilities:
• Create work schedules and allocate responsibilities for the construction team.
• Conduct site visits and report to senior managers on project progress
• Inspect construction works, check material and ensure staff are following health and safety guidelines
• Manage outsourced contractors (if any)
• Oversee the installation of power and water system
• Manage the design, construction and maintenance of new and existing infrastructure such as roads. Bridges, fords, culverts, air strips and buildings.
• Oversee the logistical requirements of a project.
• Recruit and manage skilled and unskilled labour
• Design and draft plans for required construction works
• Compile quality lists for Materials and develop a storage system for procured building materials and equipment
• Meet regularly with clients, third parties and other managers to report on progress
• Set targets, objectives and responsibilities for all supervised staff
• Regularly review timings, budget, labour, risk and project plans to ensure work stays on track
• Ensure delivery of high-quality works within contract timescales
• Compile reports and annual workplans and budgets.

Attributes & Skills
• Knowledge of building and construction
• Leadership qualities
• Time management skills
• Unwavering Integrity
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to problem-solve and use your initiative
• Ability and willingness to regularly interact and engage across all levels of the business

Qualifications and Experience
• Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering or any relevant tertiary qualification
• 5 years of construction management experience (conservation related will be added advantage)
• Grade Twelve (12) Certificate
• Knowledge of construction contract law
• Good computer competencies

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

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Job application procedure
If you fully meet the hiring requirements for the above position, kindly email your application (CV and cover letter) clearly stating your salary expectations to jobs@bemconsult.com and copy-in khuzo@bemconsult.com
Note that all communication will be kept in the strictest confidence. If you do not receive communication within 21 days of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Do Not Send Certificates at This Stage
Closing Date: 25th June 2021

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