A local ‘Class A’ Building and Civil Engineering Construction
Firm wishes to recruit a;
Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Job Purpose
To manage all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects from initial calculations to the final figures.
Key requirements
- A
Bachelors degree in Building Economics (minimum requirement)or equivalent
from a recognized university with a broad based background in
construction.
- Proven
record of at least 4 years experience in a reputable busy firm.
- Certifications
in Arch card and Auto card.
- Must
be a registered BORAQS (K) member.
- Strong
familiarity with Quantity surveying management software, such as Win Qs
- A
mature individual with high level of discretion and unquestionable
integrity.
- Experience
at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative
environment is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation
of budget/preliminary cost estimate from preliminary drawings with view of
establishing cost limit.
- Cost
check during detailed design to ensure budget conforms to design.
- Taking
measurements on site and from detailed drawings and preparing bills of
quantities.
- Pricing
bills of quantities.
- Cost
control during implementation by costing change orders (variations) and
advising on financial implications.
- Preparation
of periodic/interim valuations of work done for issuance of certificate of
payment.
- Advising
on the cost implications of design alternatives if considered
- Participating
in tender action for the project.
- Preparation
of tender analysis and evaluation reports for the project.
- Preparation
of cash-flow projections (on the basis of the chosen tender and its
construction program) to advice on the firm pattern of financial
commitment throughout the project.
- Re-measure
all provisional works as they are executed.
- Qualified
candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a
1-page cover letter clearly stating their qualifications, experience,
expected remuneration and an updated CV with contact details of three
professional referees.
Job Title: Contracts
Manager
Job Purpose
To coordinate and ensure the successful implementation of all building and construction works and any other related activities being implemented by the Company.
Key requirements
- Masters
degree preferably in Project Management or M.A in Construction Management.
- Must
possess a degree in Civil Engineering or Building and Construction or
other relevant field from a recognized university.
- Minimum
10 years experience with regard to designing, planning, implementation,
supervising and reporting on integrated development works in building and
construction.
- Possess
wide experience in construction and contracts management with minimum 5
years experience as a manager in a senior leadership position.
- Ability
to handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at
times conflicting organizational demands.
- Must
be able to keep abreast of all new construction industry and practices
- Proven
public relations and negotiation skills.
- Knowledge
and application of auto/arch CAD will be an added advantage
Key Responsibilities
- To
supervise and provide technical inputs to all aspects of construction
works on sites
- Provide
leadership and capacity building for the technical team
- Maintain
and ensure good working relations with all stakeholders
- Ensure
proper civil engineering, contracting and construction guidelines are
followed by all stakeholders
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications
which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their
qualifications, experience, expected remuneration and an updated CV with
contact details of three professional referees.
Kindly indicate the position applied for as the subject heading.
Deadline for receiving applications is Wednesday 20th March, 2013.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.