Project Manager at St Andrew’s School

St Andrew’s School, Turi is highly respected in Kenya and regarded as one of the leading international schools in East Africa. Numbering 550 pupils, it comprises two semi-autonomous schools: a Preparatory School of circa 220 pupils between the ages of 3 and 13 and a Senior School of circa 330 pupils between the ages of 13 and 18. It is fully coeduca...

 

Project Manager

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience7 years
  • LocationNakuru
  • Job FieldBuilding and Construction  , Project Management 

The Role

St Andrew's School Turi is seeking to appoint a Project Manager who will be responsible of overseeing the planning, development and delivery of the schools construction projects.  He/She will ensure project are delivered within the required scope, time and budget. He/ She will be responsible for collaborating and providing oversight on all internal and external project stakeholders to ensure visibility and accountability on deliverables, efficient communication and a coordinated approach in the delivery of school projects.

Reporting to the Operations & Projects Director, the specific responsibilities of the Project Manager includes: -

  • Drive project delivery by developing an implementation plan with a defined critical path. Ensure adherence to the delivery plan by tracking against progress, identifying and resolving blockers in delivery and reorganizing the plan when necessary.
  • Co – ordinate project consultants/ the school to ensure delivery on their specific mandates within the expected project
  • Develop a standardized design deliverables report
  • Review and manage internal project supply chain, identifying gaps and resolving blockers before they affect project delivery. Report supply chain
  • Establish a project and governance structure to support project and to implement project delivery strategies developed during pre-construction.
  • Implement relevant reporting procedures for effective project monitoring as well as managing and overseeing all contractors working on internal projects. 
  • Establish a program schedule for proper contract scope and issue meeting schedules and communication protocols to ensure efficiency.
  • Monitor program related risks and implement necessary project scope including reporting on any variances in initial costs plans or supply
  • Manage and oversee the procurement process related to internal projects as well as managing stakeholders' input and expectations to prevent delays.
  • Plan project commissioning meetings which include handover checklists, training manuals and user/ client sign offs to ensure seamless transitions and completion.

Required Qualifications Skills and Qualities

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a building construction or related field
  • A minimum of seven years’ experience working as a Project Manager in the construction field
  • Proven experience in the development of business cases, proposals, development strategies to drive decision making/ financing decisions for construction
  • An understanding of current construction industry practices and methodologies, including statutory requirements, negotiation, contracting and arbitration.
  • Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability and confidence to lead presentations and facilitate group discussions
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex construction
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
  • Demonstrated flexibility and collaboration skills--as a participant, listener, idea-generator, leader, or disputes
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity
  • Experience with project management software
  • Flexible to changes in work priorities and deliveries

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to St Andrew’s School on standrewsturi.bamboohr.com to apply

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