Project Manager / Construction Manager
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Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Summary
- Summit Human Resource & Marketing Group Ltd is seeking a competent, experienced and results-oriented Project Manager / Construction Manager to oversee construction and property development projects.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within approved budgets, and to the required quality, safety and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate and manage construction projects from inception to completion.
- Supervise contractors, consultants, site teams and construction activities.
- Develop project schedules, budgets, milestones and resource plans.
- Monitor project costs, contractor valuations, variations and expenditure.
- Ensure quality control and compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
- Enforce health, safety and environmental standards on construction sites.
- Coordinate procurement, delivery and utilisation of construction materials.
- Identify and mitigate project risks, delays and cost overruns.
- Maintain project documentation and prepare regular progress reports.
- Coordinate inspections, snagging, defect rectification and project handover.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelors degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Building Technology or a related field.
- At least 5–7 years of relevant experience in construction or project management.
- Proven experience managing residential, commercial or property development projects.
- Experience managing contractors, consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of Kenyan construction regulations, occupational health and safety requirements.
- Relevant professional registration where applicable.
- PMP, PRINCE2 or an equivalent project management certification is an added advantage.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Excellent planning, organisation and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in project scheduling, budgeting and cost control.
- Ability to interpret architectural, structural and engineering drawings.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High standards of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.