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Project Leadership and Oversight:


  • Overall Project Management: Lead all aspects of the construction project lifecycle, from design and planning through to execution and completion.

  • Decision-Making: Make critical decisions and adjustments to the project as necessary, ensuring that deadlines and quality standards are met without compromising safety or client requirements.

  • Team Management: Hire and lead project management and construction teams, including the construction manager, engineers, and other essential personnel.

  • Workforce Coordination: Ensure that the project team is appropriately staffed, skilled, and resourced for the successful execution of tasks and deliverables.

Design and Planning Support:


  • Collaborative Planning: Work closely with the design team and architects to ensure that the project aligns with the client's vision and requirements.

  • Material Estimates & Resource Planning: Assist in creating accurate cost and material estimates, ensuring that project budgets are realistic and that appropriate resources (labour, equipment, and materials) are allocated efficiently.

  • Scheduling: Develop and maintain a comprehensive project schedule. Ensure that the project timeline is adhered to, adjusting timelines where necessary to meet deadlines and avoid delays.

Construction Phase Management:


  • Construction Management Oversight: Oversee the daily operations on the construction site, ensuring that the construction manager and team are executing the work according to plans, budget, and safety standards.

  • Quality Assurance: Monitor the construction work for quality, ensuring compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.

Benchmarking & Performance Monitoring:


  • Project Benchmarks: Define clear project milestones and performance metrics that help assess project progress. Implement tracking systems to monitor each phase of the project.

  • Progress Reporting: Regularly Report to senior management and stakeholders on the project’s status, including progress against milestones, challenges encountered, and any changes to timelines or budgets.

Stakeholder Communication and Relationship Management:


  • Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders, including the client, senior management, external contractors, and regulatory bodies.



Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).

  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing large-scale construction projects.

  • Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

  • Expertise in construction management software (e.g., MS Project, Pro core, Builder-trend, etc.).

  • Deep knowledge of construction processes, building codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.

  • Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate, guide, and manage large teams.

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and timelines.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting complex ideas and technical details to non-technical stakeholders.



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