Contracts Manager

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Employer : SDK Engineering Limited

Advert date : 2^nd January, 2025

Position 1: Contracts Manager

Location : Lilongwe

Job type : Permanent

Job Summary

Contracts Manager oversees the planning and delivery of construction projects. He/she will ensure that work is being executed in accordance with schedule and ensure that it is completed on time and within budget; organize logistics, delegate work and keep track of spending. As a Contracts Manager, he/she will liaise with clients and construction professionals to arrange schedules and direct project activities.

Responsibilities

• Planning and supervising construction projects.

• Collaborate with site agent/manager, quantity surveyor, foremen electrical and landscape subcontractors etc. to determine the project resources requirements

• Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements

• Determine needed resources i.e., manpower, equipment and materials from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations

• Plan construction operations & schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines are met

• Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies

• Hire sub-contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities

• Supervise the work of laborers, machine operators, etc. and give them guidance when needed

• Developing procurement plans and timely management of purchasing of materials

• Ensure that work is being done according to contract specifications

• Prepare project progress reports, works programme and materials schedule

• Ensure timely submission of all contractual documentation such as lab test results, revised works programme to the client

• Attend site and management meetings

• Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports

Qualification, Experience and Competencies

• Holder of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture or Quantity Surveying from a recognized institution

• Must a registered member of a relevant professional body

• Minimum of 5 years working experience in construction industry

• Experience is supervising building projects is essential

• In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles

• Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Proficient with MS Office, MS Project and Drafting software

• Exceptional communication skills with the team and clients

• Sound knowledge and understanding of Design compliance standards

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specification

• Able to perform and be proficient with geometrical and mathematical calculations

• Ability to take decisions and demonstrate accountability and integrity.

• Ability to negotiate, influence and persuade stakeholders in projects to achieve positive

All interested Candidates should send their cover letter, CV, Certificates and three traceable referees by emailing to [email protected] copy [email protected]w . Applicant must clearly indicate the position he/she is applying in the email subject line.

E-mails should be sent not later than 24^th January, 2025. Only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.