Project Manager (Civil Engineer and Quality Surveyor)

Duty station: Uganda – Tenure up to 3 yearsReporting to: Head of Corporate Affairs

Overall purpose

The position exists to efficiently manage all EADB’s properties; oversee their maintenance; recommend optimal usage and where applicable generate targeted revenue. The Project Manager is accountable for the entire Bank’s property (owned, leased or rented) in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania & Rwanda. The role will also include development of real estate projects for the Bank and its clients and shall participate in the appraisal review of property development projects the Bank intends to finance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop for management’s approval a property development and maintenance manual and guidelines;
• Provide advice and counsel to Investment Officers on property development projects. When appropriate, assist in developing tailor-made solutions to meet clients’ demand;
• Provide advisory services to management on issues of land tenure in East Africa, property taxation, land value, property development strategies, rental charges, tenancy regulations etc;
• Participate in the acquisition and disposal of properties and/ or assets according to the Bank’s guidelines; appraise the housing markets in major cities in the region, advise management on property pricing and recommend potential properties for acquisition to expand the Bank’s estates investment;
• Prepare and present for management approval estates’ revenue generation plans and revenue growth strategies;
• Prepare property management budgets and major maintenance works plans for all EADB estates. Pre-qualify suppliers, service providers and contractors and negotiate favourable terms for the Bank;
• Oversee renovations and rehabilitation of Bank properties as approved in the capital budget, set performance standards and prepare terms of reference for contractors and service providers; prepare and /or approve bills of quantities and specifications to facilitate the renovation of EADB premises; supervise renovation, construction and/or maintenance works; and confirm that the works meet the Bank’s standards and are completed before payments are made;
• In conjunction with the risk management department, assess/ evaluate the safety and security risks of all the Banks properties and propose mitigating strategies;
• In conjunction with the security office, prepare safety and security guidelines; oversee the installation of safety gadgets and security systems; and communicate security and safety information to tenants and other property users;
• Create and maintain an updated record of all EADB’s properties, establish their value and report on the same regularly.
• Prepare and present to management monthly revenue and expenditure reports in area of responsibility showing performance against targets. Identify, propose and implement cost control and management strategies;
• As the first port of call for EADB’s estates, provide information as required to potential, existing and exiting tenants; and
• Carry out any other duties assigned by Management.

Qualifications and Experience

• A First degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or other relevant technical degree;
• Professional qualification in property management, construction, project management or equivalent;
• At least 7 years’ experience in construction and/or property management within a busy commercial environment;
• Experience in the preparation of Contract Conditions and Specifications;
• Experience in maintenance works, management of contractors and preparation and review of bills of quantities;
• Basic accounting training and experience;
• Must have strategic and business orientation;
• Must have knowledge of land and property management legislation;
• Must have high level of integrity, initiative, good judgment; and
• Must have supervisory skills and excellent communication skills.

How To Apply:

If you are a national of one of the EADB member states and your career aspirations match these challenging and exciting roles, please submit your application by email, quoting the position on the subject of the email or cover letter.  The cover letter should specify your suitability for the position that you are applying for and the CV should highlight relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a day time phone contact, email address, and the names and telephone contacts of three professional referees.  Applications must be received by close of business Wednesday 21 May 2014 and should be addressed to:.

Adept Systems

MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS

P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100

Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Web: www.adeptsys.biz

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 Previous applicants need not re-apply.  Note that our client reserves the right not to offer or make any appointments, or offer appointments to alternative positions where deemed appropriate.