Construction Manager

Full job description

The Construction Manager will oversee and manage all key elements related to the successful completion of assigned projects. This role requires an individual who can balance the needs of the client, ensure the project is executed on time, and coordinate between various teams to deliver quality outcomes. The Specialist will address challenges such as natural delays, shifts in project requirements, and documentation handling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Coordination: Lead the coordination efforts between internal teams, contractors, and the client to ensure smooth communication and progress. This includes scheduling, meetings, and resolving on-site issues.
• Timeline Management: Ensure project milestones are met on time, adjusting schedules for any delays due to natural calamities, logistical problems, or other unforeseen circumstances.
• Shift Planning: Oversee the assignment of manpower, ensuring that sufficient resources are allocated, including implementing evening and night shifts where necessary to meet tight deadlines.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare, review, and handle all formal correspondence, including emails, letters, and reports for progress updates. Ensure that any changes or client requests are clearly documented and communicated.
• Client Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, responding to concerns, addressing scope changes, and aligning project execution with client expectations.
• Site Management: Supervise on-site activities, including marking levels, structural adjustments, and ensuring compliance with approved drawings. Attend site visits and manage any discrepancies that may arise.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor the quality of work being done and ensure it adheres to both internal standards and client expectations, including overseeing corrections of any mismatches or errors (e.g., level discrepancies).
• Risk Management: Anticipate potential project risks (such as supply delays, weather interruptions) and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Budget Management: Work closely with the finance team to ensure that the project stays within budget, making adjustments when required.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management, preferably in construction or civil works.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with experience in handling complex projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in managing client relationships and project documentation.
• Ability to manage and resolve project-related challenges, such as design changes and level mismatches.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (MS Project, AutoCAD, etc.).
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments and manage multiple shifts effectively.

Job Type: Full-time