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JOB DESCRIPTION
CONTRACTUAL POSITION
JOB TITLE: SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
JOB SUMMARY:
The Land Settlement Agency (LSA) is responsible for the project management of several programmes under its purview. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for planning, monitoring and implementing infrastructural development and upgrade works within the LSA from design to construction. This includes ensuring all project deliverables are achieved within the stipulated timelines, budget, project plans, and schedules. The incumbent is required to implement project plans, manage and lead project teams, monitor and manage the project scope and develop and implement measures to mitigate project risk issues.
REPORTS TO: Manager, Infrastructure Development Unit
SUPERVISION GIVEN TO: Project Managers, Design Engineer and other support staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages the day-to-day activities of the Project Team.
Develops and implements project plan/proposals.
Monitors and manages project expenditure to ensure project is completed within budget.
Manages project schedule to ensure timely completion of the project and milestones, and establishes work plan.
Manages changes to project scope, including costs, schedule, scope and quality; ensures all changes are documented and approved.
Monitors and manages project quality to ensure the deliverables comply with agreed standards.
Reviews design drawings and calculations for compliance with Tender Documents, Specifications and Standards.
Contributes to the preparation, planning and negotiation of Contracts for technical and engineering services.
Monitors Contractors performance on civil infrastructural works.
Manages the Contractor payment process.
Addresses efficiently all aspects of claims and variations to original Contracts.
Prepares draft Cabinet notes, reports, presentations and other reporting documents relative to the management of assigned projects.
Manages the project stakeholder’s process.
Conducts any other related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE:
Considerable knowledge of Project Management
Considerable knowledge of Construction Techniques
Considerable Knowledge of Agricultural land development
Knowledge of Construction Project Management
Knowledge of Construction Law
Knowledge of Materials Technology
Knowledge of Construction Contracts
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
Skill in the use of Project Management Software.
Ability to lead the project implementation process and devise creative solutions to address problems encountered and resolve conflicts.
Ability to lead and manage small to medium sized projects, including project team within and external to the land settlement agency.
Ability to manage and supervise staff
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Degree from an accredited institution in Civil Engineering / Architecture / Mechanical Engineer or related field
Post Graduate Training in Project Management
A minimum of ten (10) years graduate experience in the implementation of civil, and infrastructure works
Additional requirements
Engineering experience in irregular existing developments will be a desirable asset.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to submit as a single document:
A Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Name & telephone contact of two (2) references
A Certificate of Good Character
Copies of all relevant academic certificates
A Passport-sized photographSUBMISSION ADDRESS
Applications are to be addressed to:Human Resource Specialist
Land Settlement Agency
Orange Grove Road South
Orange Grove Estate
TACARIGUA
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Website: To view the Job Description, please visit: www.lsatt.com
Email Submission: Applications can be submitted via email to [email protected]
Physical Submission: By post or hand-delivered to the above address on weekdays from 8 am to 4 pm.
Important Note: The position being applied for must be clearly stated in the subject line of the email or on the envelope.
Review Policy: All applications will be treated with strict confidence. Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged.
