Senior Projects Engineer Manager (SOG/ST 9)

ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

Under the general supervision of the Regional Director, the incumbent will, among other duties: 

• Direct the planning, designing and execution of projects in accordance with Government guidelines; 
• Undertake the physical and finance monitoring of capital projects by way of site visits, examining project documents and meetings with project monitoring and development staff; 
• Undertake the technical, economic and financial analysis of project profiles and advising the Regional Director on the nature, purpose and feasibility of capital projects; 
• Directs work sequencing to expedite project delivery and to minimise disruption
• Ensures that project operations are in compliance with design specifications and with Government policies and regulations; 
• Identify problems/delays in project planning and implementation and identifying solution; 
• Provides advice and guidance to the Region and other agencies through the different stages of the project cycle and the procedures and documentation required at each stage; 
• Prepares project monitoring reports on a quarterly basis for submission to the relevant stakeholders; 
• Participates in mid-term and post-completion evaluation projects.
• Co-ordinates and providing leadership to the search for project ideas with development potential; 
• Liaise with the Ministry of Health, Urban Development Corporation and other Project Managers (within the MDA framework) when necessary to ensure successful development implementation and completion of the projects;
• Prepare project documents and proposal to be submitted to funding agencies;
• Liaise with advocacy department to negotiate and seek funding for projects on behalf of South East Regional Health Authority; 
• Approved certified certificate for payment; 
• Any other related duties as assigned. 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Specific Knowledge (however acquired): 

• Expertise in the application of project management techniques and tools
• Knowledge of engineering project development and management methodologies
• In-depth knowledge of Government’s tendering requirements and procedures
• Working knowledge of Quantitative Analysis and Statistical Techniques
• Knowledge of techniques used in Cost/Benefit Analysis 
• Sound knowledge of Management Principles and Practices 

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques: 

• First Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent – (Membership of the Professional Engineering Institutions would be an asset.) 
• Certificate in Project Management 
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in the management of development project.
• Experience in public sector project management would be an asset 

Required Skills Specialized Knowledge: 

• Experience in project planning, design, construction and management of engineering projects would be an asset. 
• Excellent skills in management of financial and material resources.
• Ability to use project management software applications in the management of development projects. 
• Excellent analytic, forecasting, problem solving and judgemental skills
• Excellent report writing, time management and communication skills 

Special conditions associated with the Job: 

• Numerous critical deadlines 
• Required to display a high level of integrity and professionalism

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

REPORTS TO:

• Regional Director 

NATURE OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED: 

• Supervision based on specific objectives and established procedures and practices

SUPERVISION GIVEN TO: 

• Directly:
  • Project Engineer/Manager 
  • Project Development Engineer/Manager 
  • Procurement Manager 
  • Administrative Assistant 

AUTHORITY TO:

• Delegate duties and prioritise tasks in respect of staff supervised 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

The job is satisfactorily performed when:

• The targets of the project are met within the stipulated time period and within budget.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those shortlisted will be contacted.