15 January 2015

Project Engineer,Career Opportunity in Uganda, Jobs in Uganda,

Position Title: Senior Project EngineerOrganization: National Housing and Construction Company Limited (NHCC)Reports to: Head of Section (Technical Operations)Directly Supervises: Project AssistantsDepartment: OPERATIONS AND COMMERCIALSection:    Technical OperationsEmployment Type:Full Time PermanentApplication Deadline:16th January, 2015 by 4.00p.m (Local time)
Our Client, National Housing and Construction Company Limited (NHCC) was founded in 1964 and is a Ugandan construction and real estate management company, partly owned by the Uganda Government. The Company’s mandate is to increase the housing stock in the country, rehabilitate the housing industry and encourage Ugandans to own homes in an organized environment.Plan and effectively manage the construction works of on-going Company projects, with a view to ensuring that they are carried out according to specifications and best practices, as well as established policies and procedures.DutiesSpecific Duties and Responsibilities:1) Interpret building plans and supervise the construction of the housing projects, as per specifications and schedules.2)  Prepare work plans, materials schedules, activity schedules and other relevant documentation in a timely manner, for proper planning and execution of projects.3)  Supervise and evaluate works of pieceworkers/sub – contractors. (this assumes in-house projects)4)  Prepare monthly project progress reports, weekly project briefs and cost capture reports.5)  Measure and evaluate works done and prepare payment certificates.6)  Evaluate the quality of materials supplied to project sites and manage their usage.7)  Ensure a clean, safe and reliable work environment at project sites – with the target of zero incidences and accidents.8)  Plan for and manage the use of plant and equipment on sites to ensure that they are available all the times.9)  Provide the Company’s Management, whenever necessary, with relevant specialist,  expert and technical advice (on the basis of appropriate and comprehensive analysis and evaluation), with regard to the Company’s investment opportunities and projects – especially those involving Partnerships, External Contractors and other Service Providers – as well provide the necessary supervision, quality  assurance,  facilitation  and  coordination of  the  implementation of  the corresponding projects – with a view to ensuring their profitable success.10) Manage and develop staff under his/her supervision, through, inter alia, professional training, coaching, delegation, appraisal and feedback.11) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time, be directed by the relevant authorityRelevant Qualifications and Experience:1)  A Degree in Civil Engineering, or a closely related and relevant discipline, from a recognized University.2)  Full and valid membership (Registered Engineer) of a nationally, or internationally recognized professional Engineers’ Institute, or body, such as MUIPE, is a must.3)  Specialized training, with appropriate qualifications in Project Planning and Management, from a recognized institution, are a must.4)  Additional qualifications in Business Management, from a recognized institution, are desirable.5)  Proven knowledge and skills in application of Engineering-related Software and MS Office Packages (especially AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), are essential.6)  Working experience of 5 years as a Civil Engineer, Construction Engineer, or in a similar position, in a large and reputable Construction, or Civil Works Company, or reputable Consultancy firm, or on any other large civil works project.7)  Proven working experience in housing, or civil works project implementation, with evidence of successful projects, is essential.8)  Experience in working with public, or private sector organizations involved in housing-related projects, or programs, shall be an added advantage.·             Proven negotiation and communication skills.·             Results-oriented, business-focussed and pays attention to details.·             Coordination and networking skills.·             Cost consciousness and proven ability to pursue value for money.·             Good project supervision skills.·             Analytical, accuracy and judgemental skills.·             Strong IT and computer proficiency skills.·             Proven good presentation and reporting abilities.·             Interpersonal and human relations skills, as well as a team-player.·             Maturity, high ethics and integrity.·             A confident, independent, articulate and reliable personality.·             Ability to work under tight deadlines, for long hours and to deliver high quality outputs with minimal supervisionAll interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications clearly marked “Application for the position of Senior Building Services Engineer and accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of testimonials & three professional referees should be addressed to;The Chief Human Resource Officer,Plot 5, 7th Street, Industrial Area,

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