Summary
Date Posted: Friday, April 21 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job summary
Responsible for managing Medical Teams construction projects throughout the project cycle. Provides technical supervision and liaises with the Programs Department, Support Functions, Consulting Engineer(s), clerks and other stakeholders in Kampala and on ground to ensure effective utilization of resources and timely project completion.

Job responsibilities
• To support Medical Teams International Uganda in improving Health Facilities, Staff Accommodations, field offices and Kampala office structures.
• To continue to keep the needs assessment of construction, renovation and repairs up to date.
• To undertake field visits as required, to gather information to draft designs/drawings and generate bills of quantities to support proposals and other fundraising activities and to support in the drafting of tender or RFQ documents for constructions, renovations, and repairs.
• To, once a construction, renovation or repair agreement is in place, ensure project plans, schedules, work hours and work implementations are in line with the agreement and that the agreed sums are not overspent.
• To ensure quality in all construction, renovation, and repair by monitoring the appropriate use of all building materials and tools for construction.
• To present risks and ways to mitigate these risks including raising implementation issues in a timely manner plus providing possible solutions to line manager, including the Programs department, Procurement department and respective Program Managers.
• To liaise directly with the Programs Department and the respective Program Managers about the ongoing construction projects.
• To update the Procurement department with progress reports as per schedule or as requested.
• To advise on alternations during the implementation and to ensure budget holders are included in case the projected amounts increase.
• To keep proper files and ensure all construction related documentation is kept properly.
• To act as focal point for Medical Teams Uganda in all construction related matters, including liaison with engineers, government, donors, and partners.
• To ensure that construction decisions are made with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and Medical Teams Code of Conduct
• Train staff in policies, procedures and systems related to construction, renovation and repair activities.
• To support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Education, licenses, & certifications
• Bachelors Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction management, Quantity Surveying or related field is required
• Postgraduate qualification in Business Management (e.g. Project Management, Business Administration, CIPS, NAVY) is an added advantage

Experience
• 4 years of experience in managing construction projects is required

Knowledge, skills & abilities
Knowledge
• In-depth knowledge of construction project management cycle
• In-depth knowledge of technical and legal requirements for construction activities
• In-depth knowledge of construction best practices and materials

Skills
• Skilled in managing the project cycle and liaising with multiple stakeholders
• Skilled in identifying potential risks and implementing actions to mitigate risk
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to make sound decisions
• Highly skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and CAD software
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a good command of English

Abilities
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
• Ability to support Medical Teams Calling and adhere to the Medical Teams Code of Conduct

Physical Conditions
This position requires work at health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.

Note: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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