Summary
Date Posted: Sunday, July 04, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
DanChurchAid (DCA) is looking for two competent professionals to fill the positions of Construction Supervisor on a short-term contract of six months, based in either Yumbe or Arua, West Nile Region, Uganda

Job Summary:
Construction Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the progress of DCA’s various construction works (seedbanks, market centers, aggregation centers, water harvesting structures etc.) that are undertaken by different contractors. She/he ensures construction works are carried out according to their design and as per nationally acceptable quality standards, as well as in a timely and cost-effective manner. He/ She is responsible for budgeting, organizing, implementation and scheduling of the projects.

Main tasks:
• Follow up and evaluate technical bidding documents and provide recommendations for the selection process of the construction firm/contractor.
• Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion.
• Review the contractors work schedules and updates; closely monitor the work progress to ensure compliance with the project duration and cost.
• Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
• Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations.
• Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors if applicable
• Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory.
• Ensure high standards of quality assurance in the execution of work and completion of work within stipulated period.
• Review the work progress on regular basis. Measure, record, and review payment requests for the executed works submitted by the contractor.
• Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status.
• Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses.
• Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks.
• Carry out comprehensive supervision of projects implementation activities carried out by the contractors to ensure complete compliance with the drawings, technical specifications and various stipulations contained in the contract documents.
• Maintain proper filling system for all site memos, instructions, as well as internal /external correspondences, measured quantities of work, materials on site, reports, and other documents pertaining to the construction activities.

Required Qualifications, skills and experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field.
• At least three years of relevant work experience
• Proven working experience in construction management.
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes means and method.
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process
• Familiarity with construction management software packages
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”
• Competent in conflict and crisis management
• Leadership and human resources management skills
• Excellent time and project management

DCA’s Uganda Programme
DCA has supported development and humanitarian programs in Uganda since 1979, working in partnership with local partners. DCA is a member of the ACT Alliance. Our key competencies in Uganda are Production and Marketing s and food security, humanitarian response and civil society. For more information please visit https://www.danchurchaid.org/where-we-work/uganda 

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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Job application procedure
Contract length is 6 months.
Start date: As soon as possible
Interested candidates should send their updated CV and cover letter via the application link provided.
Deadline for applying is 13th July 2021. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
DCA offers a salary package (salary, insurance, and pension) in accordance to experience and DCA Uganda HR Manual.
DCA is an equal opportunity employer and all interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of age, race, gender, marital status and religious, political or ethnic affiliation.
While we appreciate your interest to work with DCA, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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