Jobs at IRC. Construction Manager

Construction Manager Jobs at the IRC, Kenya

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Construction Manager Job Description

Working under the supervision and guidance of the Deputy Director Programs, the IRC Kenya is looking to recruit a Construction Manager with engineering background to oversee implementation of all construction works being under-taken by the country program.

This will include construction/rehabilitation of health facilities, latrines, staff housing and medical waste pits among others.

The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience of housing installation and maintenance, latrine and waste pit construction, trough and water storage structures, shallow well rehabilitation, and social survey techniques as well as general knowledge of construction. The position is based in Kakuma with frequent travels to other field sites.

The position will work closely with all Field Coordinators to ensure quality constructions and liaise closely with the technical coordinators. The position will be the focal point for all construction and rehabilitation works.

Key Responsibilities

General Responsibilities:

Ensure timely implementation of all aspects of construction components for the IRC Kenya programs

Create and follow activity and spending plans in transparent manner

Provide designs for construction/ rehabilitation of construction projects including realistic bills of quantities.

Obtain all statutory approvals for constructions

Train health facility staff on maintenance of latrines and waste pits including any other community based projects.

Ensure accurate and timely reporting of project activities

Ensure cross-program integration, learning, sharing and adoption of best practices from other IRC construction activities

Undertake and implement basic baseline data and monitoring activities with respect to program activities

Ensure effective integration and mainstreaming of gender in all programs

Produce accurate procurement documents for logistics and finance

Keep accurate records of project materials used for the project and their costs

Follow all IRC security protocols

Undertake any other activities as required to fulfil the requirements of IRC programs.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Administratively and technically supervise construction supervisor and clerk of works where applicable.
Hire and supervise contractors for all constructions and escalate any challenges in a timely version.

Grant Management and compliance:

Work with the field teams to ensure that program designs include quality construction estimates that are implementable;

Review all reports to ensure that data provided is reliable and accurate based on construction progress.

Coordination, Representation and Advocacy:

Liaise on a regular basis with relevant ministry representatives and other international and national actors in order to ensure effective coordination of all activities
Required qualifications for Construction Manager Jobs in Kenya


Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or construction.

At least five years of prior professional experience in health and or a water engineering related position

Experience hiring and overseeing contractors

Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance of generators and pumps and water storage structures

Operational knowledge of Auto CARD or any other engineering software plus Microsoft Office software

Excellent interpersonal and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

Previous work experience with an NGO

Previous experience working directly with communities and construction contractors.

Previous experience liaising with government ministries

Previous work experience in an emergency environment

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