Key Responsibilities

Turnkey Construction Management.

• Lead and manage all building construction work.
• Together with the Project Managers, provide onsite leadership for building the structures for our customers according to drawings and construction standards.
• Ensure quality workmanship.
• The Manager and Project Managers will be the primary points of contact with the customer during the construction.

Provide Work Plans.

• Provide weekly status reports on each project and certificates of completion at the end of each project.

Logistics.

• With the Project Managers, coordinate all logistics pertaining to construction including getting equipment, blocks or block-making, materials for jobsite, etc., including sites outside of Kenya.

Strategic Initiatives.

• Provide leadership for strategic purchasing initiatives, innovative adjacent technologies, methods improvements.
• Continuous improvement in our construction process and package.
• Continuous improvement in our cost position and value proposition.
• Will provide leadership for expansion beyond Kenya and supporting Customers with a regional footprint.

Methods, Design and Engineering.

• Responsible for the technical incorporation of ICF blocks into East Africa construction.
• Primary point of contact for architectural and structural engineering consultants.
• Ensure proper certification for our products (e.g. KEBS) and compliance with all Codes, standards, agencies and permits.
• Responsible for developing and creating the technical specifications for our products. Responsible for the Construction Guide and developing methods for building with ICF blocks into construction.
• Ensure that the blocks are used most effectively and to their greatest advantage.

Project Design, Costs and Estimates. 

• Review and validate customer drawings.
• Lead ICF design & development through Architects, Engineers and in-house capability.
• Lead the QS in developing accurate BQ’s and cost estimates for each project.
• Liaison between Sales and Construction.

Construction Partners. 

• This position will identify, certify and utilize subcontractors, site supervisors and in coordination with Sales – licensed builders, in the execution of the overall workload. A network of Licensed
• Builders will be developed in coordination with Sales and managed by the
• Construction Manager. Some projects will be subcontracted; in other cases, subcontractors may be utilized for the finishing work (skilled trades such as plumbing, electrical, cabinetry, interior finishes, etc. which may be required from time-to-time.

Management  

• Internal. This position will manage the Senior Project Manager, the QS and the Structural Engineer.
• Will have overall responsibility for our Regional Hubs (Regional PM/Regional Tech Assistants)

Customer Experience. 

• Responsible for quality of workmanship, timeliness of start and completion and adherence to schedule.
• Liaison with the Customer to ensure their satisfaction.

Skills & Qualifications

• University Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar degree relevant to the Position
• At least 10 years of experience in industry, including mechanical skills.
• Experience in the affordable housing sector and social enterprise is a plus.
• Ability to travel. The Position is located within Kenya so in-country travel is required. In addition there will be some international travel primarily within Africa.
• Construction skill, experience, education and technical aptitude sufficient to become expert in ICF technology and applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and finding creative solutions.
• Leadership. Ability to lead others, manage projects and achieve results.
• Engineering skill. Advanced understanding of engineering concepts in construction, ability to work with Design and Engineering service providers.
• Entrepreneurial mind-set. Comfortable working in a start-up environment, that requires some degree of self-initiative and direction.
• Construction and Affordable Housing. Understanding of the affordable housing sector, both rural and urban, in Kenya.
• Solid communication skills. Proficient English and local languages, computer skills, ability to write and to create documents.
• Driver’s License Class ABC for driving the Company truck
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and audiences.
• Male candidates are encouraged to apply