St Andrew’s School, Turi is highly respected in Kenya and regarded as one of the leading international schools in East Africa. Numbering 550 pupils, it comprises two semi-autonomous schools: a Preparatory School of circa 220 pupils between the ages of 3 and 13 and a Senior School of circa 330 pupils between the ages of 13 and 18.

The Role

St Andrew’s School Turi is seeking to appoint a Project Manager who will be responsible of overseeing the planning, development and delivery of the schools construction projects.  He/She will ensure project are delivered within the required scope, time and budget. He/ She will be responsible for collaborating and providing oversight on all internal and external project stakeholders to ensure visibility and accountability on deliverables, efficient communication and a coordinated approach in the delivery of school projects.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Operations & Projects Director, the specific responsibilities of the Project Manager includes: –

• Drive project delivery by developing an implementation plan with a defined critical path. Ensure adherence to the delivery plan by tracking against progress, identifying and resolving blockers in delivery and reorganizing the plan when necessary.
• Co – ordinate project consultants/ the school to ensure delivery on their specific mandates within the expected project
• Develop a standardized design deliverables report
• Review and manage internal project supply chain, identifying gaps and resolving blockers before they affect project delivery. Report supply chain
• Establish a project and governance structure to support project and to implement project delivery strategies developed during pre-construction.
• Implement relevant reporting procedures for effective project monitoring as well as managing and overseeing all contractors working on internal projects.
• Establish a program schedule for proper contract scope and issue meeting schedules and communication protocols to ensure efficiency.
• Monitor program related risks and implement necessary project scope including reporting on any variances in initial costs plans or supply
• Manage and oversee the procurement process related to internal projects as well as managing stakeholders’ input and expectations to prevent delays.
• Plan project commissioning meetings which include handover checklists, training manuals and user/ client sign offs to ensure seamless transitions and completion.

Required Qualifications Skills and Qualities

• Bachelor’s Degree in a building construction or related field
• A minimum of seven years’ experience working as a Project Manager in the construction field
• Proven experience in the development of business cases, proposals, development strategies to drive decision making/ financing decisions for construction
• An understanding of current construction industry practices and methodologies, including statutory requirements, negotiation, contracting and arbitration.
• Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability and confidence to lead presentations and facilitate group discussions
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex construction
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and collaboration skills–as a participant, listener, idea-generator, leader, or disputes
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity
• Experience with project management software
• Flexible to changes in work priorities and deliveries