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Assistant Project Manager

Summary

Oversee construction projects from planning to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met while coordinating teams and clients.

Job Description

  • Manage and oversee all phases of projects.
  • Ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
  • Lead and mentor project teams including site supervisors, engineers and subcontractors to ensure cohesive and efficient project execution.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing updates on project progress, addressing concerns and managing expectations.
  • Implement and monitor quality assurance processes to ensure all work meets industry standards and project specifications.
  • Coordinate the allocation of resources including labor, materials and equipment to optimize project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Ensure all projects comply with safety regulations and company safety protocols, conducting regular site inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
  • Develop and manage project budgets, monitor expenses and provide financial reports to senior management, ensuring cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed project documentation including contracts, change orders and progress reports, ensuring all records are up-to-date and accessible.
  • Prepare tenders and quotations.
  • Ad-hoc duties as assigned by the management.

Requirements:

  • At least Diploma qualification
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Ability to lead and mentor project team members
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Computer literate with good general PC skills
  • Prior experience in the waterproofing industry will be an added advantage.
  • Class 3 driving licence

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