Project Manager Jobs in Kenya

Project Manager Jobs in Kenya

Our client, a leading premier pan-African systems integrator providing specialized services within the life safety and security industry in Kenya is urgently recruiting for a Project Manager.

He/she will be responsible for providing technical direction, keeping management informed of budgets, and ensuring the projects are completed on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Management

Coordinate people and resources to achieve design and production deadlines, including procurement of materials and sub-contracted services

Take responsibility for project management of engineering projects as required

Ensure standard operating procedures and project guidelines are in place

Task allocation and performance evaluation of team members

Meet with client teams and gather requirements, conduct regular team meetings, and track project progress

Interview candidates and hire resources, where needed or applicable

Estimate project budgets, coordinate with the finance department for funds, and plan for purchasing equipment and hardware in a cost-effective way

Provide an efficient working atmosphere to project teams and ensure objectives are met within the stipulated time

Technical

Must ensure teams follow the correct procedures, policies, and documentation requirements across the project phase

Able to guide the team through the development, testing, and implementation stages and review the completed work effectively

Provide direction and technical expertise in design, development, and systems integration

Able to make quick decisions and solve technical problems to provide an efficient environment for project implementation

Identify resource and equipment requirements, efficient capacity planning, and management software and hardware availability

Must provide technical training to teams when required and serve as a technical mentor to team members

Responsible, through a combination of in-house design, for technical oversight and coordination of staff & suppliers, as well as the effective and efficient delivery of equipment

Develop and manage the technical practice and standards of the company

Manage the development of technical strategies, documents, contracts, processes, and specifications to ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency in all technical engineering activities.

Manage the preparation, review, and approval of feasibility studies, designs, costing, and technical contract terms & conditions with the sales team and management

Overall responsible for establishing and introducing appropriate engineering standards and processes from point of sale to completion and sign-off of installations.

Arrange the production of high-quality documentation (fabrication drawings and specifications, performance specifications and user guides) to accompany equipment

Identify, provide and facilitate solutions to engineering and technical problems

Lead, motivate and manage staff within the project (operations + technical department

Provide management with direct reports; including setting and monitoring of personal objectives, mentor and coach, monitor staff

performance, and conducting regular performance reviews

Ensure that the working time of all engineering resource is undertaken effectively and fairly

Lead engineering planning, coordination, and review meetings

Establish systems and communications from sales and operations teams to enable planning and scheduling of engineering works

Ensure client feedback is effectively communicated internally, with particular regard to requirements.

Commercial

Assess and approve suppliers, fabricators, equipment, and third-party providers

Review, recommend and approve contracts and cost estimates within delegated authority

Adopt a client facing role from responding to client queries, to solving engineering disputes

Work with the business development manager to evaluate technical elements of new and potential business offerings

Proactively contribute to the preparation and implementation of the business plan, including securing Board approval

Support the Director in reviewing performance data including financial, sales and activity reports to monitor and measure productivity and profitability

Assess the feasibility, viability, risk and business potential of proposed technical innovations or proposed collaborations with other organizations

Provide engineering support to the sales team Health, Safety & Quality

Ensuring Health and Safety documentation is in place in line with the recommended regulations.

Ensure that all engineering work is designed, procured and delivered in a safe, managed and lawful manner, compliant with all relevant legislation.

5+ years working experience in Project Management (preferably with experience in
automation for smarter building solutions)

Must have Diploma in Project Management

Experience in smart building solution world

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Must be a strategic thinker and have strong negotiation skills

Possess a collaborative mindset and work well as part of a team

Superior time management abilities and capable of meeting deadlines

Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask

Must have up to date industry trends as well as laws and regulations

Ability to build strong relationships with clients and industry contacts

How to Apply

If you’re up to the challenge, kindly send your CV and cover letter only to recruitment@linkarkconsultants.com before the closing of business on 20th December 2022.

Clearly indicate the position applied for and the expected salary in the subject line.

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