Vision A society in which governance and development is community driven. Mission To partner with communities and groups to achieve recreation and rebuilding on the principles of self-reliance, self-management and collective peace.
Experience5 years
Location Kaduna.
Position Overview
- The Engineering Manager will plan, supervise, and coordinate all construction-related projects CCDRN undertakes, including developing shelters, school buildings, classrooms, irrigation facilities (dam), recreational facilities, and office buildings.
- This role will ensure that engineering projects meet set quality standards, schedules, and budgets while adhering to relevant safety regulations and best practices.
- The Engineering Manager will collaborate with local authorities, community leaders, and donor agencies to ensure seamless project delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning and Design:
- Lead the planning and design of construction projects, ensuring compliance with relevant engineering standards and donor requirements.
- Oversee feasibility studies, site assessments, and environmental impact evaluations for proposed construction activities.
- Develop and review engineering designs, drawings, bills of quantities (BOQs), and technical specifications for various structures (e.g., shelters, classrooms, staff offices, recreational facilities).
- Collaborate with architects and other design professionals to finalize project layouts, ensuring cost-effectiveness, functionality, and durability.
Project Implementation and Supervision:
- Develop comprehensive implementation plans and schedules for each construction project, monitoring progress against milestones.
- Support procurement processes for construction materials, equipment, and services, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Recruit, train, and supervise field engineers, site supervisors, and other technical staff to ensure quality standards and timely project completion.
- Conduct regular field visits to monitor the progress of projects, identify challenges, and propose corrective measures.
- Coordinate with local community structures to ensure acceptance, ownership, and sustainability of facilities post-completion.
Quality Control and Safety Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with local building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
- Implement strict quality control measures throughout construction, including on-site inspections, material testing, and documentation of defects.
- Conduct health and safety training for site teams and ensure strict adherence to occupational health and safety guidelines.
- Manage risk assessments for construction sites, focusing on minimizing accidents, structural failures, and environmental impacts.
Budgeting and Financial Management:
- Develop and manage construction budgets, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and organizational financial procedures.
- Monitor expenditures, track cost variations, and prepare detailed financial reports for management and donors.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or compliance standards.
- Coordinate with the Finance department to ensure timely payments to contractors, suppliers, and project staff.
Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination:
- Work closely with government authorities, such as local government councils, Ministries of Works, and other regulatory bodies, to secure approvals and ensure compliance.
- Engage community leaders and beneficiaries, ensuring project designs and schedules address local needs and priorities.
- Liaise with donors, partner NGOs, and other stakeholders for effective coordination of activities and resource sharing where applicable.
- Represent CCDRN in technical forums, relevant networks, and meetings with partners or government agencies.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare detailed engineering documents, including technical reports, progress updates, and completion certificates for each project.
- Document lessons learned best practices, and innovations for continuous improvement and future project reference.
- Contribute technical inputs to quarterly and annual project reports for donors and senior management.
- Maintain organized records of all construction-related documentation, including contracts, site logs, photos, and certification documents.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project management.
- Demonstrable experience handling multiple construction projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of northern Nigeria’s local building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
- Proven track record of budget management and financial reporting for large-scale construction projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
- Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and project management tools.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team management abilities.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letter and resume detailing their qualifications and experience relevant to the role to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email.
