Project manager

Safaricom is hiring a Project Manager to oversee construction and supplies projects for the Safaricom & M-Pesa Foundations. This role will be responsible for planning, managing, and ensuring timely completion of all Foundations’ construction and non-construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• – Scope and cost projects for funding consideration
• – Review and supervise work of project management consultants
• – Monitor project implementation for value, quality, and adherence to timelines
• – Lead project assessment visits and review design reports, BOQs, and tender evaluations
• – Ensure engagement of professionals for project management
• – Explore innovative approaches to optimize resources without compromising quality
• – Guide project teams and committees in project approval and implementation
• – Ensure consistent costing and scope across projects
• – Inspect projects, maintain inspection documentation, and track timelines
• – Review contractor valuations and explore payment automation
• – Adhere to ISO 26000 standards and evaluate project managers
• – Prequalify contractors and suppliers
• – Conduct structural design and analysis per relevant codes and standards
• – Collaborate with architects and designers for safe and aesthetically fitting designs
• – Resolve structural issues and professional concerns
• – Utilize AutoCAD and other drafting software for 2D and 3D structural plans
• – Research and recommend new and existing material technologies
• – Review proposed structural engineering changes and address RFIs

Qualifications:

• – Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, registered with relevant bodies
• – Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, progressing towards EBK professional registration
• – Working knowledge of structural design software (AutoCAD, Civil3D, Prokon)
• – Experience applying design and detailing codes (British and local regulations)
• – Ability to effectively manage and supervise on-site activities and resolve design-related issues

If you have the required qualifications and experience, apply now to be considered for this important role at Safaricom.