Intex Construction Jobs

Be part of a dynamic team by applying for the following positions in a leading Civil Engineering and infrastructure Company in Kenya.

Project Manager PM OII
Reporting to the Technical Director, the Project manager (Roads & Bridges) will be responsible for:
* Coordinating and supervising the construction process from the conceptual development stage through final construction of the projects within the set time and budget
* Manages day to day operational aspects of the projects and scope and ensure that production targets are met
* Overseeing progress of work at all the sites and giving relevant updates to the Board of Directors
* Mobilizing site resources in the line with program of works provided by the Technical Director and Project Coordinator
* Establishing proper internal monitoring , control systems and procedures to improve on efficiency and productivity
* Oversee the delivery and use of materials, tools and equipment
* Minimizes our exposure and risk on the projects by effectively co-ordinating with government officials in monitoring the progress of work in various projects
* Ensuring that operations comply with health and safety requirements

Required Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree in civil engineering and a diploma in project/construction management from recognized institutions
* A Master’s degree will be an added advantage
* At least 12 years relevant experience in construction of roads and bridges of which 8 years should be in a senior management position
* Must be a Registered Engineer from a recognized Institute of Engineers Board
* Be self driven and possess excellent interpersonal communication and sound management skills while demonstrating a passion for performance and achievement in a competitive environment
* Be computer literate and aware of current technological trends for the construction Industry
* Must be willing to travel and work at our various construction sites

Site Project Manager SPM 011
Reporting to the Projects Manager, the Site Project Manager will be responsible for:-
* The overall financial profitability of the project and supervising project team
* Provides technical direction to the Site engineers
* Develops the project plan and manage execution
* Plan and Review the contract documents, specifications and drawings
* Plan and Review the manpower, equipment and plants requirements of the project
* Preparation and submission of weekly reports to the Senior Management of the Company
* Follow up subcontractor works in addition to reviewing their progress
* Assists in reviews of the project design to identify potential changes that will improve the constructability of the work
* Identifies construction critical items that have the potential of impacting the work schedule
* Reviews material specification and standards through the constructability process
* Assures strict compliance with Safety practices and standards
* Monitors actual work against budgets and schedules to ensure contract completion in a safe, timely manner
* Monitors performance of the Contractors and Subcontractors and verify that the works are executed in accordance with the latest issue of the Contract documents
* Implements the construction quality surveillance and monitoring program

Required Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree in civil engineering and a diploma in project/construction management from recognized institutions
* More than 10 years postgraduate experience, with experience in managing construction aspects of major multidisciplinary projects involving reinforced concrete in structures, embankment construction and construction of works spread in a linear manner over a considerable
* Previous experience of construction work on roads, bridges is essential
* Computer literacy: candidate should be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, MS Projects. etc)

Quarry Foreman QF 011
Reporting to the Site Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:-
* Carrying out feasibility survey to assess suitability and geological make up of the Site
* Closely monitoring all areas of the quarry to ensure that extraction and processing work is carried out to the highest standard
* Liaising with staff on site and dealing with any technical or staffing challenges that arise
* Checking that all vehicles on site are maintained to a good standard
* To assess the most efficient way of extracting the material from the ground
* Liaising with and advising managerial and technical staff ascertaining extraction risks
* Using specialized computer applications to maximize planning and production
* Monitoring and evaluating underground performance
* Ensuring that operations comply with health and safety requirements

Required Qualifications
* Bachelor degree in Mining or equivalent
* Minimum 5 years working experience
* Relevant certificates in blasting will be an added advantage
* Knowledge in mining and drilling and preventive maintenance

Asphalt Foreman AF-011
Reporting to the Site Project Manager, the Asphalt Foreman will be responsible for:-
* Day to day operations and overall administration of the Asphalt site to ensure that production targets are met
* Measuring the various components of Asphalt to achieve optimum levels
* Determining the type of asphalt for various roads
* Providing professional advice on the level and type of asphalt to use in achieving quality work
* Explaining to the Project Manager the level and quality of asphalt use for the road construction
* Upkeep and Maintenance of assigned equipment
* Reviews time sheets and overtime hours and regulates

Required Qualifications
* Must be a well qualified Asphalt Engineer
* Minimum 5- 8 years working experience in an Asphalt site

If you are keen on your career and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the qualifications provided, please submit a handwritten application with a recent passport photograph indicating the reference number, email address and a detailed CV , including names and addresses of three references to the undersigned not later than 12 February 2011.

The Head of Human Resources
Intex Construction Limited
P.O Box 60293-00200
Nairobi.

We are an equal opportunity employer