Serving 10 million consumer and business customers in 25 markets in the Caribbean and Central America, its investments of over US$5 billion and a commitment to its communities through its Digicel Foundations in Haiti, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago have contributed to positive outcomes for over 2 million people to date.

 

With the Better Connected ethos at the heart of everything, its 5,000 employees worldwide work together to make that a powerful reality for customers, communities and countries day in, day out.

 

Digicel also delivers news, sports broadcasting, digital media and financial services in several of its markets.

 

Visit www.digicelgroup.com for more.

Primary objective of the job: 

The primary objective of this role is to manage all construction projects financed by the Digicel Foundation, within budget, scope, on-time, and to the standards of quality and functionality specified. Responsible for driving construction project management methodology throughout the duration of the project, so as to streamline and facilitate smooth delivery of projects. The selected prospect will assume full responsibility for the end to end delivery of construction projects, from scope determination to closeout of project, and will manage the contractor’s delivery and customers’ expectations at all times throughout the project lifecycle.

 

 

 

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Planning, Procurement and Execution

Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including project scope, budget, schedule and required resources Conduct site surveys for fact finding, analysis and evaluation, making representation to the Foundation to inform decision-making process for construction projects and to identify project requirements, risks and constraints Develop bills of quantities and access those procured from third party providers for comparison in the tender process Prepare and issue tender to qualified and proven contractors for all construction projects Review bid responses and provide recommendation for the most suitable contractor for each construction project Manage process of awarding bid winners by confirming project plan and budget and communicating the Foundation’s project standards and construction code of conduct

 

Construction Management

Coordinate and supervise all construction activities from conception to closeout, by conducting site visits ensuring adherence to project timeline, scope, standards and specification Organize and oversee construction procedures to facilitate the on-time and efficient completion of all construction projects, as per contract terms and budget

 

Project Planning, Procurement and Execution

Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including project scope, budget, schedule and required resources Conduct site surveys for fact finding, analysis and evaluation, making representation to the Foundation to inform decision-making process for construction projects and to identify project requirements, risks and constraints Develop bills of quantities and access those procured from third party providers for comparison in the tender process Prepare and issue tender to qualified and proven contractors for all construction projects Review bid responses and provide recommendation for the most suitable contractor for each construction project Manage process of awarding bid winners by confirming project plan and budget and communicating the Foundation’s project standards and construction code of conduct

 

Construction Management

Coordinate and supervise all construction activities from conception to closeout, by conducting site visits ensuring adherence to project timeline, scope, standards and specification Organize and oversee construction procedures to facilitate the on-time and efficient completion of all construction projects, as per contract terms and budget Monitor construction progress by providing detailed reports on project status, identifying any insures or delays, proposing recommendations for corrective actions as necessary Coordinate and schedule resource utilization and dissemination including equipment, materials labour to optimize project efficiency

 

Quality Assurance and Compliance

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards throughout the construction process. Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to identify and address any potential issues. Prepare and collate relevant documents for representation with regulatory agencies and obtain necessary permits and approvals as required

 

Project Communication and Relationship Management

Lead and manage a team of construction professionals including contractors and suppliers to promote a productive work environment and efficient construction processes Establish and maintain strong relationships with beneficiaries, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders, addressing their concerns and providing regular project updates Coordinate project meetings and site visits with stakeholders Serve as liaison between beneficiary and selected Contractor to ensure that the Contractor’s needs are met including granting access site and other facilities Seek out CAD Technician in developing drawings and designs for different aspects of the construction projects Address post-construction issues promptly and professionally in keeping with contractual expectations to support beneficiary satisfaction , maintaining the Foundation’s project output standards

 

Other:

Perform other duties as assigned

 

 

Academic Qualifications and Experience Required:

BSc in Civil Engineering and/or Construction Management Project Management Certification Expert knowledge in construction and project management methodologies and procedures 3-5 years’ experience project-managing construction projects Proven experience as a Construction Project Manager, overseeing medium to large-scale construction projects.

 

 

Functional Skills:

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills Time management skills Ability to present to Board Team player Organized self-starter with drive and initiative