About The Role
The Gleeds business in Africa has enjoyed much success and growth in recent years, and we are looking to recruit a Project Manager with experience in managing and contributing to construction projects in one or more of the following sectors. [Fit outs or retail or commercial or office spaces].
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Positively engaging with Customers and developing, growing and maintaining Customer relationships.
- Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, ensuring efficient collaboration
- Delivering high quality services and ensuring that project management deliverables meet Customers requirements.
- Managing projects to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures.
- Develop/ contribute to the development of the project management plans.
- In charge of the managing the different aspects of the project on a daily base including time schedule, communication, quality, risk and procurement.
- Administrating contracts as Contract Administrator, Employer's Agent or Project Manager.
- Producing and presenting reports to Customers.
- Mentoring and coaching employees to their full potential.
- Advising Directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or that might arise, on projects.
About The Candidate
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate experience in managing and delivering projects successfully, in one or more of the targeted sectors, with practical knowledge of managing teams across different functions at site.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related fields; Post graduate degree is a plus.
- 10+years of proven experience in delivering project management services in major construction projects or frameworks.
- Professional certifications and affiliations will be considered for different positions where it complements the role's responsibilities.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English is a must.
- Demonstratable leadership and problem-solving skills are mandatory to demonstrate.
About The Company
About us
A world of opportunity
Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.
With over 75 offices across the globe, you'll become part of a truly global team that isn't restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we're committed to the success of our people, clients and communities giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.
Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:
- Professionalism with personality
- Excellence with humility
- Innovation with agility
We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.
We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.
Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.
