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Major Projects Manager

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Organisation
National Works Agency
Reference
VAC-55916
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Consulting & Project Management
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$7,716,512.00 per annum
Date Posted
23/02/2025
Expiry Date
04/03/2025
The National Works Agency, an Executive Agency of the Government of Jamaica is seeking suitably qualified persons for the position of Major Project Manager.

 

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • B.Sc.in Civil Engineering or equivalent
  • Advanced training in Project Management/Engineering
  • 5-7 years' experience in administration of Projects
  • Post-graduate degree in Project Management/MBA or related 

 

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Highly developed Civil Engineering skills and knowledge in Project Planning and Implementation
  • Excellent knowledge of Public Sector Procurement Procedures
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent project scheduling techniques
  • Excellent technical report writing and oral communication skills.
  • Creativity, Innovation. 

 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

  • Reports to: Director, Major Project 

 

HIGHLIGHT OF JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Plan and implements projects to achieve their stated objectives in an effective and efficient manner.
  • Conduct procurement of contractor based on Public Sector Procurement Procedures.
  • Direct the completion of designated projects in accordance with all stated requirements.
  • Monitor and coordinate strategic financial planning for all new projects.
  • Proposes strategic technological and developmental modifications.
  • Conduct economic appraisal of projects, roads, bridges etc.
  • Maintain contacts with relevant Government Agencies and Internal Technical Divisions on project administration and implementation.
  • Advice on all planning matters including mechanics of planning and adequacy plans.
  • Plan and administer assigned major projects.
  • Submit executive reports.
  • Evaluate long term plans and quarterly review of capital works. 

 

Region: 
Kingston
Occupational fields: 
Engineering

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