Organisation
National Works Agency
Reference
VAC-48997
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Consulting & Project Management
Location
St. Thomas
Salary & Benefits
Date Posted
21/03/2024
Expiry Date
09/04/2024
The National Works Agency, an Executive Agency of the Government of Jamaica is seeking suitably qualified individuals for the position of Parish Manager.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent
- Specialized Training in Contract Management, Road Maintenance
- Bridge Inspection and other related areas
- Knowledge of Procurement procedures
- 7 years in the road construction sector with experience at a senior supervisory level
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Highly developed management skills
- Highly developed technical skills and knowledge of road maintenance and construction
- Highly developed contract management skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Good communications and interpersonal skills
- Technical report writing and oral communication skills
- Leadership and team skills
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to:
- Regional Manager
PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS:
- Advise the Regional Manager on all activities with the parish
- Accountable for the achievement of Agency's target with the parish
- Represent the Agency within the assigned parish at all official functions/meetings
- Plan, organize, coordinate and direct the parish maintenance activities
- Instruct and train staff in work activities and identify training needs
- Review and approve work plans/ itinerary of Assistant Parish Managers
- Prepare periodic reports on all infrastructure activities within the parish
- Conduct site visits, inspections of bridges, quarries drainage structures and retaining walls
- Maintain a current database of parish infrastructure condition
- Investigate complaints, accidents or nuisances affecting the public caused by Agency's activities or factors affecting the agency's business
- Review performance of contractors and make recommendations
- Liaise with contractors/suppliers to ensure that the Agency's requirements are clearly understood and observed
- Devise local emergency strategies and attend local Disaster Planning Committee meetings
- Provide technical advice to clients and stakeholders within the parish
The Agency thanks all applicants. Only individuals short-listed will be contacted.
Occupational fields:
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Required degree level:
Bachelor's degree
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