Job Description
Diversity, inclusion & wellbeing
To succeed, CPF recognizes that it needs to attract, develop and retain talented people who reflect the diverse nature of our customers and stakeholders.
A workplace that brings out the best in everybody where people feel welcome, valued and included, allows employees to achieve their full potential and perform at their best.
When we welcome difference, we promote innovation, boost productivity and deliver better results.
Our diversity and inclusion programs work to shape an environment that: Encourages and values different views and opinions, Respects employees’ personal needs and provides equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation or other aspect of difference. This is an integral part of our Code of Conduct.
Head of Projects; Ref: Laser/HP/19
Supervisor Title : GM / Head of LASER
Job Title: Head of Projects
Location: Nairobi
Directorate: LASER Property Services
Job Summary
The job holder is responsible for overseeing the day to day management of all projects within Laser Property Services
Key Responsibilities
Providing oversight and direction to outside third parties (architects, engineers, construction professionals) on projects.
Engaging in engineering and environmental due diligence activities while working with a network of third-party firms.
Performing occasional on-site inspections of both existing assets as well as projects under Laser Property Services
Performing review of both consultant recommendations and the underlying contractor request for payments.
Negotiating construction and professional services contracts.
Developing policies, procedures, and protocols aimed at providing superior advisory services to clients.
Providing and maintain project budgets, schedules, and other project related information and documentation utilizing standard project management tools.
Directing the completion of projects from inception through completion and provide input and ensure consistent performance
Following up and closing meetings with clients or tenants for schedule updates, direction and or changes on a regular basis throughout the life of the project.
Monitoring local legislation in all jurisdictions and meet with state, county, and other local officials as needed regarding matters that pertain to real estate development.
Working directly with other Senior Management Team members to provide leadership, strategic direction, and prioritize initiatives focused on client services, value delivery, efficiency/cost control, project planning, and resource management.
Qualification and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in the field of architecture, business, real estate, engineering or construction management
Licensed Engineer or Registered Architect
Five years’ minimum professional experience with building design and/or construction industry and/or real estate investment environment in a similar role.
Skills and Competence Requirements
Broad knowledge of real estate/property services finance with a high analytic aptitude.
Excellent planning, organizational and communications skills.
Experience in overseeing planning, design and construction projects, and advanced knowledge of the design and construction industry and standard practices
The ability to skillfully communicate at various levels in numerous situations with industry experts spanning several disciplines, subjects, and scenarios.
Ability to handle multiple tasks – both short term and long term in nature – under stress of budget constraints, timeline demands, and high level of expected results.
Demonstrated track record of meeting financial business plans, budgets, and project schedules.
The candidate should be able to travel frequently across the region in search of new and inspect existing projects.
