Office Gems is facilitating the recruitment of a Projects Supervisor for the East Port of Spain Development Company Limited.

The Projects Supervisor reports to the Project Manager. You will be required to oversee the detailed planning and execution of infrastructural works to meet project objectives for safe, timely, cost-effective completion and satisfaction of stakeholder needs and the company’s mandate for the physical regeneration of East Port of Spain.

DUTIES

Your duties will include:

1. Assisting in the elaboration of high-level programme information to guide detailed planning (design specification, scheduling, resourcing) and progression of work throughout the project life cycle.
2. Reviewing and adjusting individual project plans, in consultation with the Project Manager, to maintain alignment with overall objectives for programme delivery and optimal use of resources.
3. Participating in the review of technical/CAD drawings and blueprints to ensure designs conform with specifications, construction standards, regulatory requirements and other corporate requirements.
4. Participating in the selection and orientation of contractors and suppliers.
5. Routinely conducting site inspections to monitor and assess the progress of projects, quality of work, compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, and overall contractor performance.
6. Preparing and/or verifying progress, completion, and variance reports and other related documents to support timely and accurate payment of contractors, corporate reporting and communications.
7. Reviewing and assessing contractor claims. Investigating and reporting on anomalies, recommending payment and/or corrective action, in a timely and accurate manner.
8. Acting as company liaison. Meeting contractors, stakeholders, and other related parties to facilitate conflict resolution and minimize project delays and other execution risks.
9. Contributing to the development of the Project Team’s annual work plan and budget.
10. Contributing to the development of operating standards and procedures.
11. Assigning and monitoring the execution of tasks, in accordance with planned performance levels.
12. Fostering a collaborative and results-oriented team culture.
13. Providing inputs for scheduling leave and training, performance appraisals, and disciplinary action.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

1. Technical Diploma or higher in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent.
2. Professional Certification in Project Management.
3. A minimum of 4 years’ experience managing multiple projects, preferably with exposure to Social Policy or working with distressed urban communities.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

You should possess:

1. Sound knowledge of the principles, techniques, and contemporary practices related to construction, project management, contract administration, conflict management.
2. The ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, spatial plans, maps and GIS outputs.
3. Proficiency in the use of MS Office Suite, MS Project or other project management software.
4. Working knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements for construction, environmental management, OSH, and procurement.
5. The ability to organize and delegate work and co-ordinate teams effectively.
6. Understanding of the East Port of Spain community and culture.
7. Excellent aptitude for agile, critical thinking creative problem-solving, and analysis.
8. Excellent communication skills (oral and written). Ability to make technical presentations.
9. Ability to use emotional intelligence to lead and motivate others and influence positive outcomes.

ATTRIBUTES

1. Vigilant.
2. Cool-Headed.
3. Resilient and Adaptive.
4. Works with professionalism and integrity.
5. Independent thinker.

If you meet the criteria for this position, kindly email your résumé to jobs@officegemstnt.com on or before February 23rd with the subject “Projects Supervisor”.

Please provide telephone numbers and email addresses for one (1) personal and two (2) professional references. Kindly advise of your salary expectations in your cover email.