Ministry of Local Government and Public Works Vacancy - Ministry of Local Government and Public Works

Director, Construction & Maintenance

Position Overview

Plan, develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the Construction and Maintenance Department; Develop strategic plans to guide the activities of the Construction and Maintenance Department; Recommend the review of all relevant Acts, standards and policies on construction and maintenance to the Chief Director; Superintend over all Government buildings construction and maintenance activities to ensure that major construction and rehabilitation works to state buildings and infrastructure are completed within stipulated time frames; Coordinate and communicate Construction and Maintenance activities and priorities with other Ministries/Departments/ Agencies in order to ensure the successful completion of projects.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the Construction and Maintenance Department
Develop strategic plans to guide the activities of the Construction and Maintenance Department
Recommend the review of all relevant Acts, standards and policies on construction and maintenance to the Chief Director
Superintend over all Government buildings construction and maintenance activities to ensure that major construction and rehabilitation works to state buildings and infrastructure are completed within stipulated time frames
Coordinate and communicate Construction and Maintenance activities and priorities with other Ministries/Departments/ Agencies in order to ensure the successful completion of projects
Provide professional and technical advice to the smaller local authorities
Institute measures to regulate, register and categorize contractors
Represent the Ministry on various fora regarding Construction and Maintenance of buildings as delegated by the Chief Director
Provide technical input into the procurement of equipment, services and materials for construction and maintenance programmes and projects
Coordinate the mobilization of resources and the development of budgets and funding strategies for construction and maintenance programmes
Manage a database of all construction and maintenance projects and programmes
Supervise, coach and counsel subordinates

Qualifications

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, Mechanical/ Architectural/ Construction Engineering or equivalent
Possession of a relevant Masters degree in the above field(s) is an added advantage
Membership of the Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers or other equivalent professional bodies or be a Registered Architect
A minimum of eight (8) years experience in the construction and maintenance field, of which two(2) must be at Deputy Director Level or equivalent grade.

Skills

A thorough understanding of Construction and Maintenance policies, regulations and procedures
Extensive experience with programme and project development, integrated planning and analysis, implementation, and management
Proven track record of resource mobilization experience
Ability to communicate and network with a broad spectrum of stakeholders
Ability to employ information communication technology in the monitoring of construction and maintenance programmes

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Health insurance coverage.
Flexible work hours.
Professional development opportunities.
Fun team outings and events.