Project Manager

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Role Purpose

We are currently looking for a Project Manager (Fit-Out) for our team based in Nairobi, Kenya. This role will be working for our client on their commercial offices & retail branches.

What this job involves

Accountable for day-to-day delivery of all project management tasks. Develop the client brief and Project Execution Plans to suit the specific requirements of the project. Manage design teams in the development of design solutions to meet the clientâs expectations and budget. Fully manage and handle local government approvals process with consultants and Contractors. Administer complex contracts, proactively managing and confirming the compliance of contractors/consultants to the contract terms and conditions. Assist with the compilation of tender documents and critically reviewing tender returns, contract negotiations, award of contracts and client reporting. Develop project documentation, programs, master budget with cost management support. Produce reports to suit relevant stages of the projects. Deliver projects within the framework of risk, sustainability and environmental considerations agreed at the business case/client brief stage, while maintaining focus on time, cost and quality. Monitor and report on the contractorâs progress against the contract program. Manage consultant teams to ensure that the contractorâs design is done in compliance with the contract. Manage consultant teams to ensure that the built product is compliant with the contract. Collaborate and manage client expectation. Steer and manage the schedules and budget and change orders, that are client or contractor driven. Travel as necessary for the delivery assurance of the projects. Strongly own the Project management tools (Clarizen) for assigned projects and manage these platforms completeness and accuracy .

Sounds like you? To apply you need to be / have

Extensive experience in managing delivery of fit-out projects in the region. Excellent written and verbal skills with a fluent proficiency in English. International safety qualification / recognition an advantage but not essential. Degree Qualification is preferred but not essential. Professional Memberships are an advantage but not essential.

What you can expect from us

Youâll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together â across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.

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Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sights and imagine where JLL can take you...