Background

Victory Farms is a tilapia fish farm established in 2015. VF is located on the Kenyan side of Lake Victoria and has distribution capacity throughout Kenya. The Company is rapidly expanding its farm operation, fish processing, and sales & marketing capabilities. By the end of 2017, VF is on track to be the largest aquaculture farm in East Africa. VF is em...

Role Context

We are seeking a proactive Construction Supervisor to support in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. The role involves daily oversight of project activities, ensuring tasks are well-planned, executed efficiently, and meet quality requirements. The Supervisor will coordinate and monitor on-site operations while enforcing safety and compliance standards. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in dynamic construction environments.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Planning, organizing, and controlling construction projects from start to finish.
• Team Leadership: Supervising and coordinating the work of construction crews, subcontractors, and other staff.
• Safety Management: Ensuring a safe work environment by implementing and enforcing safety regulations and procedures.
• Quality Control: Monitoring work progress and ensuring that it meets quality standards and project specifications.
• Communication: Effectively communicating with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and other relevant parties.
• Scheduling: Developing and managing construction schedules, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Resource Management: Overseeing the allocation and use of resources, including materials and equipment.
• Problem Solving: Identifying and addressing any issues or challenges that arise during the construction process.
• Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of daily activities, progress reports, and other relevant documentation.
• Training and Mentoring: Providing guidance and support to construction workers, including training on safety procedures and best practices.
• Budget Management: Monitoring project costs and ensuring adherence to the allocated budget.

Requirements

• Education: Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related field
• Construction Knowledge: In-depth understanding of construction methods, materials, and safety regulations.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.

Benefit:

• Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.

• Project Management: Planning, organizing, and controlling construction projects from start to finish.
• Team Leadership: Supervising and coordinating the work of construction crews, subcontractors, and other staff.
• Safety Management: Ensuring a safe work environment by implementing and enforcing safety regulations and procedures.
• Quality Control: Monitoring work progress and ensuring that it meets quality standards and project specifications.
• Communication: Effectively communicating with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and other relevant parties.
• Scheduling: Developing and managing construction schedules, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Resource Management: Overseeing the allocation and use of resources, including materials and equipment.
• Problem Solving: Identifying and addressing any issues or challenges that arise during the construction process.
• Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of daily activities, progress reports, and other relevant documentation.
• Training and Mentoring: Providing guidance and support to construction workers, including training on safety procedures and best practices.
• Budget Management: Monitoring project costs and ensuring adherence to the allocated budget.

• Construction Knowledge: In-depth understanding of construction methods, materials, and safety regulations.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related field