Vacancy title:
Structural & Civil Works Package Manager - Construction

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Construction]

Jobs at:
Aga Khan Education Service

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, July 31 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 11 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The Structural & Civil Works Package Manager is responsible for overseeing all structural and civil work activities on the Aga Khan International School – Wayaki Way project. The role ensures the design is technically sound, cost-effective and meets quality and safety standards. The Manager will lead procurement, coordination, site execution, and closeout of structural and civil packages while working closely with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders to achieve seamless and compliant project delivery.Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning and execution of structural and civil works, ensuring they align with design, specification and budget.
• Contribute to procurement strategies, prequalification and tender evaluations for the assigned work packages.
• Prepare and manage construction and permitting strategies, coordinating with contractors and consultants.
• Analyze and approve contractor QA/QC plans, risk assessments and mobilisation plans.
• Coordinate with the design team and verify technical design appropriateness and constructability.
• Manage on-site activities and ensure project phase coordination, safety compliance and timely progress.
• Prepare EHS risk assessments, method statements and permit to work systems in compliance with AKES, Kenya standards.
• Validate material requisitions and establish effective receiving/storage systems for plant and materials.
• Monitor contractor progress and performance through site inspections, reports and progress meetings.
• Review and sign off on variation claims, payment certificates and materials compliance.
• Ensure completion of snagging and defect liability lists within stipulated timelines.
• Maintain up-to-date project documentation and provide timely reporting to the Construction Director.
• Support the AKDN Net-Zero Initiative by tracking and minimizing GHG emissions related to civil works.
• Provide cost engineering input, assist in contract drafting and obtain quotations from vendors and suppliers.
• Identify and escalate risks related to delays, costs and quality, proposing timely mitigation strategies.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager to support successful package delivery.

The requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in construction management with at least 4 years in package management.
• Proven track record in delivering structural and civil work packages from planning to operational handover.
• Strong understanding of contract management, building codes (BS and local), QA/QC processes and EHS standards.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project and other construction management tools.
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams and work collaboratively with stakeholders.
• Capable of managing emergency situations, risk assessments and quality assurance programs.
• Skilled in documentation, reporting, and maintaining accurate construction records.
• Familiarity with disaster recovery planning, emergency maintenance and sustainable construction practices.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested and qualified? Go to Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK) on krb-xjobs.brassring.com to apply

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