Background

Geosurveys & Geospatial Information Ltd is a registered consultancy firm, established in Nairobi, Kenya. The core services are geomatics-centered, which is the integrated approach of measurement, analysis, and management of geospatial data.

The Technical & Project Director will handle the planning, execution, and completion of projects that involve geospatial data, such as Geospatial engineering, urban planning, GIS & mapping, Remote sensing.

The position will manage teams, resources, ensure prompt and efficient delivery of projects, and coordinate with clients and teams to provide tailored solutions.

This position will report to the Chief Operations Officer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Planning

• Overseeing the conceptualization and execution of projects, from the first stages to final delivery.
• Establish the resources and organizational structure needed to implement the control strategy, including workforce, tools, procedures, and communication methods. For complex projects, develop a comprehensive “Project Control Plan” document.
• Establish and keep the overall project breakdown structure and relevant coding systems to meet all control requirements.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, schedules, and timelines, including critical path analysis, resource allocation, and risk management strategies, to ensure efficient project delivery and compliance with contractual obligations.

Business Development Strategy

• Assist in Formulating and Executing the business development strategy in alignment with the company growth objectives.
• Identify new business opportunities including potential clients, partnerships and markets.
• Identify business development opportunities by listening to client needs, assessing operational gaps, and recognizing potential for new services or improved processes.

Team Coordination

• Leading and managing geospatial engineering, GIS, urban planning, remote sensing and all other project teams to ensure project milestones are met.
• Regular progress tracking: Monitor project progress and proactively find and address potential risks or impediments before they escalate.
• Collaboration and problem-solving: Encourage a collaborative environment where team members can share ideas and work together to solve problems as they arise.

Client Management

• Maintaining a client-centric approach, understanding specific needs, and ensuring satisfaction through tailored solutions.
• Building and keeping strong relationships with clients by managing their expectations, ensuring clear communication, and aligning project goals with client needs throughout the project lifecycle.

Quality Assurance

• Implementing quality control processes to ensure the accuracy and precision of all deliverables.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control measures, inspections, and testing protocols to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and client expectations.
• Risk management: Coordinate with team members to name potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Resource Management

• Allocating resources effectively to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, schedules, and timelines, including critical path analysis, resource allocation, and risk management strategies, to ensure efficient project delivery and compliance with contractual obligations.

Technical Oversight

• Offering technical guidance on a variety of services, including land surveys, GIS, remote sensing, and urban planning.
• Technical guidance: Provides technical guidelines and expertise to the project team and stakeholders.
• Quality assurance: Verifies that technical requirements, standards, and quality are met throughout the project.

Contract Management

• Ensure deliverables and responsibilities are duly met as per the contract framework between the organization and the client.
• Represent the organization in external / client contract management meetings in collaboration with key departmental heads.

People Leadership

• Manage, mentor, and support the team to ensure they meet individual and team goals.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, set clear goals, and offer professional development opportunities for team members.
• Foster a collaborative and motivated team environment, encouraging innovation and accountability.

Education, Knowledge & Skills Requirements

Education

• University degree in Geospatial engineering or Urban Planning /Engineering Or GIS
• Master’s degree in environmental science, GIS engineering, or Urban Planning or Project Management
• Certifications in other skills sets in project management, geospatial analysis, data analysis etc.

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in workstreams related to GIS, M&E, ICT, geospatial analysis, with demonstrated ability to apply technologies to solve challenges related to development/humanitarian interventions.

• Overseeing the conceptualization and execution of projects, from the first stages to final delivery.
• Establish the resources and organizational structure needed to implement the control strategy, including workforce, tools, procedures, and communication methods. For complex projects, develop a comprehensive “Project Control Plan” document.
• Establish and keep the overall project breakdown structure and relevant coding systems to meet all control requirements.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, schedules, and timelines, including critical path analysis, resource allocation, and risk management strategies, to ensure efficient project delivery and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Assist in Formulating and Executing the business development strategy in alignment with the company growth objectives.
• Identify new business opportunities including potential clients, partnerships and markets.
• Identify business development opportunities by listening to client needs, assessing operational gaps, and recognizing potential for new services or improved processes.
• Leading and managing geospatial engineering, GIS, urban planning, remote sensing and all other project teams to ensure project milestones are met.
• Regular progress tracking: Monitor project progress and proactively find and address potential risks or impediments before they escalate.
• Collaboration and problem-solving: Encourage a collaborative environment where team members can share ideas and work together to solve problems as they arise.
• Maintaining a client-centric approach, understanding specific needs, and ensuring satisfaction through tailored solutions.
• Building and keeping strong relationships with clients by managing their expectations, ensuring clear communication, and aligning project goals with client needs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Implementing quality control processes to ensure the accuracy and precision of all deliverables.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control measures, inspections, and testing protocols to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and client expectations.
• Risk management: Coordinate with team members to name potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Allocating resources effectively to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, schedules, and timelines, including critical path analysis, resource allocation, and risk management strategies, to ensure efficient project delivery and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Offering technical guidance on a variety of services, including land surveys, GIS, remote sensing, and urban planning.
• Technical guidance: Provides technical guidelines and expertise to the project team and stakeholders.
• Quality assurance: Verifies that technical requirements, standards, and quality are met throughout the project.
• Ensure deliverables and responsibilities are duly met as per the contract framework between the organization and the client.
• Represent the organization in external / client contract management meetings in collaboration with key departmental heads.
• Manage, mentor, and support the team to ensure they meet individual and team goals.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, set clear goals, and offer professional development opportunities for team members.
• Foster a collaborative and motivated team environment, encouraging innovation and accountability.

• Geospatial engineering
• Urban planning
• GIS & mapping
• Remote sensing
• Project planning
• Resource management
• Risk management
• Client management
• Team coordination
• Business development
• Quality assurance
• Technical guidance
• Contract management
• People leadership
• Geospatial analysis
• Data analysis

• University degree in Geospatial engineering or Urban Planning /Engineering Or GIS
• Master’s degree in environmental science, GIS engineering, or Urban Planning or Project Management
• Certifications in other skills sets in project management, geospatial analysis, data analysis etc.