Engineering Jobs. Java House Jobs

• Implementation and execution of project work plans.
• Measurement of works for final account of projects close out
• Quality control on site
• Ensuring strict adherence to all regulations, statutes, standards, practices and all internal processes and procedures as per the relevant manuals and comply with all relevant external legislation and regulations regarding compliance requirements.
• Designing/preparation of drawings, especially Back of House drawings and external signage drawings.
• General supervision of all work on site
• Financial and risk management of projects
• Ensuring design, plan and flow is working for user/department especially Operations department.
• Ensuring that the Java House standards for project execution are achieved
• Ensuring that all projects operations are conducted within the approved OSHA regulations

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Key Result Areas/ Key Performance Indicators
• Performance Indicators
• Supervision of site works
• Capacity to understand a wide range of engineering functions and procedures
• Generation of weekly site status reports
• Resolving site issues
• Preparation of Back of House/ Front of House drawings
• Co-ordination with Operations team during construction to ensure all concerns are dealt with on time, for example, kitchen and barista counter layout.
• Co-ordination with suppliers on site installations, for example gas, SS items and furniture
• Measurement of works for final account of project close-out
• Completion of projects on time
• Completion of projects within approved budget
• Delivery of good quality works on site

Job specifications:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management
• The ability to take on responsibility and make decisions
• An in-depth knowledge of building/construction methods
• Awareness of health and safety management measures
• Knowledgable in Ms Excel, Ms Project, Ms Word, Archi-CAD, autocad
• Strong and sound work ethic, honesty and integrity
• Attention to detail
• Excellent personnel management skills
• Quick learner and a team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A strong sense of accountability
• Ability to work under pressure and production of quality work with little or no supervision.
• Motivation to learn and take on new challenges
• Availability on a fulltime basis with high levels of energy, enthusiasm and ability to work long hours and under pressure
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to tackle a task logically, and perseverance to see projects through to completion
• Ability to address a wide spectrum of people, from unskilled to professional
• Working knowledge of all rules and regulations that apply to General Construction

Experience

• 1-2 Years experience in a similar role

Core Competencies:

• Time Management – Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
• Monitoring – Monitoring/Assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Troubleshooting – Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Judgment and Decision Making – Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Active Learning – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Planning and Time Management – to ensure that projects are completed within set timeframes.
• Coordination – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Delegation and Motivation –ensuring that tasks are delegated effectively and the team remains motivated to complete the project to a high standard.
• General Construction knowledge – at times of uncertainty the Site engineer may be relied upon for knowledge of the industry and specific problems.
• Development and Operational Effectiveness- Ability to lead strategic planning, results based management and reporting. Ability to go beyond established procedures and models, propose new approaches which expand the range of programmes.
• Planning and Organization- Refined planning and organizational skills that balance work, team support and other responsibilities in a timely and professional manner.
• Communication Skills- Effectively conveying information both verbally and in writing. Also ability to give prompt feedback.
• Analytical Skills- Recognizing areas of weaknesses requiring improvements and making recommendations for consideration, approval and implementation.
• Flexibility- Capacity to fit into most environments, maintain calm under pressure and adaptation to changes in the work place.
• Teamwork- Possessing strong commitment to team environment dynamics with the ability to contribute expertise and follow any directives at appropriate times.
• Computer Skills- Skills in Ms Office, PowerPoint and Archi-CAD.