Technical Assistant (Construction and Facility Management) at Stresert Services Limited

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Responsible for creating project-specific documentation, assembling bids and quotes, preparing presentations, updating files, answering questions, conducting research, and filing receipts and invoices.
• Responsible for coordinating building elements with architects, engineers, external service providers or other team members to ensure that all parties involved are on the same page.
• Keep track of activities and changes related to pre-construction planning.
• Preparing reports on contractor compliance, checking project milestones against work orders, and spotting any inconsistencies, and providing regular updates to the project manager.
• Ensure all necessary drawings and specifications required for the project are included in the contract.
• Meet with subcontractors on site and review their work, make sure that they adhere to safety guidelines and building codes.
• Assist the Project manager in preparing a punch list for jobsite completion.
• Completing simple administrative tasks such as filing, writing emails, printing, scheduling meetings, taking calls, and producing reports.
• Conduct follow-up inspections on ongoing and completed facilities management works, installations and repair works. Submit daily reports to the project manager.
• Keep track of time spent on various tasks, prepare reports, and give regular update to the project manager.
• Asist in the preparation of contract documents to be used for construction projects
• Ensure that all technical requirements are met during project implementation; check that all necessary drawings and specifications are included in the contract
• Perform as a liaison between the project manager and maintenance staff as required
• Asist the project manager in all daily facilities management tasks.
• Reviewing documents for accuracy
• Undertake other tasks as assigned by the project manager.

Requirements:

• Bsc/HND in any construction related courses e.g Architecture, Civil Engineering, Interior Design, M&E Engineering, Estate Management, Urban and Regional Planning.
• Minimum of 5-10 years relevant experience
• Relevant professional qualification will be an added advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Must have construction or building experience
• Possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in using relevant software tools for the job. These include Microsoft Office, content management tools, AutoCAD or other relevant 2D programs, among others
• Have excellent comprehension skills to understand complex building plans and the ability to translate information into detailed drawings
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks at one time.
• Ready to carry out duties with a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Possess excellent attention to detail to proofread plans, drawings, and other documents for accuracy.
• Proactive and enthusiastic about delivering positive results
• Able to seat, walk, stand for long hours at a time
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized