Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for
appointment to the post of Construction Manager in the Ministry of
Physical Development and the Environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant should possess:
1.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Physical Planning,
Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or related field, plus four (4) years
experience in a post at grades12.
OR
2.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Physical Planning,
Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or related field, plus a post- graduate
diploma and three (3) years experience at grade 12.
OR
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A Master’s Degree in Construction Management or related
field, plus four. (4) years experience at grade 10.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The applicant will be required to:
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Co-ordinate the work of project consultants and
professionals.
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Monitor and evaluates progress during implementation
execution and completion of a projects.
3. Ensure that all design specifications are adhered to by
the executing agency.
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Ensure the timely completion of projects within budget.
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Recommend the approval of variation where deemed
necessary.
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Prepare minutes of meetings for projects under
construction.
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Prepare monthly progress reports on the status of ongoing
projects.
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Ensure strict adherence to the terms and conditions of
the contract for all projects.
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Verifies then recommends the certification of
Contractor’s claims for payment.
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Performs such other duties as may be assigned from time
to time by the Chief Architect.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The successful applicant should have:
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A working knowledge of, and ability to interpret, Civil
Service Rules and Regulations, Operating Procedures, Staff Orders, Financial
and Stores Rules, Collective Agreement, etc.
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Familiarization with the Standing Operating Procedures
contained in the Department’s Operations Manual.
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The ability to plan and organize work and prepare clear,
concise reports.
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A working knowledge of information technology and various
computer applications/ software.
CONDITIONS
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Congenial office accommodation provided in the
Architectural Section.
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Institutional support is provided through appropriate
Civil Service Regulations and Departmental Guidelines.
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Opportunities exist for personal development and career
advancement through established orientation and in-service training.
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The post is a scheduled travelling post and the incumbent
is required to maintain a motor vehicle for the performance of his/her
duties.
SALARY
Salary is at the rate of $58,503.12 (Grade 16, step 1) per
annum with a salary increase of 11.125%.
Applications on the prescribed Government of St. Lucia
Application Form along with Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of pertinent
documents in addition to two (2) recent testimonials should be submitted to:
The Secretary
Public Service Commission
Sir Stanislaus James Building
The Waterfront
Castries
Saint Lucia
To reach her no later than February 26, 2010.
Unsuitable applicants will not be considered.
