The Position/Function

The Director of Works and Physical Development shall provide strategic leadership and oversight for the planning, development, and maintenance of the University's physical infrastructure and related services. The role encompasses supervision of the following divisions:

• The Physical Development works and Housing
• Development Office
• Grounds, Environment Health and Services
• Estate Organization

Key Responsibilities

The Director shall be responsible for:

• The supervision of works and contracts to ensure that construction and renovations are in consonance with prevailing industry standards and specifications, taking due cognizance of the needs and requirements of the University
• The management of construction contracts with a view to ensuring compliance with due delivery of projects
• Collaborating with the procurement unit to procure consultancy services relating to the provision of technical advice on construction in compliance with national laws and the University statutes
• The management and maintenance of all physical infrastructure including buildings, roads, drains, parks and gardens of the University and their designs and drawings
• The acquisition and allocation of housing for employees of the University upon the recommendation of the Housing and Estate Committee
• The construction and maintenance of residential facilities for students
• The management and control of land use and the maintenance of records on all land transactions entered into by and on behalf of the University
• The provision of valuation services
• The management, control and disposal of waste
• The provision of fumigation and other pest control services

Qualification Required & Experience

• Hold a minimum of a Master's degree in Built Environment or a related field, PLUS a relevant professional qualification
• Have served as Deputy Director of works and Physical Development in a university or in a comparable role within a similar institution for at least 6 years
• Be proficient in the use of relevant computer applications

Terms of Appointment

The Director of Works and Physical Development shall hold office for 4 years on first appointment and may, on application, be re-appointed for a further term of up to 4 years only, provided that no part of the second term enters the compulsory retirement age

The terms and conditions of the appointment shall be determined by the Governing Council of the University in accordance with the Technical Universities Act 2016, Act 922 (as amended), and the Statutes of Kumasi Technical University

The salary and Conditions of Service attached to this position are very attractive

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

• Applicants are to submit 8 copes of their application letter attached to their curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of 3 referees, as well as short statement of not more than 4 pages (Times New Roman size 12 and 1.5cm-line spacing) outlining their vision and strategies for implementation
• Applications must be hand-delivery in a sealed envelope to the Registrar or sent by registered mail to the address below:

The Chairman
Search Committee for Director of Works and Physical Development
c/o Office of the Registrar
Kumasi Technical University
P.O.Box 854,
Kumasi - Ghana

Closing Date: 15 January, 2026