Posts Tagged ‘Building and Construction Jobs in Ghana’

Job Vacancy For Operations Supervisor

Posted on: February 6th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

A leading international Marketing Communications Group is in search of an Operations Supervisor to coordinate activities of the company’s various technical operations to meet set targets.

Main Duties:

•   Plan execution of work orders from the Client Service Team to meet timelines
•   Prioritize tasks and projects within the Department for full utilization of both human and material resources
•   Control operations expenditure and identify opportunities for cost reduction
•   Interface with Department Heads and other Sectional Leaders to ensure smooth flow of work
•   Ability to adhere to technical standards (accuracy and quality) and eliminate sub-standard work
•   Plan and adhere to periodic out-of-home Advertising maintenance schedules for both billboard structures and equipment
•   Ensure strict adherence to occupational safety, health & environment (OSHE) policies of the company

Qualification Required & Experience

•   HND or a University Degree in civil, mechanical, structural engineering or any of these related fields
•   At least 3 years experience from a construction, engineering or production / manufacturing company
•   Analytical and eye for details
•   Proficiency in oral and written communication is key
•   Good interpersonal skills
•   Candidates with prior experience developing and/or implementing worker health & safety protocols in line with international best-practice will have distinct advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply: Please submit CV to:-

operationssupervisor10@gmail.com

Closing Date: 13 February, 2015

Job Vacancy For Civil Engineer/Building Technologist At Intermerc Ghana

Posted on: February 5th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Intermerc Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

Intermerc Ghana seeks the services of Civil Engineer/Building Technologist

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree A driver’s license
•   A minimum of 7 working years in the field of construction and demolition works
•   Software skills – AUTOCAD etc.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send CVs to:-

info@intermercgh.com

Closing Date: 18 February, 2015

Job Vacancy For Senior Office / Estates Unit

Posted on: January 21st, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

Applications are invited from suitable qualified Ghanaians for the following vacant position:- Senior Office / Estates Unit

Job Purpose

•   Responsible for the maintenance of the commissions infrastructure, equipment and furniture

Working Environment: Office based with occasional travel to the Districts and other locations and on call 7 days a week

Duties

•   Advise management on estate works and projects
•   Advise management on general land policy
•   Ensure a clean and habitable office environment
•   Submit progress report on ongoing projects
•   Ensure repairs and maintenance of buildings, offices, furniture and household equipment / appliances
•   Maintain an inventory of movable and immovable assets
•   Initiate contracts and maintain contract register of all projects
•   Maintain a register of all contractors and pre-qualified consultants
•   Vet external valuation
•   Develop a policy for managing service providers
•   Submit quarterly reports of the Unit
•   Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time-to-time by the superior

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First degree in Construction Technology & Management, Civil Engineering or Building Technology or equivalent professional qualification with 6 years post qualification working experience in a relevant field

Skills / Competencies

•   Very good interpersonal relationship
•   Ability to work under pressure and with minimum supervision
•   Team player
•   Demonstrable leadership ability
•   Computer literacy skills
•   Willingness to travel at short notice

Attributes

•   High integrity and confidentiality
•   Must be self-disciplined and self-motivated

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested qualified applicants may apply with detailed curriculum vitae and copies of relevant certificates to:-

P.O.Box M 248,
Accra

Closing Date: 02 February, 2015

Job Vacancy For Head of Roofing Estimation (Tema)

Posted on: January 19th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

A rapidly growing manufacturing company located in Tema, comprising of kitchenware and roofing products subsidiaries, is looking for highly experienced and motivated people to Plan, Direct and Control the divisional activities.

Basic Responsibilities

•   Overseeing the work of the estimators of the company
•   Must be able to do extractions and calculate material quantities
•   Overseeing measurement taking, especially long distance jobs
•   Inspect and present report on projects undertaken by the company on weekly basis
•   Shall be in charge of training new estimators
•   Any other duty may be assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have an HND or degree in Building Technology
•   A minimum of five(5) years working experience in the roofing industry, including a supervisory role
•   Must be computer literate
•   A professional degree in Marketing will be an added advantage

Requirement

•   Ability to plan, prioritize work effectively, be responsive to schedules and work well under pressure
•   Must be proactive and be willing to take initiative
•   Ability to work with and lead teams
•   Must have verifiable references

Age Requirement

•   Must be 35 years or above

Location: Tema

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants must submit application letter together with curriculum vitae with two(2) references and copies of relevant certificates to the address below:-

The General Manager,
P.O.Box CO 1817,
Tema

OR

vacancyforyou2015@gmail.com

Closing Date: 26 January, 2015

Job Vacancy For Housing Clerk At American Embassy

Posted on: January 15th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{American Embassy,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana is seeking an individual for the position of a Housing Clerk in the General Service Office (GSO) of the Embassy.

Position Number: A52604

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

•   Incumbent assists the Housing Supervisor in the location of suitable short-term lease residential properties for Mission employees.
•   Incumbent coordinates landlord repairs as requested by Facilities Maintenance Manager (FMM) during make ready renewal of leases and general routine maintenance schedules. S/he keeps housing list, housing view spread sheet and RPA systems up to date and update utilities log with current occupant information.
•   S/he prepares upcoming vacant houses list and other materials for Housing Board meetings and keeps records.
•   Prepares landlord letter to accompany rent check and co-ordinates rent deductions with FMM and Financial
•   Management Officer (FMO) and also assists with in any other areas of GSO as needed.
•   Incumbent arranges for properties to be reviewed by the GSO, RSO and FMM for approval. Notifies landlord of lease renewal in advance and prepare the lease document for signing. Maintains office files to incorporate all correspondences relating to leases, maintenance and landlord responsibilities.

Qualification Required & Experience

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

•   Completion of High School Diploma (Secondary school) required.
•   Five to seven years’ experience with renting residential properties required.
•   Level IV (good working knowledge) in English is required. Job holder will be able to read and understand including the ability to translate. On occasion, the job holder may need to act as an interpreter in English. Language proficiency will be tested.
•   Good knowledge of local housing markets, residential area and role and real estate agents. Must know his/her way around Accra; and must be able to provide pertinent advice on properties.
•   Ability to work under little or no supervision and to display initiative and resourcefulness in the performance of duties. Must be proficient in the following computer programs: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and be able to download from the computer. Computer skills will be tested.

SELECTION PROCESS

When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA

•   Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
•   Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
•   Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
•   Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold FMA appointment are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
•   Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

Salary: GH¢21,415.00 p.a. (Starting salary)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174): or
2. A combination of both: i.e. Section 1-24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information): plus
4. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form
DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veteran preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
6. A telephone number, post office box and/or e-mail address where we can contact you to schedule an interview.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

NOTE:

1. All applications must have the Position Number and Position Title identified.
2. All “Hard Copy”/printed applications must be submitted to the Mail Room at the
Chancery. Hard Copy Applications submitted through any other office will not be accepted. You may apply on-line using the email address.:-

AccraHRO@state.gov

This is the preferred means of applying for a position with the American Embassy.

3. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE FOR AN OPEN/ADVERTIZED POSITION. APPLICATIONS PREVIOUSLY CONSIDERED FOR A JOB WILL NOT BE HELD/CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE JOBS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, YOU MUST RE-APPLY.  

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom, Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra

POINT OF CONTACT:

Telephone: 0302-741000
Fax: 0302-741389
E-mail: AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 28 January, 2015

NOTE: ALL U.S. AND NON-GHANAIAN CITIZENS, WHO ARE NOT FAMILY MEMBERS OF USG EMPLOYEES OFFICIALLY ASSIGNED TO POST AND UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY, MUST ATTACH COPIES OF THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. NO RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE PROVIDED TO THE JOB LOCATION: ACCRA, GHANA. IF TRANSPORTATION TO ACCRA IS REQUIRED, IT WILL BE THE EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY.

Job Vacancy For Construction Site Foreman At Sabre Charitable Trust (Takoradi)

Posted on: January 15th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Sabre Charitable Trust,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

Main Role / Purpose

The Site Manager is responsible for running an efficient site to ensure project delivery. This involves all aspects of site management, including labour, health & safety, materials, stores and reporting. Close collaboration with the volunteer coordinator will be essential to schedule volunteer inputs on site.

Main Responsibilities

Key areas of responsibility are:

Site Management

•   Ensure that the project runs to schedule, and that the works carried out are to a satisfactory standard for sign off by the Building Projects Engineer.
•   Ensure that all statutory requirements (e.g. Municipal Assembly, EPA etc) are adhered to on site at all times.
•   Set daily work schedules with the site foreman.
•   Measure progress against project programmes, marking drop-lines on a monthly basis.
    
Health, Safety & Environment

•   Monitor the implementation of site health and safety procedures.
•   Complete incident reports for any HSE related incident on site.
•   Hold the weekly job site safety meeting and record it in the log book for future references.

Stores Management

•   Responsibility for the distribution, management and safe keeping of all materials and tools held on site.
•   Making sure employees have tools and equipment needed for the job in order to ensure a good output.
•   Completing a weekly stock take, identifying tools or equipment in need of repair or write off, to inform the weekly report and forecast.
•   Ensure the Procurement & Logistics Manager is provided with sufficient notice when plant and equipment are free to go to another site.

Reporting

•   Preparing a weekly report to cover: a) progress of works, and b) materials/tools received and used.
•   Preparing a weekly forecast of: a)materials/tools required, and b) schedule of impending works.

Quality Control

•   Prior to the commencement of site works, work with the Building Projects Manage to gain an understanding of the relevant project specifications and drawings.
•   On an ongoing basis, monitor all works against specifications to ensure the continuing quality and accuracy of work performed.
•   Work with the site foreman to rectify any defects, mistakes, errors, contamination or variations.

People Management

•   Make self-available as coach/mentor in assisting Site Foreman to develop in his position, and helping him as he learns new tasks.
•   Recruit the site team, and ensure that they are competent for the roles allocated to them.
•   Manage and discipline the site team, reporting any positive and negative issues to the Building Projects Manger.
•   Ensure all reasonable steps are taken in order to achieve industrial harmony within the site team at all times.
•   Supervise the activities of international volunteers on site, providing health and safety briefings before they commence

Qualification Required & Experience

•   5 years of experience working on a construction site, minium of 3 years as a Site Manager.
•   Construction site management experience
•   An interest in and understanding of sustainable building technologies
•   Demonstrable commitment to the aims and objectives of the SCT
•   Dynamic self starter, able to work to pre-defined targets on own initiative
•   Strong communication skills
•   Good organisational skills
•   Good prioritisation skills
•   Good report writing skills
•   Strong team player, but must have the ability to work independently

Location: Takoradi

How To Apply For The Job

All applicants should email Sabre Trust’s Project Manager, Mr. Lawrence Mensah, at:-

lawrence@sabretrust.org

Closing Date: 13  February, 2015

Job Vacancy For Civil Engineer

Posted on: January 12th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

A fast growing engineering company is seeking for qualified candidates to fill the under listed position:- Civil Engineer

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs to:-

metalinengineering@gmail.com

or call:-

0545-036711 / 0545-034811

Closing Date: 28 January, 2015

Job Vacancy For Civil Engineer At Regimanuel Concrete Products Limited

Posted on: January 6th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Regimanuel Concrete Products Limited,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

Regimanuel Concrete Products Limited requires Civil Engineer for immediate employment.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Educational Level – 1st Degree (Civil Engineering) minimum.
•   Experience: Six (6) years and above
•   Must be conversant with production and usage of Precast Concrete Products.
•   Must be a team player with leadership qualities.
•   Must be computer literate (Excel, internet concepts,  Auto Cad)

N.B: All applicants must be resident around the following areas: Mallam; Cbawe, Odor/tor, Dansoman, Kaneshie, Bubuiashie, Lapaz, Tetteh Quarshie, Nyamekye, Santa Maria, Pokuase, Awoshie, Anyaa and Ablekuma.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their applications, CVs and copies of all certificates to: Email:

hr@rcp.com.gh

or call:-

0277-762288 / 12

Closing Date: 30 January, 2015

Job Vacancy For Production Supervisor – Block Production Plant At Regimanuel Concrete Products Limited

Posted on: January 6th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Regimanuel Concrete Products Limited,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

Regimanuel Concrete Products Limited requires Production Supervisor – Block Production Plant for immediate employment.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must be an Industrial Mechanic or Electrician with experience of three (3) years and above.
•   Knowledge in automation systems is required.
•   Must be fluent in spoken and written English language.
•   Must be team player with supervisory/leadership skills.

N.B: All applicants must be resident around the following areas: Mallam; Cbawe, Odor/tor, Dansoman, Kaneshie, Bubuiashie, Lapaz, Tetteh Quarshie, Nyamekye, Santa Maria, Pokuase, Awoshie, Anyaa and Ablekuma.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their applications, CVs and copies of all certificates to: Email:

hr@rcp.com.gh

or call:-

0277-762288 / 12

Closing Date: 30 January, 2015

Job Vacancy For Development Manager

Posted on: January 5th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

A reputable Real Estate Services Company in Ghana requires the services of a Development Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Development Manager shall be responsible for the acquisition of land, initiation of development concepts and building of houses. The Development Manager shall assist the CEO to perform the following:-

•   Development of business plans for all proposed development
•   Carry out an analysis on the viability of projects
•   Responsible for the development of modern concepts for each project as demanded by the market
•   Lead the company in the search for suitable land for its developmental goals
•   Lead the selection of professionals and contractors for each project
•   Ensure accurate cost determination of each development
•   Liaise with the appropriate institution(s) to acquire permits and all necessary documentations required to commence development
•   Must be competent in product analysis and development, willing to learn and accept new ideas as well as collaborate with sales and marketing personnel to develop the best possible product development approach
•   Be responsible for the implementation of the development to ensure it meets the goals, objectives and expectation of stakeholders

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First degree in Land Economy, Planning, Quantity Surveying or Architectur from any reputable institution
•   A masters degree in Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Real Estates or related discipline
•   Project Management Professional Certification (PMP / Prince 2) will be an added advantage
•   Must have working experience in related field for at least 8 years
•   Must have in-depth knowledge of the real estate industry
•   Must be able to coordinate activities of contractors and service providers
•   Should be able to ensure strict compliance to time, cost and scope of any development
•   Must have knowledge in land/development documentation processes

Preferred Skills:

•   Must have good report writing skills
•   Must have good presentation skills
•   Must be time conscious
•   Must pay attention to details

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates must send their applications with a one page synopsis and CV via email to:-

featheredrose2@gmail.com

Closing Date: 15 January, 2015