South-West Regional Health Authority (SWRHA)
San Fernando
Job Description
The Project Manager prepares the annual portfolio of projects, monitors, controls and reports on project performance.<div><br></div><div>The Officer works closely with Executive Management to ensure that the scope and direction of each project is schedule and acts as a liaison between the Authority, the contractors and other stakeholders throughout the lifespan of the project. The Project Manager may provide technical expertise in a professional field such as architecture, electrical, mechanical engineering, or construction management.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>The Authority reserves the right to assign the officer to any Facility under its management.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<p>Selects and prepares a portfolio of projects to enable the implementation of the Authoritys strategic and annual business plans. </p><p>Ensures that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.</p><ul></ul><p></p><p>Develops project requirements, develops project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.&nbsp;</p><ul></ul><p></p><p>Prepares business cases, project charters, and budget estimates and performs risk assessments to minimize project risks.</p><p>Liaises with Technical Heads, Finance Personnel and Ministry of Health to gain budget approvals.&nbsp;</p><p>Liaises with Technical Heads and Project Leads to ensure proper project management plans are developed.&nbsp;</p><p>Represents SWRHAs interest in negotiating and resolving contractors claims as part of effective contracts administration.&nbsp;</p><p>Ensures compliance with approved scope of works, codes, regulations and requested standards.</p><p>Prepares in-house estimates, evaluates contractor bids and submit recommendations.</p><p>Ensures the outputs of projects are effectively transitioned into the Authoritys operational functions.&nbsp;</p><p>Coordinates personnel, budgets and other resources to effectively meet the Authoritys need.</p><p>Assists in managing the interface between consultants and contractors to ensure that designs meet the needs of the South-West Regional Health Authority and its health care providers.&nbsp;</p><p>Performs any other assigned relevant tasks.&nbsp;</p><p>Must have knowledge of design, construction and the project management process.&nbsp;</p><p>Must have skills in management, budgeting and analysis, leadership and time management.&nbsp;</p><p>Must be able to make design modifications when reviewing proposals and plans.&nbsp;</p>
Key Competencies
<p>A Degree in Civil Engineering or a related degree in Construction Management or equivalent.</p><ul></ul><p></p><p>A Project Management Certificate (PMP).</p><p>MSc in Engineering/Construction or Project Management would be an asset.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Quantity Surveying Certification will be an asset.</p><p>At least eight (8) years experience in an engineering or construction environment managing projects of which five (5) must be at a senior level.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p>