Director of Construction Services

Location: Kigali, Rwanda | Deadline for Applications: October 25, 2019

Bridges to Prosperity (B2P) is an international non-governmental organization that specializes in the design and construction of pedestrian footbridges. We are seeking a motivated, dynamic and highly capable Director of Construction Services to oversee operational services, spanning all of B2P’s global programs.

The Director builds and manages the strategic objectives and drives the development of core processes for the Engineering, Procurement, Talent & Training, and Safety Departments. The Director is responsible for supporting Department level Managers/Directors in developing efficient and effective systems and ensuring all country programs are adequately trained and supported in becoming compliant with these processes.

This role requires a highly strategic yet highly systems oriented mindset, driving the organization to successfully prepare for both our current operational obligations and significant growth over the next several years.

Responsibilities

Manage Engineering, Procurement, Talent & Training, and Safety department leads, inclusive of surveying, scheduling, bridge design, QA/QC, estimating, supply chain management, talent development, local human resource management, safety policies and procedures
Work with the Head of Enterprise Risk to oversee all local government contract management
Drive construction services strategic objective setting and planning
Drive strategic decisions for the Construction Services department in B2P’s growth and expansion strategy
Assist department leads with development and roll out of processes across all program countries
Oversee construction services operational budgets and support department leads to build in cost-reduction strategies into their programmatic designs and processes without compromising quality or safety standards
Ensure all program countries are meeting quality and safety standards
Oversee training programs and ensure consistency across program countries
Perform cost benefit analyses to understand potential reduction of risks and areas of growth in efficiency
Work with Systems and Analytics Department to implement user friendly tools for management of services
Work with Business Development Department to identify and pursue business leads related to construction services
Establish knowledge management procedures to ensure transfer of knowledge across departments, country programs and time

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or relevant field from an accredited institution
Graduate degree or professional certification in relevant field preferred
Minimum of eight years of experience in operations roles, preferably with international and cross-cultural aspects
Minimum of five years of leadership experience
Minimum of five years in the construction industry or equivalent
Professional engineering certification preferred
Strategic thinker who is able to work independently
Strong understanding and track record with construction system concepts and procedures
Stellar communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
Ability to read and understand Construction Design documents and specifications
Ability to perform construction cost estimates and quantity surveys
Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant scheduling and estimating programs
Advanced analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work harmoniously in culturally diverse settings

Location

The position is based in Kigali, Rwanda and requires frequent travel to rural locations as well as travel to other program countries.

Sound like you? Tell us a bit more about yourself below by 10/25/19 by submitting a personalized cover letter and resume in a single combined PDF.