Project Development Manager

Principle Accountabilities

Project Planning and Strategy:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and budget allocation.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize potential disruptions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and align project objectives with organizational goals.

Project Execution and Monitoring:

• Lead project teams and allocate resources effectively to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Monitor project progress regularly and implement adjustments to plans as necessary.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budget constraints, and quality standards.
• Communicate project status updates to stakeholders and escalate issues when required.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Provide guidance, direction, and support to project team members, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment.
• Facilitate team meetings, encourage open communication, and resolve conflicts as they arise.
• Mentor team members, promoting their professional growth and development.

Stakeholder Management:

• Manage stakeholder expectations by providing regular updates on project progress and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
• Solicit feedback from stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Ethical considerations; adhere to high ethical standards and full compliance to regulations, and contract
• Knowledge and experience in the utilization of Project Management tools and methodologies
• Strategic orientation and business acumen.
• Networking and building partnerships.
• Results orientation.
• Stakeholder influencer with great negotiation skills
• Ability to solve complex problems with the ability to succeed in a deadline-driven environment

Education and experience:

• Bachelor degree in business or built environment-related fields- Building and Construction, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Survey, Real Estate Management, Land Economics
• Project Management Professional (PMP), (Prince 2) or equivalent certification is mandatory
• Minimum 5 - year experience in project management
• Managed projects valued at Kes. 5 Billion in the last 3 years
• Leadership experience of at least 3 years