GENERAL MANAGER

  • Contract

Company Description

Dorbe-Leit Consulting Limited is a consulting practice providing transformation human resource management based services.
We become involved with our clients in their transformation, providing services that are value-adding and measurable in their contribution to our clients’ success. Catapulting your business to success is our purpose.

Our client is a mid-size Construction and Engineering firm, looking for a professional General Manager to coordinate and oversee the organization's operations.

 

Job Description

This role is responsible for all the operational areas of the business. The specific duties of the Head of Operations will include formulating operational strategy, improving performance, overseeing the procurement of material and resources and securing compliance. He/ She will primarily oversee implementation of the company’s policy, processes and practices across the organization, including:

•         Human Resource Management        

•         Financial and Commercial Management

•         Corporate Governance

•         Continuous Improvement Accountabilities

•         Workplace Health and Safety             

•         Implementation and compliance with Organizational Policy and Procedures

The successful candidate will also be a key member of the Senior Management team and will act as the line Manager to the Finance Manager, Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor and the Procurement & Administration manager.

Responsibilities:

i.            Organize all operations efficiently and effectively and coach team leaders/ managers in their jobs

ii.            Oversee the Project Manager and ensure clients are satisfied and projects are delivered according to the highest quality, within time and budget.

iii.            Ensure all operations are carried on in an appropriate, cost-effective way

iv.            Improve operational management systems, processes and best practice

v.            Oversee procurement, storage and maintenance efficiency

vi.            Help the organization’s processes remain legally compliant

vii.            Implement strategic and operational objectives as directed by the Board of Directors

viii.            Examine financial data and use this to improve profitability

ix.            Ensure soundness of budgets and forecasts

x.            Perform quality controls and monitor operational staff KPIs

xi.            Oversee the recruiting, training and supervision of staff

Key Attributes:

 

Leadership

i.            Participate in the Management Team to achieve the company’s vision, purpose and strategic plan

ii.            Deputize for the CEO

iii.            Provide leadership, direction and supervision to staff

iv.            Ensure staff are fully informed of any operational or policy changes

v.            Analyze project and office activities and identify opportunities for improvement

vi.            Provide progress and annual reports to the board in accordance with the agreed tasks and requirements, in conjunction with the Management team

vii.            Work with Managers and the board to assess resourcing needs, and develop strategies to meet current and future needs

viii.            Co-ordinate administrative support requirements in the organization

ix.            Ensure Policy and Procedures manuals are up-to-date and complied with

x.            Identify risks in the organization and assist the Risk Audit and Compliance Manager to develop risk management strategies

xi.            Ensure the organization is compliant with relevant Workplace Health and Safety policies, procedures and codes of practice

 

Financial & Commercial Management

i.            Work hand in hand, guide and support the Finance Manager as needed

ii.            Ensure bids are submitted on time in accordance with customer requirements and internal rules/procedures

iii.            Overall manage the tendering process from advert/ inquiry receipt to submission. Assign roles appropriately and ensure 100% compliance on bid submission

iv.            Contribute to bidding process improvement strategies in an attempt to drive efficiencies

 

Human Resources Management

i.            Support Managers/supervisors with periodic Staff Reviews

ii.            Develop Training Plans for staff

iii.            Review organizational structures and JD’s as required to meet organizational needs and as guided by the board

iv.            Recruit staff and co-ordinate induction of new staff

v.            Ensure staff records are maintained in a secure environment

 

Quality and Continuous Improvement

Maintain continuous improvement in both technical and policy implementation processes, identifying areas for improvement and proactively working towards changes

 

Corporate Governance

i.            Provide written reports to the board on progress against the operational plan

ii.            Provide advice to the board on legislative requirements relating to registration with regulatory authorities and Industrial Relations

 

Key Performance Indicators

a.       Projects are delivered in time, within cost budgets and to customer satisfaction

b.       Business process, systems and planning innovation/ improvement

c.       Compliance with all technical, financial and compliance requirements

d.       Bidding strategy improvement including submission on time with 100% compliance

e.       Training is provided, and on-going review implemented

f.        Reporting requirements for projects are implemented within required timeframes

g.       Human resources strategies are implemented to ensure the required resources and skills are in place and performers retained

h.       Teamwork and cohesion enhancement

 

Soft Skills:

i.         The candidate should be ready to mentor his/her team members, find ways to ensure quality of service as well as satisfactory customer service while implementing best practice across all levels. He/ She will help the Company remain compliant, efficient and profitable during the course of business.

 

 

Qualifications

i.            Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related technical field

ii.            Proven work experience as General Manager or Organizational Head or similar leadership role

iii.            Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and Operations Management

iv.            Experience budgeting and forecasting

v.            Familiarity with business and financial principles

vi.            Excellent communication skills

vii.            Leadership ability

viii.           Outstanding organizational skills

Additional Information

Minimum Requirement

·         Degree in Business Management or a Masters in Business Administration.

·         5 years’ minimum experience in the relevant field.

·         Good knowledge of different business functions.

·         Strong leadership qualities.

·         Excellent communication skills.

·         Highly organized.

·         Strong work ethic.

·         Good interpersonal skills.

·         Meticulous attention to detail.

·         Computer and technology  literate.

·         Proactive nature.

·         Great analytical skills.

·         Strong fundamental moral values.

Please make your application through our website www.dorbe-leit.co.ke before the closing of business 14th November 2020

Only successful candidates will be contacted.