Projects Manager – Chobe Holdings Limited 725 views

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The Chobe Holdings Group has two safari tourism brands in its portfolio, Desert and Delta Safaris (DDS) and Ker & Downey Botswana (KDB). Chobe Holdings is looking to develop its project management capabilities so it can execute new camp builds, camp refurbishments, camp maintenance and other ad hoc projects in house. Chobe Holdings is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person to lead the projects team. The project team will support DDS and KDB operations and the Projects Manager will work closely with and report to the General Managers and Managing Directors of DDS and KDB.

A summary of the key roles and responsibilities of this position include:

• Working with the DDS and KDB operations teams to develop a clear and achievable project pipeline.
• Leading the project planning process including budgeting and establishing objectives and timelines.
• Sourcing and procuring materials required for each project, ensuring the right price and quality is obtained.
• Planning and organizing all project related logistics.
• Co-ordinating involvement of architects and designers as required.
• Developing and leading the in-house projects team and ensuring it is adequately staffed and skilled.
• Developing a pool of quality, reliable sub-contractors and contracting them onto projects as required.
• Managing the day-to-day execution of each project, ensuring that they are delivered on time, on budget and to the required standard.
• Ensuring strict compliance to environmental standards for all projects.
• Regular reporting to the operations team on project status.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Formal qualification in Project Management or related course.
• A minimum of 5years experience in similar capacity
• Technical building knowledge with experience using timber and canvas as base materials.
• Working technical knowledge of infrastructure such a solar plant, sewage treatment plants, electrics, and plumbing.
• Well versed in the MS-Office