Project Manager – Buildings, Property & Development

National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of Tanzania•Construction, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Full-timeOnsiteNegotiableCloses Sep 15

Official job description

The National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Tanzania is seeking a qualified Project Manager – Buildings, Property & Development to coordinate and oversee its building, construction, property and development projects.

Based in Dar es Salaam, this is a full-time hybrid role combining office-based responsibilities such as architectural drawings, project planning and documentation with regular field visits to construction sites, properties, land and buildings.

The successful candidate will manage projects from planning through completion while coordinating contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, suppliers and government authorities. The role also includes handling matters related to land documentation, surveying, title deeds, building permits and statutory approvals.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate and monitor building and property development projects from commencement through completion.
Prepare and interpret architectural drawings, building plans, layouts and technical designs.
Supervise construction, renovation and maintenance works.
Ensure construction quality and proper use of materials.
Ensure works comply with approved plans and technical specifications.
Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, consultants and suppliers.
Prepare project schedules and work plans.
Prepare budgets, estimates, scopes of work and technical specifications.
Monitor project progress, expenditure and timelines.
Monitor contractor performance and quality of work.
Identify and report project delays, challenges and cost overruns.
Conduct regular construction and property site visits.
Provide technical and project-management guidance during project implementation.
Follow up on land surveying and boundary verification.
Coordinate property valuations where required.
Follow up on title deeds, certificates and other property documentation.
Liaise with land offices, municipal authorities, surveyors, planners and other relevant government bodies.
Follow up on building permits, planning approvals and construction approvals.
Assist with identifying and evaluating contractors, consultants and suppliers.
Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
Maintain accurate records of drawings, contracts, approvals, reports, photographs and certificates.
Prepare regular project progress reports for management and relevant committees.
Maintain updated records of organizational properties and ongoing projects.
Identify project risks and recommend practical solutions.
Travel to project and property locations in different parts of Tanzania when required.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in one of the following or a related field, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Project Management
At least 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.
Practical experience in construction, architectural design, property development or project management.
Experience in architectural drawing and building design.
Practical construction-supervision experience.
Experience coordinating projects and managing contractors.
Good understanding of land surveying and property documentation.
Knowledge of building approvals and relevant government procedures in Tanzania.
Ability to read and prepare technical and architectural drawings.
Proficiency in AutoCAD or related design software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong project planning and coordination skills.
Good budgeting and cost-monitoring skills.
Strong reporting and documentation skills.
Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities.
Good command of English and Kiswahili.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
High level of integrity and responsibility.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Willingness and ability to travel to different parts of Tanzania when required.

Required skills & tools

Project ManagementConstruction ManagementArchitectural DrawingBuilding DesignConstruction SupervisionProperty DevelopmentAutoCADCivil EngineeringContractor ManagementProject PlanningBudgeting & Cost ControlQuantity EstimationLand & Property DocumentationLand SurveyingBuilding Permits & ApprovalsTechnical DrawingsSite SupervisionProject ReportingRisk ManagementMicrosoft OfficeStakeholder CoordinationEnglishKiswahili

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About the Employer

National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of Tanzania

Religious Institutions

The National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Tanzania is the elected administrative body overseeing the affairs of the Bahá’í Faith in the country. Since its establishment in 1964, it has guided a community that now spans nearly 3,000 localities and over 150 Local Spiritual Assemblies. The organization focuses on the spiritual and material transformation of society through core activities such as devotional gatherings, children’s moral education classes, and junior youth empowerment programs. It also manages significant social and economic initiatives, most notably the Ruaha Secondary School in Iringa, which promotes the education of girls and integrates moral leadership into its curriculum. Guided by principles of unity, gender equality, and the elimination of prejudice, the Assembly collaborates with various faith and social groups to build a more just and peaceful society.

HeadquartersDar es Salaam, Tanzania