Job Identification

• Job Title: Construction Manager
• Department/Team: Construction
• Reports To: CEO/Chairman
• Indirect Report To:
• Location: Project Sites(Uganda)
• Date of Creation/Revision: October 2025

3.3.2 Job Purpose & Overall Contribution
Overall Job Purpose:To ensure their is efficient, timely and high quality execution of all construction
projects undertaken by SAIF Properties. The Construction Manager is responsible for coordinating and
supervising on-site activities ensuring seamless communication and collaboration between consultants,
contractors and internal teams. The role focuses on achieving project objectives within budget and schedule
constraints maintaining compliance with design specifications, safety standards and regulatory requirements
and ensuring cost effective and quality driven material selection and construction methodologies.
3.3.3 Key Result Areas (KRAs)
Key Result Areas define the critical outcomes for which this role is accountable, contributing directly to
the overall success of SAIF Properties' construction projects.

• Project Execution & Compliance: Ensuring projects are implemented according to plans,

specifications and consultant instructions.

• Quality & Cost Optimisation: Achieving high-quality construction while ensuring cost-

effectiveness in material selection and project execution by developing master schedule and cost

plan.

• Stakeholder Coordination & Communication: Facilitating effective communication and

collaboration between all project stakeholders (consultants, clients, contractors, suppliers, site
team, Construction Manager).

• Supplier & Material Management: Overseeing the selection, analysis and management of

construction suppliers and materials.

• Project Planning & Reporting to the Project Manager: Contributing to project planning and

providing accurate, timely reports on project progress.

• Directs and Coordinates constructions activities on site.
• Supervises subcontractors and site supervisors.
• Ensure Health and Safety Compliance on site.
• Manage construction Schedule (daily, weekly and monthly targets).

3.3.4 Key Responsibilities and Duties
This role involves major responsibilities and duties, prioritised by importance or frequency, starting with
action verbs.

• Site Direction & Coordination

o Direct and coordinate all on-site construction activities to ensure efficient execution of
project works.
o Oversee daily site operations and ensure tasks are prioritised according to project goals
and schedules.

• Planning & Strategy:

o Prepare monthly project plans and assess their implementation.
o Plan ahead of time for project activities and resource needs.

Material & Supplier Management:

o Advise on the selection of construction suppliers and materials, focusing on cost-
effectiveness and quality.

o Analyse supplier quotations and technical proposals to recommend optimal choices.
o Confirm and follow up on the progress of weekly materials on site, ensuring suppliers and
subcontractors are performing work as per the agreement.

• Quality Control & Assurance:

o Ensure adherence to programmed material usage and overall quality control.
o Conduct design checks and calculations to ensure accuracy and structural integrity. Ensure
compliance with consultant instructions and approved drawings throughout the project
lifecycle.

• Reporting & Documentation:

o Prepare monthly reports in conjunction with the site team, evaluating progress and
assessing implementation.
o Create and maintain organised folders for all project documentation.

• Problem Solving & Technical Support:

o Solve construction technicalities and address challenges that arise during project
execution.
o Explain project processes to clients and address their concerns.

• Site Direction & Coordination

o Direct and coordinate all on-site construction activities to ensure efficient execution of
project works.
o Oversee daily site operations and ensure tasks are prioritised according to project goals
and schedules.

• Supervision & Workforce Management

o Supervise subcontractors, site supervisors and on-site personnel to ensure accountability
and performance.
o Conduct regular coordination meetings, review progress and implement necessary
corrective measures.
o Foster teamwork, motivation and a positive work culture among site staff.

• Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

o Ensure full compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations on-site.
o Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments and toolbox talks to promote a safe and
compliant work environment.
o Take immediate corrective action on any unsafe conditions or practices.

• Construction Scheduling & Progress Tracking

o Develop, manage, and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly construction schedules to
achieve milestones and deliverables.
o Coordinate with project planners to update and adjust schedules as needed.
o Identify potential delays or risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project
timelines.

3.3.5 Typical Tasks
This section describes the typical daily, weekly, and monthly tasks and activities associated with this role.

• Daily: Meeting with suppliers to analyse quotations and inspect proposed materials; visiting sites

to ensure adherence to programmed material usage and quality control.

• Weekly: Confirming and following up on weekly material progress on site; ensuring suppliers and

subcontractors are performing work as per the agreement.

• Monthly: Preparing monthly reports in conjunction with the site team; evaluating progress;

preparing monthly plans and assessing their implementation.

• As Needed: Implementing consultant instructions cost-effectively and in conformity with drawing

specifications; ensuring work-based payments are processed.
3.3.6 Complex/Challenging Aspects
This section describes the most complex or challenging aspects or problems regularly faced in this job.

• Managing variations in construction works and adapting to consultant delays or changes in

drawings.

• Ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining high quality in material selection and construction.
• Coordinating diverse teams (site, consultants, contractors) and managing potential conflicts or

miscommunications.
3.3.7 Key Decisions
This section lists the most important decisions the job holder is authorised to make independently in this
role.

• Implementing consultant instructions cost-effectively and in conformity with drawing

specifications.

• Ensuring work-based payments are processed based on confirmed progress.
• Making decisions regarding the selection of construction suppliers and materials based on analysis.

3.3.8 Performance Metrics (Key Performance Indicators - KPIs)
These metrics measure the success and effectiveness of the role in achieving the defined Key Result Areas.

• For Project Execution & Compliance:

o Project Schedule Adherence: Percentage of project milestones completed according to
schedule (Target: 90%).
o Compliance Rate: Percentage of work conforming to consultant instructions and drawing
specifications (Target: 98%).

• For Quality & Cost Optimisation:

o Budget Compliance: Percentage of project budget adherence (Target: within 5% variance).
o Cost Savings Achieved: Value of savings achieved through supplier negotiation and
material selection.
o Quality Control Pass Rate: Percentage of construction works passing quality inspections
(Target: 95%).

• For Stakeholder Coordination & Communication:

o Consultant & Contractor Performance: Evaluation of consultant and contractor
adherence to agreements and timelines (Target: > 85%).

• For Supplier & Material Management:

o Supplier Performance: Evaluation of supplier delivery and quality performance (Target: >
90%).

• For Project Planning & Reporting:

o Report Timeliness & Accuracy: Consistency and promptness of submitted monthly
reports (Target: 100% on-time, 95% accuracy).
Technical Skills

• Accuracy & Attention to Detail: Checks all critical design details and interprets them accurately.
• Numerical & Computational Skills: Performs design checks using calculations.
• Data Analysis & Statistical Interpretation: Analyses supplier quotations for cost-effectiveness.
• Budgeting & Financial Planning: Selects and plans construction work according to the budget.
• Record Keeping & Documentation: Creates and maintains organised folders for all project work.
• Report Writing & Presentation: Reviews site team reports and prepares comprehensive monthly

reports.

• Software Proficiency: Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and other professional engineering software.

3.3.9.2 Interpersonal Skills

• Leadership & People Management: Coordinates the site team and consultant team effectively.
• Effective Communication (written & verbal): Writes emails and reports clearly; communicates

verbally with site and consultant teams.

• Training & Development: Mentors the site team.
• Team Building & Group Dynamics: Works effectively as part of a team.
• Customer Service/Stakeholder Management: Explains project processes to clients.

3.3.9.3 Conceptual & Strategic Skills

• Strategic Planning & Objective Setting: Plans project activities ahead of time.
• Organisational Design & Structure Understanding: Ensures communication protocols are followed

and instructions are adhered to.

• Monitoring & Evaluation: Confirms that all suppliers have completed work as per the agreement.
• Innovation & Problem Solving: Solves construction technicalities and unforeseen challenges.

3.3.10 Knowledge Required for the Job

• Formal Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Certifications: Registered with the Engineers Board of Uganda(EBU).
• Specific Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of design details, construction processes and

relevant industry regulations.

• Software/System Proficiency: Expert proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and other professional

engineering and project management software.

• Legal/Regulatory Frameworks: Strong understanding of Uganda Labour Laws, Health & Safety

Regulations and building codes.

• Other Essential Knowledge: Project management principles, contract management and quality

assurance standards.
3.3.11 Responsibility Level
This section describes the level of responsibility in the following areas:

• People Management: Ultimate (Supervising and coordinating site and consultant teams,

mentoring).

• Financial Resources: Significant (Involved in budget planning and cost-effective material selection).
• Equipment & Assets: Significant (Ensuring proper use and care of project equipment and assets).
• Confidential Information: Ultimate (Handling sensitive design details, project costs, and strategic

plans).

• Data/Information Accuracy: Ultimate (Ensuring the correctness of all reports, calculations, and

project documentation).

• Health & Safety: Ultimate (Adhering to and enforcing safety protocols, ensuring a safe work

environment on site).

• Client/Customer Satisfaction: Significant (Ensuring project quality and addressing client concerns

indirectly).

Experience & Complexity

• Minimum Years of Experience: 5 years of relevant engineering experience in construction.

Complexity Factors

• Variety of Tasks: High variety of duties, including design checks, supplier management, site

supervision, coordination, and reporting, often involving multiple projects concurrently.

• Problem-Solving: Extremely complex; involves solving intricate construction technicalities, design

variations, and managing delays from consultants or contractors, requiring extensive analysis and
innovative solutions.

• Decision-Making: Extremely complex; decisions have a broad scope and significant impact on

project timelines, budget, quality, and safety, requiring expert judgment.

• Impact of Decisions: Very high impact; errors or poor decisions can lead to major project delays,

significant cost overruns, structural failures, safety hazards, and severe reputational damage.
3.3.13 Effort & Work Conditions
3.3.13.1 Effort Type

• Mental Effort: High concentration, extensive analytical thinking for design and problem-solving,

strategic planning, multi-tasking across various project aspects, and dealing with high levels of
pressure and stress due to project complexities and deadlines.

• Physical Effort: Significant physical effort, involving frequent site visits, standing for extended

periods, walking across uneven terrain, and potentially some light lifting or manual dexterity for
inspections.
3.3.13.2 Work Conditions

• Job Hazards: Moderate exposure to construction site hazards, including noise, dust, potential for

falling objects, and working near heavy machinery.

• Monotony/Tediousness: Low, as tasks are highly varied and require continuous problem-solving

and adaptation to changing project conditions.

• Time Pressure/Deadlines: Extremely high; frequent tight deadlines and urgent demands to ensure

project milestones are met, requiring efficient time management and prioritisation.

• Physical Environment: A dynamic combination of office environment for design and reporting,

and outdoor construction sites exposed to varying weather conditions.

• Travel Requirements: Moderate local travel to various project sites.

3.3.14 Relationships & Collaboration
This section describes the nature of interactions with internal and external contacts relevant to this job.
3.3.14.1 Internal Interactions

• Supervisor(s): Advises the Chairman/CEO, reports on project status and seeks strategic guidance.
• Peers/Team Members: Collaborates closely with the site team on daily tasks, shares information

and assists in problem-solving.

• Other Departments: Interacts with various departments (e.g., procurement, finance) for project

coordination and resource management.

• Subordinates (if applicable): Supervises and mentors junior engineers or site personnel, delegating

tasks and managing performance.
3.3.14.2 External Interactions

• Clients/Customers: Advises clients on product/service capabilities, problem-solves, and informs

them on project progress.

• Vendors/Suppliers: Negotiates and manages supplier agreements, monitors service delivery, and

resolves issues.

• Regulatory Bodies: Interacts to ensure compliance with relevant building codes and safety

regulations.

• Professional Contacts: Engages in networking, industry insights, and professional associations.
• General Public: Limited direct interaction, primarily ensuring site safety and minimising disruption.

3.3.15 Training & Development Opportunities

• Training Needs: Advanced project management certifications (e.g., PMP), specialised engineering

software training, leadership and negotiation skills, and continuous professional development in
new construction technologies and materials.

• Career Development Goals (Short-term & Long-term):

o Short-term: Completing current projects timely and effectively; gaining deeper expertise
in specific engineering disciplines.
o Long-term: Progressing to a senior engineering or project management role, putting SAIF
Properties as one of the top real estate companies in East Africa.

• Role Evolution: Expected to evolve into a top-tier manager leading larger and more complex

projects and contributing significantly to the strategic growth and reputation of SAIF Properties
in East Africa.
3.3.16 Additional Information

• This role demands a high level of technical expertise, strong leadership and exceptional problem-

solving abilities to navigate the complexities of large-scale construction projects.

• The ability to manage manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project requirements is crucial for

success.