Structural Draftsperson job at National Housing and Construction Company Limited

Background

National Housing and Construction Company Limited is Uganda’s Leading Real Estate Developer with over sixty (60) years of experience in developing, building and managing housing Estates for sell or let at Economic rates. The Company, has strategically placed itself as the lead National Construction Company with establishments at Regional level to reflect the National character and focus on realization of the National Strategic development goals and strategies of the country.

The Company, now seeks to recruit competent persons with high levels of Integrity, dedication and commitment, geared towards driving the Company generated business, both in the short and long term. The staff will work as part of an exciting team with a vision of becoming better professionals and execute the Company’s mandate.

Responsibilities

• Working Drawings: Prepares working drawings from the Structural sketches and produces detailed drawings to be used in project plans
• Site Inspection: Carry out site inspection and assist Foremen and Masons with interpretation of the Structural drawings.
• Custodial roles: Ensures all related documentation (structural Working Drawings) are effectively kept under lock and key.
• Consultations: Consults the Structural Engineer on the day-to-day basis in execution of his/her duties to ensure production of appropriate, complete and accurate building plans.
• Compliance: Performs all duty roles within the internal operating standards of National Housing and Construction Company and professional ethics of structural draft persons.
• Reporting: Provides timely and accurate reports related to the preparation of working drawings and any other as may be required by supervisor and Management.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of Diploma in Draftsmanship, or a closely related and relevant discipline,
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University/Institution would be an added advantage.
• Full and valid membership of a nationally, or internationally recognized professional body, is desirable.
• Specialized training, with appropriate qualifications in Project Planning and Management, shall be an added advantage.
• Additional qualifications in Business Management, from a recognized institution, shall be an added advantage.
• A minimum of two (2) years working experience as a Draftsperson, or in a similar position, in a large and reputable Construction, or Civil Works Company, or reputable Consultancy firm.
• Experience in working with public, or private sector organizations involved in housing-related projects, or programs, shall also be an added advantage.
• Proven knowledge and skills in application of Architectural / Structural design-related Software and MS Office Packages (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint), are essential.

Behavioral and Technical Competences

• A good understanding of the building industry.
• Proven knowledge and skills in application of Architectural/Structural design-related Software and MS Office Packages (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint), are essential.
• Proven good presentation and reporting abilities
• Knowledge of Project management as well as NHCC product & service offering is essential.
• Proven negotiation and communication skills.
• Results-oriented, business-focused and pays attention to details.
• Coordination and networking skills.
• Cost consciousness and proven ability to pursue value for money.
• Analytical and judgmental skills, as well as a high degree of accuracy.
• Interpersonal and human relations skills, as well as a team-player.
• Maturity, high ethics and integrity.
• A confident, flexible, articulate and reliable personality.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines, for long hours and to deliver high quality outputs with minimal supervision.

• Working Drawings: Prepares working drawings from the Structural sketches and produces detailed drawings to be used in project plans
• Site Inspection: Carry out site inspection and assist Foremen and Masons with interpretation of the Structural drawings.
• Custodial roles: Ensures all related documentation (structural Working Drawings) are effectively kept under lock and key.
• Consultations: Consults the Structural Engineer on the day-to-day basis in execution of his/her duties to ensure production of appropriate, complete and accurate building plans.
• Compliance: Performs all duty roles within the internal operating standards of National Housing and Construction Company and professional ethics of structural draft persons.
• Reporting: Provides timely and accurate reports related to the preparation of working drawings and any other as may be required by supervisor and Management.

• A good understanding of the building industry.
• Proven knowledge and skills in application of Architectural/Structural design-related Software and MS Office Packages (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint), are essential.
• Proven good presentation and reporting abilities
• Knowledge of Project management as well as NHCC product & service offering is essential.
• Proven negotiation and communication skills.
• Results-oriented, business-focused and pays attention to details.
• Coordination and networking skills.
• Cost consciousness and proven ability to pursue value for money.
• Analytical and judgmental skills, as well as a high degree of accuracy.
• Interpersonal and human relations skills, as well as a team-player.
• Maturity, high ethics and integrity.
• A confident, flexible, articulate and reliable personality.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines, for long hours and to deliver high quality outputs with minimal supervision.

• A minimum of Diploma in Draftsmanship, or a closely related and relevant discipline,
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University/Institution would be an added advantage.
• Full and valid membership of a nationally, or internationally recognized professional body, is desirable.
• Specialized training, with appropriate qualifications in Project Planning and Management, shall be an added advantage.
• Additional qualifications in Business Management, from a recognized institution, shall be an added advantage.
• A minimum of two (2) years working experience as a Draftsperson, or in a similar position, in a large and reputable Construction, or Civil Works Company, or reputable Consultancy firm.
• Experience in working with public, or private sector organizations involved in housing-related projects, or programs, shall also be an added advantage.
• Proven knowledge and skills in application of Architectural / Structural design-related Software and MS Office Packages (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint), are essential.