Salary Scale: $4,594,306– 6,178,830 p.a
JOB PURPOSE
Under the direct supervision of the Director, Civil Works Engineer, the Project Architect is responsible to provide architectural support and advice to the Ministry and the Regional Health Authorities.
KEY OUTPUT
- Major structures for capital projects designed and drawn;
- Architectural plans and drawings prepared;
- Implementation plan monitored;
- Architectural support provided;
- Inspection of structure carried out;
- Preliminary budget estimates prepared;
- Technical advice given;
- Monthly Progress Reports prepared.
Key responsibility areas INCLUDES:
- Provides technical advice to the Ministry and its agencies on technical matters relating to architecture;
- P Prepares preliminary budget estimates for architect activities.
- Represents the Ministry at meetings and workshops etc;
- Designs and draws major structures for capital projects as assigned by the Director, Civil Works Engineer;
- Liaises with Quality Surveyor to ensure preparation of Bills of Quantities for the architectural components of the Ministry’s Capital projects;
- Reviews architectural plans, drawings and submissions from external agencies to ensure that they meet specification. Submits report to the Director, Civil Works;
- Participates in the preparation and evaluation of Pre-qualification and Tender documents for construction projects being undertaken by the Ministry of Health and Regional Health Authorities;
- Liaises with Contractors on building sites to ensure that the work is carried out in accordance with specifications and plans;
- Attends site meetings and carry out on the spot inspections;
- Collaborates with the Project Management Specialist and Project Engineer to ensure the compliance of contractors with the terms and conditions of their contracts;
- Provides architectural support for all capital projects being undertaken by the Ministry of Health and Regional Health Authorities;
- Verifies payment vouchers submitted by contractors and recommends payment for architectural work carried out;
- Perform other related duties, as assigned by the Director, Civil Works from time to time.
Minimum Required Education and Experience
- A Bachelors Degree in Architecture from an academic institution accredited by the Jamaica Institute of Architects
- Training in Project Management
- Six (6) years working experience in construction management- or
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience
Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than Friday November 24, 2023 to:
Senior Director
Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health & Wellness
10A Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10
The Ministry of Health thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.