Position Title
REF 1652: Project Leader (Rural and Urban)
About Our Organisation
The Water Authority of Fiji is a corporate body established under the Water Authority of Fiji Act 2007 to make provision for the effective management and administration of the Water and the wastewater systems.
We are responsible for providing access to quality drinking water and wastewater services to over 159,000 and 33,540 residential and non-residential metered customers in the urban areas of Fiji and also setting up water supply systems in rural areas.
Position Objective
This Project Leader Construction is responsible for planning and managing WAF's special construction projects cost-effectively and efficiently. This responsibility includes relevant budget preparation, planning and successful scheduling and implementation of construction projects. Report preparation and monitoring activities and tasks for the Project Team. This position reports to the Regional Senior Engineer Construction.
Key Accountabilities
- Effective management of construction projects delivered
- Timely and appropriate contribution, as well as leadership in providing information on the development of the Construction function's annual OPEX and CAPEX budgets, ensured.
- Robust Business Cases and Problem Statements for PSIP Submission ensured by providing information to RSEC_CE
- Prudent monitoring, management and control of annual budget ensured, and financial targets
- Strategic alignment of the Construction function with WAF's Strategic Plan ensured at all times
- Quality and relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) reviewed and continuously strengthened/refined to suit specific works related.
- Timely and effective contribution to risk identification and risk management for the Construction function provided to the Project Manager Construction.
- Provided recommendations and institute measures for improvement by recommending to Project Manager Construction the operating procedures/work instructions.
- Construction projects effectively managed
- Successfully oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion to Ensure projects are reviewed in-depth to accurately schedule deliverables and estimate costs
- Ensure coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors
- Clear roles & responsibilities and deliverable requirements in terms of both scope and schedule to all the team members defined and managed
- All changes to specifications, work scope and drawings shall be submitted to Project Manager Construction for documentation.
- Effective resolution of design issues that occur on-site by reporting to Regional Senior Engineer
- Ensure contractual condition of performance are met
- Work progress reviewed daily, and relevant adjustments applied in collaboration with direct reports
- Internal and External Report pertaining to work progress provided to. Regional Senior Engineer
- Liaison with major Donor Agencies, Government Ministries & other stakeholders towards proper implementation of priority projects by consulting RSEC
- Appropriate procurement strategies compliant with potential donor agency guidelines planned, developed & implemented. - RSEC
- Contractors effectively managed the execution of project implementation in accordance with the contract.
- Project documentation maintained and managed in full compliance with WAF and relevant external requirements RSEC
- Due diligence completed in obtaining approval for projects implemented
- Provide information to RSEC for consultation with other utility owners in obtaining approvals before implementation of the works at any site.
- Provide information to Project Manager Construction for the development of monthly and quarterly reports for construction
- Technical expertise demonstrated and provided
- Risk management plans implemented
- Quality construction standards implemented, and the use of proper construction techniques ensured
- Quality and effective planning, development and coordination of construction projects ensured
- Cost-effective planning (without compromise to quality) to ensure timely completion of projects within budget delivered
- Ensured implementation of the scope of work as related to construction in conformance with project specifications, the scope of work, and in accordance with the approved Project Schedule.
- WAF's professional standards maintained and company objectives in relation to budget targets, service quality, company reputation, OH&S and environmental standards met and compliance with external and internal standards met
- Oversight and management of high-priority projects for WAF's expansion improved service levels with greater efficiency attaining the highest standards.
- Timely, quality and compliant construction project reporting
- All internal and external (if any) reporting requirements in regard to WAF’s construction projects fully understood and correctly executed
- Robust and relevant periodic information prepared and submitted as and when requested
- Superiors provided with useful information combined with analysis and interpretation, for decision making
- Human capital management - Construction Project staff
- Effective human capital management, mentorship/coaching ensured and encouraged
- Direct reports and construction project staff are highly motivated and productive
- Culture of innovation and ongoing professional development established and continuously strengthened
- Development plans to be presented to RSEC for recommendations and approval.
- Disciplinary actions carried out in consultation with full compliance in all relevant laws, legislations and internal requirements
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Cooperation within the team and greater function/department encouraged
- Cooperation across functions / departments ensured
- Collaboration and leadership to achieve relevant organizational targets and goals
- Other related duties assigned by the Project Manager Construction effectively and efficiently addressed
- Organizational values upheld and practiced
- Ensure support of the environment aligning deliverables to organizational values and strategic directions
- Organizational values and good corporate and governance practices are complied with in delivering outcomes ensured
Qualification and Experience Requirement
The Applicant must either possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Structural with no or limited experience or Advanced Diploma in Civil/Mechanical/ Structural with at least 2 years experience in similar roles/ industry
Skills and Abilities
- Familiar with the relevant Laws, Regulations and Standards would be an added advantage
- Completed Project Management Training and have the knowledge in Project Management software’s
- Advanced qualitative/quantitative research skills: ability to plan and implement research projects on time and within the budget with minimal direction
- Proficiency in Microsoft package
- Excellent organizer and communicator with a proactive and friendly attitude
How To Apply For Position
Interested candidates are advised to apply online and complete the recruitment requirements on the portal. All applications should be received no later than 24th October, 2025
INCOMPLETE & LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
Employment Type
Established
SBU
Infrastructure Delivery
Sub-Section
Rural
Salary Scale
$25,600.00-$32,000.00 Per year
Job Location
Wailoku Depot - Suva
Vacancy Valid Till
October 24, 2025
