NATIONAL HOUSING AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED

“Happy Homes, Built to Last”

JOB OPPORTUNITIES ON PROJECT ROLLOUT BASIS - EXTERNAL

ADVERT NO. 01 OF 2022

National Housing and Construction Company Limited is Uganda’s Leading Real

Estate Developer with fifty-seven (57) years of experience in developing, building
and managing housing Estates for sell or let at economic rates. The Company,
seeks to strategically place itself as the lead National Company in infrastructure
development with a view of being a major player in the realization of the
National Strategic development goals and strategies thereof.

National Housing has synchronized various productive Strategic Partnerships

and engagements with focus on enhancing infrastructure development in the
country and strengthened its capacity as a Construction Company so as to
broaden its range of services within the infrastructure development arena.

Accordingly, through various strategic collaborative partnerships and with

support from different stakeholders within the industry, National Housing will
over the next five (5) years look to grow its portfolio to a Class- A Contractor so
as to broaden its range of services within the infrastructure development arena
and place itself as a major player in Public Infrastructure development.

The Company, now seeks to recruit and create talented and sustainable Human
Resource Pool of Professionals, 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.
The successful candidates will be engaged as and when the respective projects
are rolled out.

Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the
following Positions;

1. Post: Construction Managers – Roads & Bridges

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

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 a) The coordinating arm between the Project construction team, the
Client, the Supervising Consultant and the NHCC Management
b) Oversee the project organization, coordination, monitoring,
reporting, controlling and planning requirements for the
Construction works of the project.
c) Identification, assessment and preparation of claims for
consideration by the Employer.
d) Supervising the Project Team with respect to managing Client
requirements and expectations in achieving targets and milestones.
e) Ensure compliance on the Project including, compliance to
drawings, instructions, specifications, Ugandan laws and statutory
guidelines on Project implementation.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

from a recognized University/institution,
b) Post Graduate training in Project Management.
c) Training and Experience in different forms of Contract e.g. FIDIC
d) 12 years of specific experience in Road Construction works
e) 5 years as a Construction Manager on a road Construction project
(Bitumen Standard)
f) Registration with relevant Professional Bodies shall be an added
advantage.

2. Post: Construction Manager - Buildings

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Be the coordinating arm between the project construction team, the

Client, the Supervising Consultant and the NHCC management
b) Oversee the project organization, coordination, monitoring, reporting,
controlling and planning requirements for the Construction works of
the Project.
c) Identification, assessment and preparation of claims for consideration
by the Employer.
d) Supervising the Project Team with respect to managing Client
requirements and expectations in achieving targets and milestones.
e) Ensure compliance on the Project including, compliance to drawings,
instructions, specifications, Ugandan laws and statutory guidelines on
Project implementation.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

from a reputable institution,
b) Post Graduate training in Project Management.
c) Training and Experience in different forms of Contract e.g. FIDIC
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 d) 12 years of specific experience in Building Construction works
e) 5 years as a Construction Manager on a road Construction project
(Bitumen Standard)
f) Registration with relevant professional Bodies (ERB) as an added
advantage

3. Post: Site Engineer – Roads

No. of Vacancies: Twenty (20) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Take charge of the Road construction site from beginning to end,

including but not limited to;
a. Site setting
b. Staffing,
c. Budgets & expenditure projections
d. Keeping the site safe and,
e. Maintaining a set schedule.
b) Oversee the work done at a road construction site, including;
a. Planning and scheduling works,
b. Managing construction crews, allocation of tasks, monitoring
performance, taking record of staff attendance
c. Inspecting ongoing works, to ensure compliance and good
workmanship
d. supervision of setting out of works and surveys
e. Ensuring adherence to instructions, drawings and
specifications,
c) Make arrangements for necessary equipment including; sourcing,
mobilization, maintenance, utilization, cost planning etc.
d) Tracking construction costs and keeping construction project costs at
or, where possible, under budget.
e) Liaising with clients, subcontractors and other professional staff,
especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager
f) Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and the pricing of
materials
g) Providing technical advice and solving problems on site
h) Preparation and submission of site reports and filling in other
paperwork
i) supervision of setting out and surveys

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction

Management from a recognized University/Institution
b) Post Graduate training in project Planning and Management from a
recognized University/Institution as a MUST
c) Seven (7) years of specific experience in road Construction works

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 d) Three (3) years of which shall be as a site Engineer on a road
Construction project (Bitumen Standard)

4. Post: Site Engineer - Buildings

No. of Vacancies: Twenty (20) Vacancies
Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Take charge of the Building construction site from beginning to end,

including but not limited to;
▪ Site setting
▪ Staffing,
▪ Budgets & expenditure projections
▪ maintaining NHCC policies,
▪ keeping the site safe and
▪ maintaining a set schedule.
b) Oversee the work done at a Building construction site, including;
▪ Planning and scheduling works,
▪ Managing construction crews, allocation of tasks, monitoring
performance, taking record of staff attendance,
▪ inspecting ongoing works, to ensure compliance and good
workmanship
▪ supervision of setting out of works and surveys
▪ Ensuring adherence to instructions, drawings and
specifications,
c. Make arrangements for necessary equipment including; sourcing,
mobilization, maintenance, utilization, cost planning etc.
d. Tracking construction costs and keeping construction project costs at or,
where possible, under budget.
e. Liaising with clients, subcontractors and other professional staff,
especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manage
f. Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and the pricing of
materials
g. providing technical advice and solving problems on site
h. preparing site reports and filling in other paperwork
i. supervision of setting out and surveys

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

from a recognized University/Institution
b) Post Graduate training in Project Management as a Must
c) Seven (7) years of specific experience in Building Construction works
three years of which he/she in the capacity of a site Engineer on a
Building Construction project.

5. Post: Site Engineer-Bridges

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

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a) Take charge of the Bridge construction site from beginning to end,
including but not limited to;
▪ Site setting
▪ Staffing
▪ Budgets & expenditure projections
▪ Maintaining NHCC policies,
▪ Keeping the site safe and,
▪ Maintaining a set schedule.
b) Oversee the work done at a Bridge construction site, including;
▪ Planning and scheduling works,
▪ Managing construction crews, allocation of tasks, monitoring
performance, taking record of staff attendance,
▪ inspecting ongoing works, to ensure compliance and good
workmanship
▪ Supervision of setting out of works and surveys
▪ Ensuring adherence to instructions, drawings and specifications,
c) Make arrangements for necessary equipment including; sourcing,
mobilization, maintenance, utilization, cost planning etc.
d) Tracking construction costs and keeping construction project costs at or,
where possible, under budget.
e) Liaising with clients, subcontractors and other professional staff,
especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager
f) Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and the pricing of
materials
g) Providing technical advice and solving problems on site
h) Preparing site reports and filling in other paperwork
i) Supervision of setting out and surveys

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from

a recognized University/Institution
b) Post Graduate training in Project Management as a Must
c) 7 years of specific experience in road and Bridge Construction works and
3 years as a site Engineer on a Bridge Construction project

6. Post: Quantity Surveyors – Roads & Bridges

No. of Vacancies: Fifteen (15) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Prepare Material schedules for all works

b) Constantly scan the market and have up to date material price schedules
c) Quantify and verify all works don on sites.
d) Prepare weekly material requisitions for consideration by the site engineer
taking account for time and processes required for timely procurement.
e) Provide monthly measurements of all works for certification purposes.
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 f) Prepare and submit monthly measurement reports
g) Continuously track project costs and expenditure and timely alert the Site
Engineer when cost overruns arise.
h) Prepare applications for payments
i) Prepare variation applications for approval
j) Prepare Valuation of instructions and applications for approval
k) Preparation and valuation of claims

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Building Economics from a

recognised University/Institution.
b) 5 years of relevant working experience on Construction Projects with three (3)
years of specific experience as a senior Quantity Surveyor or measurement
Engineer on a Road construction Project.
c) Registered with the relevant Professional body as Must

7. Post: Quantity Surveyor - Buildings

No. of Vacancies: Fifteen (15) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Prepare Material schedules for all the works

b) Constantly scan the market and have up to date material price schedules
c) Quantify and verify all works.
d) Prepare weekly material requisitions for consideration by the site engineer
taking account for time and processes required for timely procurement.
e) Provide monthly measurements of all works for certification.
f) Prepare and submit monthly measurement reports
g) Continuously track project costs and expenditure and timely alert the Site
Engineer when cost overruns arise.
h) Prepare applications for payments
i) Prepare variation applications for approval
j) Prepare valuation of instructions and applications for approval
k) Preparation and valuation of claims

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Building Economics from a

recognised University/Institution.
b) 5 years of relevant working experience on Construction Projects with three
(3) years of specific experience as a senior Quantity Surveyor or
measurement Engineer on a Road construction Project.
c) Registered with the relevant Professional body as Must

8. Post: Highways Engineer

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

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a) Review of Construction documents to ensure adequacy for the prevailing
site conditions
b) Supervise and guide the Construction teams on road surveys, construction
of pavement structure, measuring of quantities and management of site
operations.
c) Review alignment and geometric studies and designs to ensure best fit for
the site
d) Plan and monitor road safety features during construction.
e) Propose and prepare measures for traffic diversion and ensure traffic
management measures do not compromise safety of road users.
f) Prepare alignment and geometric designs where Contractor designs are
provided for by the construction Contract

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related filed from a

recognized University/Institution
b) Possession of Post Graduate training in Highways Engineering shall be an
added advantage
c) Seven (7) years of specific experience in road and Bridge Construction
works of which Three (3) years should be as a highway Engineer on a road
construction project (Bitumen Standard) or similar position in a reputable
organization
d) Registered with the relevant professional body as a Must

9. Post: Pavement and Materials Engineer

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Study the Ggeotechnical and Materials investigations reports and

review the technical solutions provided by the designs.
b) Propose and monitor methods of working, materials and quality
assurance procedures
c) Check Quality Control of all materials and works and ensure
conformity of all construction with contract specifications.
d) Supervision and maintenance of the materials laboratory.
e) Advise the site Engineer on solutions to technical problems
encountered onsite

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field from

a recognized University/Institution.
b) Post Graduate training in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil
Engineering shall be an added advantage
c) Registered with the relevant professional body as a Must

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 d) 7 years of specific experience in road and Bridge Construction
works three (3) of which as a Pavement/materials Engineer on a
road construction project (Bitumen Standard)

10. Post: Drainage Engineer

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Study drainage technical solutions to check adequacy for the

prevailing site conditions
b) Propose and monitor methods of working, materials and quality
assurance procedures for drainage works
c) Prepare drainage designs for temporary works and permanent works
Contractor designs are provided for by the construction Contract
d) Advise the site Engineer on solutions to technical problems
encountered onsite

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or close related qualification

from a recognized University.
b) Post Graduate training in Hydrology or Civil Engineering (with a bias
in Hydrology) shall be an added advantage
c) 10 years of specific experience in road and Bridge Construction works
pf which five (5) years as a Hydrologist/Drainage Engineer on a road
construction project (Bitumen Standard)
d) Registered with the relevant professional body as a Must

11. Post: Electrical Engineer

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Study Electrical technical solutions to check adequacy for the

prevailing site conditions
b) Propose and monitor methods of working, materials and quality
assurance procedures for Electrical works
c) Prepare Electrical designs where Contractor designs are provided for
by the construction Contract
d) Prepare As-Built Electrical drawings
e) Advise the site Engineer on solutions to technical problems
encountered onsite

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized

University/Institution,

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 b) Seven (7) years of specific experience in Construction works three
(3) years of which as a senior Electrical Engineer or similar position
on a construction project
c) Registered with the relevant professional body as a Must

12. Post: Mechanical Engineer

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Study Mechanical technical solutions to check adequacy for the prevailing

site conditions
b) Propose and monitor methods of working, materials and quality
assurance procedures for mechanical works
c) Prepare mechanical designs where Contractor designs are provided for by
the construction Contract
d) Prepare As-built Mechanical drawings
e) Advise the site Engineer on solutions to technical problems encountered
onsite

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Degree in Mechanical Engineering,

b) 7 years of specific experience in Construction works three (3) years of
which as a senior Mechanical Engineer on a construction project
c) Registered with the relevant professional body as a Must

13. Post: Land Surveyor

No. of Vacancies: Twenty (20) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Coordinate and verify survey data, setting out and measurement of

constructed works. Specifically;
i. Establish the survey controls set for the design, the co-ordinates
and levels assigned to set reference points.
ii. Set out works out of intermediate bench Marks
iii. Identify and record existing ground levels along set grids.
iv. Set out all earthworks.
v. Set out other works such as boundaries, pavement works, drainage
works, bridges, building foundations etc.
vi. Keep a record of levels of completed works to facilitate
Measurement

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying from a recognised

University/Institution.

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b) Experienced in the use of different automated survey equipment, Total
Stations, Data loggers and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) Control.
c) Six (6) years of specific experience in road and Bridge Construction works
of which two (2) years as a Senior Land surveyor on a road construction
project (Bitumen Standard)
d) Registered with the relevant professional body as a Must

14. Post: Bridge/Structural Engineer

No. of Vacancies: Twenty (20) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Study structural technical solutions to check adequacy for the prevailing

site conditions
b) Propose and monitor methods of working, materials and quality
assurance procedures for bridge/structural work
c) Prepare structural designs where Contractor designs are provided for by
the construction Contract
d) Prepare As-built Mechanical drawings
e) Advise the site Engineer on solutions to technical problems encountered
onsite.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related filed from a

recognised University of Institution.
b) Post Graduate training in Structural Engineering as a Must
c) 7 years of specific experience in Building or Bridge Construction works,
three (3) years as a Bridge/Structural Engineer surveyor on a road
construction project (Bitumen Standard)
d) Registered with the relevant professional body as a Must

15. Post: Environmental and Social Expert

No. of Vacancies: Five (5) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Plan for and monitor Implementation of the specified environmental

policies and guidelines set out in the Contract.
b) Ensure implementation of environmental and social impact mitigation
measures.
c) Coordinate all project stakeholder engagements
d) Liaise with Client, project Consultant and the Construction Manager on
Project affected persons
e) Conduct EIA and advise accordingly

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

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 a) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or Environmental science or
sociology or closely related discipline form a recognised
University/Institution.
b) Post Graduate Training in Environmental Management or sociology.
c) Six (6) years of specific experience in Construction works two years of
which as a Sociologist of Environmentalist on a road construction project
(Bitumen Standard)
d) Valid Practicing License issued by the relevant professional body.

16. Post: Project Cost Accountant

No. of Vacancies: Twenty (20) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage the project operating budget, and monitor project cost performance.
Specifically;

a) Create project accounts in the NHCC accounting system

b) Maintain project-related records, including contracts and change orders
c) Advise the CFO on the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related
accounts
d) Review and approve supplier invoices related to a project
e) Review and approve staff time sheets for work related to a project.
f) Review and recommend for approval overhead charges to be applied to a
project
g) Investigate project variances and submit variance reports to management
h) Report to management regarding the remaining funding available for
projects
i) Close out project accounts upon project completion
j) Create and submit reports and tax returns related to projects
k) Compile project information for internal and external auditors, as
required
l) Coordinate Stores Management processes and control including
operationalization of systems that ensures efficient management and
monitoring of an up-to-date inventory acquisition, distribution, storage
and maintenance of all NHCCL’s property and supplies

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) A Degree in Commerce, Business Administration (Accounting), Business

Finance, or a closely related and relevant discipline from a recognized
University/Institution
b) Level two/Intermediate stage of Part Professional Accounting qualification
of an internationally recognized Accountancy Institution, such as ACCA,
CPA (K or U), as a Must.
c) Good knowledge and skills in application of Finance &
Accounting-related Software and MS Office Package (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint and Outlook) and related packages, is essential.

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d) Possession of a Post Graduate Diploma in Project Planning and
Management, or Business Management, from recognized Institution shall
be an added advantage.
e) Relevant working experience of 3 (three) years as a Project & Cost
Accountant, or in a similar position, in a large and reputable organization,
preferably a vibrant commercial organization, or a civil works Company,
or an Investment Company.

17. Post: Inspector of Works

No. of Vacancies: Forty (40) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Site inspection, recording and construction quality control.

b) Keep records of material delivery and usage
c) Monitor workmanship on site and report to the site Engineer
d) Assist in measurement control, reporting to the Quantity surveyor and
Site Engineer

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Civil Engineering from a

recognised
b) Minimum of 5 years’ experience in inspection and supervision of
construction works.
c) 3 years’ experience in inspection of asphalt pavement road construction
works.

18. Post: Laboratory Technician

No. of Vacancies: Forty (40) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Collection of material samples from the field

b) Soils and Materials Testing in the project laboratory
c) Preparation of material test reports for review and certification by the
materials engineer

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Civil Engineering from a

recognised Institution
b) Minimum of 5 years’ experience in soils and material laboratory
experience and
c) 3 years’ experience in asphalt pavement material testing in highway
projects and in fields of assignment.

19. Post: Survey Assistants

No. of Vacancies: Forty (40) Vacancies
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 Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Assist the senior surveyor in;

i. Setting out of works such as earthworks, building foundations,
road alignment, drainage works etc.
ii. Setting and verifying levels
iii. Verifying accuracy of works
iv. Keep a record of survey data to facilitate measurement of works

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Civil Engineering from a

recognised from a recognised University/Institution.
b) Three (3) years’ experience on highway projects

20. Post: Site Foreman – Concrete & General Building Works

No. of Vacancies: Forty (40) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Organize and supervise construction teams

b) Create and supervise tasks for the day
c) Plan for works in liaison with the Site Engineer by creating schedules for
the workers
d) Ensure timely requisitions for material and equipment requirements
e) Ensure good workmanship
f) Report to the site Engineer on progress of works on a weekly basis

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Higher Diploma (HND) in Civil Engineering from a recognised

university/Institution.
b) Five (5) years’ experience on Building Construction projects and three
(3) years’ specific experience as a Foreman for concrete, Masonry
Works, carpentry, steel bending and general building works
c) Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

21. Post: Site Foreman – Road works

No. of Vacancies: Forty (40) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Organize and supervise construction teams

b) Create and supervise tasks for the day
c) Plan for works in liaison with the Site Engineer by creating schedules
for workers
d) Ensure timely requisitions for material and equipment requirements
e) Ensure good workmanship on the works
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 f) Report to the site Engineer on progress of works on a weekly basis

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Higher Diploma (HND) in Civil Engineering from a recognised

Institution.
b) Five (5) years’ experience on road Construction projects and 3 years’
specific experience as a Foreman for road works with asphalt concrete
pavement works.
c) Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

22. Post: Electrical Technician

No. of Vacancies: Fifty (50) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Carryout electrical installation works

b) Execute project plans of electrical wiring for well-functioning lighting,
intercom and other electrical systems
c) Install electrical fittings, fixtures and equipment.
d) Connect wiring in electrical circuits and networks ensuring
compatibility of components
e) Prepare and assemble conduits and connect wiring through them
f) Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other
construction professionals to facilitate synergy on sites.
g) Prepare material schedules and cost estimates for electrical works for
evaluation by the Quantity surveyor and consideration by the Site
Engineer
h) Provide all necessary information for preparation of as built plans

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised

University/Institution.
b) Certified electrician by relevant body
c) Three years (3) years’ experience as a senior electrician on Construction
projects,
d) Certified by relevant body
e) Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings

23. Post: Welders

No. of Vacancies: Fifty (50) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Execute project plans of steel fabrication. Cutting, welding and

erection.
b) Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other
construction professionals to facilitate synergy on sites.
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 c) Prepare material schedules and cost estimates for fabrication works
evaluation by the Quantity surveyor and consideration by the Site
Engineer
d) Provide all necessary information for preparation of as built plans

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Diploma in Welding and Metal fabrication from a recognised

Institution
b) Certified Welder by relevant body
c) Three (3) years’ experience on Construction projects
d) Ability to read and interpret steel fabrication drawings

24. Post: Plumbers

No. of Vacancies: Fifty (50) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Install, repair, and maintain pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems,

and fixtures for plumbing systems on NHCC Projects
b) Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other
construction professionals to facilitate synergy on sites.
c) Prepare material schedules and cost estimates for plumbing works for
evaluation by the Quantity surveyor and consideration by the Site
Engineer
d) Provide all necessary information for preparation of as built plans

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Diploma in Plumbing from a recognised Institution.

b) Three (3) years’ experience on Construction projects, a senior plumber
on a construction project.
c) Ability to read and interpret plumbing drawing
d) Recommendation from a reputable Contractor or Client

25. Post: Masons

No. of Vacancies: One hundred (100) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Setting out and erection of Masonry works; Set out work using chalk
lines, plumb bobs, tapes, squares, and levels etc.
b) Supervising batching, mixing, transportation and placement of
Concrete.
c) Placement, compaction, levelling and finishing of concrete works
d) Carry out finishes to works including, plastering, Screeding, paving,
copings etc.
e) Prepare material schedules and cost estimates for evaluation by the
Quantity surveyor and consideration by the Site Engineer
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 f) Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other
construction professionals to facilitate synergy on sites.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Diploma in Masonry from a recognised Institution.

b) Three (3) years’ experience as a Mason on Construction projects,
c) Recommendation from a reputable Contractor or Client

26. Post: Carpenters

No. of Vacancies: One hundred (100) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Execute project plans of Carpentry works.

b) Erect all formwork in accordance to formwork drawings and instructions
from the site Engineer.
c) Prepare material schedules and cost estimates for carpentry works for
evaluation by the Quantity surveyor and consideration by the Site
Engineer
d) Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction
professionals to facilitate synergy on sites.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Diploma in Carpentry from a recognised institution.

b) Three (3) years’ experience on Construction projects, as a Carpenter on
a construction project.
c) Ability to read and interpret formwork & structural drawings
d) Recommendation from a reputable Contractor or Client

27. Post: Steel Benders

No. of Vacancies: One hundred (100) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Execute project plans of reinforcement steel, by cutting, bending and

fixing reinforcement steel.
b) Prepare material schedules and cost estimates for reinforcement works
evaluation by the Quantity surveyor and consideration by the Site
Engineer
c) Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other
construction professionals to facilitate synergy on sites.
d) Provide all necessary information for preparation of as built plans

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Diploma in Civil Engineering from recognised Institution.

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 b) Three (3) years’ experience on road Construction projects, as a Steel
fixer on a Construction project.
c) Ability to read and interpret reinforcement drawings
d) Recommendation from a reputable Contractor or Client

28. Post: Painters

No. of Vacancies: One hundred (100) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Execute painting works on NHCC projects.

b) Prepare material schedules and cost estimates for painting works for
evaluation by the Quantity surveyor and consideration by the Site
Engineer
c) Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction
professionals to facilitate synergy on sites.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised

University/Institution.
b) Three (3) years’ experience on Construction projects, as a painter on a
Construction project.
c) Recommendation from a reputable Contractor or Client

29. Post: Tilers

No. of Vacancies: Fifty (50) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Execute Tiling works on NHCC projects.

b) Prepare material schedules and cost estimates for tiling works for
evaluation by the Quantity surveyor and consideration by the Site
Engineer
c) Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction
professionals to facilitate synergy on sites.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University or

Institution
b) Five (5) years’ experience on Construction projects, of which 3 years’
should be specific experience as a Tiler on a Construction project.
c) Recommendation from a reputable Contractor or Client

30. Post: Machine Operators – Excavator, Bull dozer, Rollers,

Wheel loaders, Graders
No. of Vacancies: Fifty (50) Vacancies

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 Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Carry out daily condition checks to ensure that the vehicles/machines

are in good running order.
b) Regularly check the validity of the machines’ documents and report to
the Officer in charge of transport in a timely manner.
c) Operate allocated heavy construction machine to perform company
works as allocated
d) Endeavour to detect mechanical faults and immediately report to the
designated Officer for appropriate action.
e) Prepare fuel requisitions in time and ensure that fuel consumption is in
line with the approved mileage and records.
f) Record machine movements and usage systemically in the provided
log sheets.
g) Keep the machines clean, inter alia, in order to uphold the image of the
Company.
h) Monitor the timing for the servicing and periodic prevalence
maintenance and draw the attention of the officer in charge of
transport for action.
i) Report all incidents, minor or major, to the Officer in charge of
transport

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Level (“O Level” Certificate of Education from a recognized

Institution.
b) Evidence of Specialized training from a recognized institution, as well as a
valid operating license for heavy equipment.
c) Evidence knowledge and skills in operating heavy construction
equipment,
d) A clean driving record and a valid operating License of Classes H, and or
G as a minimum.
e) 5 years’ experience in operating one or more of the heavy construction
equipment’s

31. Post: Machine Operator – Plate Compactor

No. of Vacancies: Fifteen (15) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Operate the allocated plate compactor to perform company works as

allocated
b) Endeavour to detect mechanical faults and immediately report to the
designated Officer for appropriate action.
c) Prepare fuel requisitions in time.
d) Record machine usage systemically in the provided log sheets.
e) Keep the allocated machine clean, inter alia, in order to uphold the
image of the Company.

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 f) Monitor the timing for the servicing and periodic prevalence
maintenance and draw the attention of the officer in charge of
transport for action.
g) Report all incidents, minor or major, to the officer in charge of
machines.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE).

b) Evidence of knowledge and skills in operating a plate Compactor
c) Five (5) years’ experience in operating a plate compactor on a construction
project.

32. Post: Machine Operator – Concrete Mixer

No. of Vacancies: Twenty (20) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Operate allocated Concrete Mixer to perform company works as

allocated
b) Endeavour to detect mechanical faults and immediately report to
the designated Officer for appropriate action.
c) Prepare fuel requisitions in time.
d) Record machine usage systemically in the provided log sheets.
e) Keep the allocated machine clean, inter alia, in order to uphold the
image of the Company.
f) Monitor the timing for the servicing and periodic prevalence
maintenance and draw the attention of the officer in charge of
transport for action.
g) Report all incidents, minor or major, to the Officer in charge
transport, and to the police as may be necessary.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Uganda Certificate of Education(UCE)/O’ Level or its equivalent

b) Evidence of knowledge and skills in operating a variety of Concrete
mixers
c) Five (5) years’ experience in operating Concrete Mixers of various
Capacities on a construction project.

33. Post: Machine Operator – Double Drum roller

No. of Vacancies: Fifteen (15) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Operate allocated drum roller to perform company works as allocated

b) Endeavour to detect mechanical faults and immediately report to the
designated Officer for appropriate action
c) Prepare fuel requisitions in time
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d) Record machine usage systemically in the provided log sheets
e) Keep the allocated machine clean, inter alia, in order to uphold the image
of the Company.
f) Monitor the timing for the servicing and periodic prevalence maintenance
and draw the attention of the officer in charge of transport for action.
g) Report all incidents, minor or major, to the Officer in charge transport, and
to the police as may be necessary.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE).

b) Evidence of knowledge and skills in operating double drum rollers of
different capacities
c) Five (5) years’ experience in operating double drum rollers of various
Capacities on a construction project.

34. Post: Procurement and Logistic Officer

No. of Vacancies: Fifteen (15) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Preparing plans for the purchase of materials, tools, equipment,

services, and supplies for the Projects.
b) Following and enforcing the PPDA/NHCC procurement policies
and procedures.
c) Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, and approving products and
services to be purchased.
d) Managing Project inventories and maintaining accurate purchase
and pricing records.
e) Maintaining and updating supplier information such as
qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
f) Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
g) Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.
h) Preparing budgets, cost analyses, and reports
i) Coordinate Stores Management processes and control including
operationalization of systems that ensures efficient management
and monitoring of an up-to-date inventory acquisition

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or

closely related filed from a recognisee University of Institution
b) Five (5) years’ experience as a Procurement & Logistics officer or
similar position
c) Possession of CIPS qualification shall be an added advantage
d) Possession of specific experience in procurement and supplies for
infrastructure Construction projects shall be an added advantage

35. Post: Drivers – Dump Trucks

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 No. of Vacancies: Fifty (50) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Operate allocated dump trucks to perform company works as

allocated
b) Endeavour to detect mechanical faults and immediately report to the
designated Officer for appropriate action.
c) Prepare fuel requisitions in time and ensure that fuel consumption is in
line with the approved mileage and records.
d) Record truck movements and usage systemically in the provided log
sheets.
e) Keep the allocated truck clean, inter alia, in order to uphold the image
of the Company.
f) Monitor the timing for the servicing and periodic prevalence
maintenance and draw the attention of the officer in charge of
transport for action.
g) Report all incidents, minor or major, to the Officer in charge transport,
and to the police as may be necessary.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Level (“O Level” Certificate of Education from a recognized

Institution.
b) Evidence of Specialized training from a recognized institution, as well
as a valid operating license for driving dump truck of 20-ton capacity
and above.
c) Evidence knowledge and skills in driving dump trucks,
d) A clean driving record and an operating License of Classes H and or G,
as a minimum.
e) Five (5) years’ experience in driving dump trucks of 20-ton or more
capacity on a construction project.

36. Post: Drivers – Pickups

No. of Vacancies: Thirty (30) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Drive the allocated vehicles to approved destinations.

b) Endeavour to detect mechanical faults and immediately report to the
designated Officer for appropriate action.
c) Prepare fuel requisitions in time and ensure that fuel consumption is in
line with the approved mileage and records.
d) Record vehicle movements and usage systemically in the provided log
sheets.
e) Keep the allocated vehicle clean, inter alia, in order to uphold the
image of the Company.

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 f) Monitor the timing for the servicing and periodic prevalence
maintenance and draw the attention of the officer in charge of
transport for action.
g) Report all incidents, minor or major, to the Officer in charge transport,
and to the police as may be necessary.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Level (“O Level” Certificate of Education from a recognized

Institution.
b) Evidence knowledge and skills in driving manual pickup trucks,
c) A clean driving record and a valid driving License of Classes B, as a
minimum.
d) Five (5) years’ experience in driving manual transmission vehicles

37. Post: Drivers – Water Bowsers

No. of Vacancies: Twenty (20) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Operate allocated water bowser trucks to perform company works as

allocated
b) Endeavour to detect mechanical faults and immediately report to the
designated Officer for appropriate action.
c) Prepare fuel requisitions in time and ensure that fuel consumption is in
line with the approved mileage and records.
d) Record truck movements and usage systemically in the provided log
sheets.
e) Keep the allocated truck clean, inter alia, in order to uphold the image
of the Company.
f) Monitor the timing for the servicing and periodic prevalence
maintenance and draw the attention of the officer in charge of
transport for action.
g) Report all incidents, minor or major, to the Officer in charge transport,
and to the police as may be necessary.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Ordinary Level (“O Level” Certificate of Education from a recognized

Institution.
b) Evidence of Specialized training from a recognized institution, as well as a
valid operating license for operating a water bowser.
c) Evidence knowledge and skills in operating a water bowser,
d) A clean driving record and an operating License of Classes CM as a
minimum.
e) Five (5) years’ experience in operating a water bowser on a construction
project.

38. Post: Stores Assistants

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 No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Receive goods into the stores, label goods and ensure their safe custody, as
per the Financial & Investment Procedures manual.
b) Check consistency between bin cards, stock cards and system transactions.
c) Release goods and cost them to the relevant projects, as per the Financial
& Investment Procedures manual.
d) Participate in, or perform periodic stock-taking and prepare the
appropriate documents and reports to enable smooth and productive
stock-taking.
e) Check and supervise transactions processed at project stores to ensure
correct categorization (material codes) at the point of receipt and issue;
correct pricing and costing as per the stock valuation procedure;
f) Update of both the bin cards and stock cards.
g) Identification of obsolete, slow moving and damaged stock for correct
accounting treatment.
h) Provide the necessary information to guide operations and procurement
decisions.
i) Ensure inter-site transfers and that residual stock from closed projects are
transferred to a duly approved location, using the correct procedures, to
affect both physical and system transfers.
j) Ensure that reconciliation is done on a monthly basis and monitor stock
balances (items received, issued and system balances), as well as
periodic/annual

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Advanced Diploma in Stores Management, Accounting, Commerce or

Business Administration from a recognized University/Institution
b) Professional qualification in Stores Management, as an added advantage.
c) Knowledge and skill in application of Stores Management-related
Software and MS Office Package is essential.
d) Three (3) years’ experience of as a Stores Assistant or similar position from
a reputable Organization

39. Post: Health and Safety Officer

No. of Vacancies: Five (5) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Developing and executing health and safety plans in the workplace

according to legal guidelines
b) Preparing and enforcing policies to establish a culture of health and
safety.
c) Evaluating practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and
adherence to the law

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 d) Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and
accident prevention
e) Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and
operation
f) Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe condition
g) Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle
worker’s compensation claim
h) Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new
prevention measures
i) Report on health and safety awareness, issues and statistic
j) Ensures Company premises are free from hazardous substances which
may be chemical, physical, or biological substances
k) Reviews emergency situations to consider what the organization could
have done to prevent them from occurring

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Safety management or closely related

relevant field is preferred
b) Valid professional certification in occupational health and safety as
essential requirement
c) Three (3) years proven experience as a Safety Manager with deep
understanding of legal health and safety policies and guidelines
d) Strong knowledge of environmental and health and safety basic
regulatory and legal framework

40. Post: Human Resource Officer

No. of Vacancies: Five (05) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Initiate and ensure successful implementation of strategies aimed at
ensuring that the morale and motivation of all Company employees
are kept high as well as ensuring and sustaining a sense of
commitment to the Company goals.
b) Coordination of the Performance Management function through
ensuring timely reviews and consolidation of performance reports.
c) Participate in talent attraction, retention and exit
d) Manage staff welfare and motivation issues including reward and
motivation
e) Promote heath and safe working environment

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or closely

related field from a recognized University.
b) PGD Diploma in Human Resource Management as an added
advantage.
c) Three (3) years of experience as HRO or similar position from a
reputable public or private organization
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 d) Registration with professional body shall be an added advantage

41. Post: Business Development Manager

No. of Vacancies: Ten (10) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Develop and implement Strategic business plans for growth;
b) Develop proposals on business development opportunities and viable
income streams;
c) Identify and develop critical business opportunities and integrate them
into the corporate planning procedures;
d) Lead the data management and business development analysis by
leveraging the existing Management Information System (MIS) to
ensure consistent information supply and the development of insights
to enhance business efficiencies;
e) Develop and disseminate periodic reports on business opportunities
for the organization;
f) Manage the performance and professional development of the team;
g) Support and guide key deliverables for timely completion of Business
Development projects;
h) Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers;
i) Develop strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the sector;
j) Maintain industry knowledge and stay up-to-date on the latest market
trends, challenges, opportunities and ensure the business is well
positioned to meet them;
k) Conduct research, analytics and develop reports to identify new
opportunities, markets and customers.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) A Bachelor’s degree in Business Development, Business
Administration, Commerce, Finance Economics, Marketing or any
Business related course from a recognized university
b) A Professional qualification in Business Analytics, Marketing or
related courses will be an added advantage;
c) Six (6) years of relevant professional experience in Business
Development three (3) of which are at a Middle Management level in a
busy environment;
d) Experience in conducting business analytics or using data driven tools
and methods in business development;
e) Exposure to project management tools and techniques would be an
added advantage;
f) Demonstrable good interpersonal, communication and presentation;
and excellent organization skills.

42. Post: Public Relations Officer

No. of Vacancies: Two (02) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

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a) Develop and implement both strategic and operational plans for the
Public Relations Section.
b) Participate in the business planning, budgeting and review process.
c) Prepare and implement public relations plans and programmes which
meet and promote the corporate image and brand.
d) Seek to impact and influence key stakeholders, such as Government,
clients and customers, the Housing Industry, as well as the public in
general, so that they are positively disposed towards the Company.
e) Build and manage a positive image of NHCCL both locally &
internationally
f) Establishing and maintaining positive media relations through press
conferences, articles, press releases, radio and TV programme.
g) Develop and maintain good relations with NHCCL’s clientele and the
general public
h) Carry out protocol functions.
i) Oversee NHCCL’s participation at National events, gathering, processing
& dissemination of Company Information.
j) Research, through reading widely, to access information that is relevant to
the Company and disseminate it to staff, media and other stakeholders.
k) Oversee and supervise the production of Corporate Publications and
documentaries.
l) Oversee the gathering, processing and dissemination of information about
the Company and the Housing Industry, as deemed appropriate.
m) Organize Corporate Conferences and Meetings.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, or a closely

related filed from a recognized University/Institution
b) Additional specialized in Public Relations, from a recognized institution,
is a must.
c) Six (6) years’ experience at least 3 of which must be as a Public Relations
Manager, or in a similar position,

43. Post: Internal Auditor-Technical

No. of Vacancies: Five (05) Vacancies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Plan and formulate audit programs based on systemically identified and

assessed risks, in line with the approved Internal Audit Plan, Internal
Audit Charter and International Professional Practice standards of Internal
Auditing.
b) Conduct systems audits of all NHCCL projects and operations in line with
the approved Internal Audit Plan, Internal Audit Charter and International
Professional Practice standards of Internal Auditing and other best
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 c) Carry out compliance tests to ensure that operational and financial
processes are executed in line with NHCCL policies and regulations as
well as applicable laws and regulations
d) Prepare audit reports in line with NHCCL Internal Audit policies and
procedures
e) Follow up all recommendations on audit findings as per NHCCL’s
guidelines
f) Participate and carry out control risk self –assessment (CRSA)  for all
Company projects and as assigned from time to time as per NHCCL risk
Management strategy and Departmental procedures
g) Provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of the processes put in
place by management to manage the risk of fraud as per the NHCCL
Fraud policy.
h) Provide assurance on the reliability of information systems (input, process
and output) and ensure that all computerized systems comply with the
statutory regulations and generally accepted accounting principles,
adequate financial controls, established Company plans and procedures,
system security policies and effective systems development guidelines
i) Through the Departmental resources, demonstrate understanding of the
Company business and make value adding recommendations that
contribute to the overall realization of the Company mandate and
profitability.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

a) Degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting or Finance)

from a recognized University.
b) Possession of Accountancy or Internal Auditing professional qualification,
such as ACCA, CPA, CIA, or CISA, at least Level II, is a MUST.
c) Post Graduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management is desirable
d) Five years Relevant working experience of, 2 of which should be in the
Construction Industry
e) Degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting or Finance)
from a recognized University.
f) Possession of Accountancy or Internal Auditing professional qualification,
such as ACCA, CPA, CIA, or CISA, at least Level II, is a MUST.
g) Post Graduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management is desirable.
Knowledge and skills in Public Private Partnerships(PPPs) will be an
added advantage  
h) Five years Relevant working experience of auditing, 2 of which should be
in the Construction and real estate Industry

Application Procedure:

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Applications indicating the position being applied for and accompanied by
detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of Academic certificates, evidence of relevant
working experience & contacts of three (3) Professional referees should be
addressed and delivered to;

The Chief Human Resource Officer,

National Housing & Construction Company Limited,
Plot 5, 7th Street,
Industrial Area,
P.O. BOX 659,
KAMPALA, UGANDA.

Or

Submit an online application to: Email address; info@nhcc.co.ug. (All

applications via email must be sent as one document not more than 10 mbs)

Deadline for submission is Thursday, 14th April, 2022 by 4:30Pm. (East African
Time)

Please note that only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

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