Infrastructure Development Specialist

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INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Press Corporation PIc (PCL) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the role ofInfrastructure Development Specialist on a fixed term contract of three (3) years tenable at its Corporate Head Office in Blantyre.

1.0 BACKGROUND

Press Corporation Plc (PCL), incorporated in Malawi and listed on the Malawi Stock Exchange, is the largest holding company with interests in different sectors of the Malawi economy, including energy, hospitality. telecommunications, property management, financial services, food and fast-moving consumer goods. It is a highly diversified company with stakes in several subsidiary companies, joint ventures and associated companies. PCL’s strategic approach emphasizes growth through investments in new projects and ventures, and in both greenfield and brownfield developments. More details can be accessed on www.presscorp.com.

2.0 THE ROLE

The Infrastructure Development Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end oversight, coordination, project management, and delivery of projects, including capital construction and real estate development projects on behalf of PCL. The successful candidate will manage all phases of the project lifecycle from feasibility and design through procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring delivery to the required quality standards, within approved budgets, and in accordance with agreed timelines.

3.0 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Project Planning and Feasibility

• Conduct comprehensive feasibility studies, site assessments, and preliminary technical investigations for proposed construction real estate development projects, and present findings with a clear recommendation to Management.
• Prepare detailed project cost estimates, bills of quantities, and technical feasibility reports to inform investment appraisals.
• Develop, maintain, and actively manage project execution plans, master schedules, and risk registers for all assigned projects, ensuring these are live documents that drive day-to-day project decision-making.

3.2 Procurement and Contract Management

• Prepare comprehensive technical specifications and scope of works
• Prepare comprehensive technical specifications and scope of works documents to inform tender packages developed by the Internal
• Procurement Committee for the appointment of contractors, sub- contractors, and project consultants.
• Maintain a comprehensive contracts schedule tracking key milestones expiry dates, payment schedules, and performance obligations across all assigned projects.
• Proactively monitor contractors’ and consultants’ performance on site against contractual deliverables and escalate instances of nonperformance or contractual breach to Management with recommended remedial actions.

3.3 Construction Oversight and Site Management

• Exercise hands-on oversight of all construction activities on site, taking direct ownership of execution in accordance with approved designs. specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor the project programme and implement corrective actions to maintain agreed schedules and budgets.
• Lead and drive regular progress engagements with contractors and consultants, holding all parties accountable for delivery.

3.4 Quality Assurance and Health, Safety and Environment

• Develop and enforce Quality Management Plans ensuring compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation on all project sites.
• Conduct HSE audits, investigate incidents. and implement corrective and preventive actions.

3.5 Testing, Commissioning and Project Handover

• Drive the testing and commissioning of all completed projects against required performance specifications, ensuring full delivery within approved budgets and strict adherence to agreed commissioning timelines.
• Ensure all as-built documentation, operations and maintenance manuals, and project close-out reports are comprehensively prepared, quality-checked, and formally submitted prior to handover.
• Oversee a structured and controlled project handover process, ensuring the end user receives a fully operational, defect-free asset with all supporting documentation, training, and warranties in place.

3.6 Project Reporting and Governance

• Prepare and submit regular project progress reports to Management highlighting key schedule milestones, cost performance, risks, and issues, in line with PCL’s governance protocols and reporting requirements.
• Prepare structured project papers and updates.
• Ensure all expenditure, contract awards, and scope changes are approved in accordance with delegation of authority framework.

4.0 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

4.1 Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related built environment
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management.
• Project management certification such as PRINCE2 or PMP.
• Membership of a recognized professional engineering body.

4.2 Experience

• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering. construction project management, or infrastructure development.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale commercial or mixed-use construction projects from inception to practical completion.
• Proven experience in construction contract administration under NEC, FIDIC, or JBC frameworks.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary project teams and liaising with statutory and regulatory authorities.
• Self-starter and team player with demonstrable ability to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

5.0. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong technical knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles applied to commercial construction.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling tools including MS Project or equivalent
• Sound knowledge of construction contracts, variation management, and claims resolution.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and the ability to interrogate architectural and engineering drawings.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage project budgets and cost reports.
• Excellent negotiation, contractor management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong ethical grounding, uncompromising personal integrity, and a high level of professional accountability.

6.0. HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals who meet the above criteria should send their applications together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating the names and addresses of three traceable referees by email only to: careers@presscorp.com.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Chief Finance and Administration Executive
Press Corporation Plc
P.O. Box 1227
Blantyre

Closing Date: Friday 20th November, 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Press Corporation Pic is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds.