Josaia Vuniwai

Cost Management and Planning.

• *Prepare cost plans and budgets for construction projects.
• *Conduct cost analysis and cost control.
• *Ensure projects are completed within budget.

Contract Administration.

• *Prepare and manage tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities, and other documentation.
• *Assess contractor valuations and issue payment certifications.
• *Negotiate and resolve contract variations and claims.
• *Assist in the resolution of disputes between clients, contractors, and subcontractors.

Procurement.

• *Advise on procurement strategies.
• *Source and manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• *Conduct tenders and recommend the appointment of contractors.

Project Management.

• *Monitor project progress and set deadlines.
• *Coordinate with project managers, architects, engineers, and other professionals.
• *Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• *Manage minor projects with the assistance of project managers.
• *Undertake risk assessment, estimate commercial risks, and remain informed of the Project Risk Management Plan and Risk Register.

Professional.

• *General responsibility to undertake all other duties as directed by the supervising officer or Director of Projects.
• *Participate in organisational activities.

Construction management duties.

• *Preparation and vetting of tender packages.
• *Measurement of materials for procurement.
• *Delivery and storage implementation.
• *Shop drawing review.
• *Quality assurance of works.
• *Defect inspections.

Project management duties:

• *Cost planning and cost studies (Prepare cost plans and budgets).
• *Conduct cost analysis and cost control.
• *Procurement strategies.

Contract administration and procurement duties:

• *Prepare and manage tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities, and other documentation.
• *Advise on procurement strategies.
• *Source and manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• *Conduct tenders and recommend the appointment of contractors.

• *Managed and supervised design and build concept services, ensuring compliance with project specifications, timelines, and standards.
• *Developed project plans, conducted cost estimations, and prepared budgets for various construction projects.
• *Led tendering and estimating processes for building projects, negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• *Oversaw project execution, ensuring adherence to established operational processes and quality standards.
• *Mentored and developed staff, providing training and support to enhance team performance.
• *Identified business development opportunities, expanding revenue streams, and client base.
• *Implemented cost control measures to maintain projects within budget without compromising quality.
• *Coordinated with project managers to align cost management strategies with operational objectives.
• *Utilised advanced software tools for accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimations.
• *Evaluated construction methods and materials for cost efficiency and sustainability.
• *Helped optimise measurement systems and data management systems for precise results.
• *Facilitated regular meetings with project stakeholders to provide updates on cost management and progress.
• *Ensured compliance with construction regulations and standards throughout project lifecycles.

• *Valued completed work and supervised payments to suppliers and subcontractors, maintaining budget compliance.
• *Estimated quantities, costs, and time scales for materials and labor for planning and resource allocation.
• *Analysed project specifications and drawings to identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
• *Managed procurement processes, including tendering and contract negotiation, to secure best value for projects.
• *Implemented cost control measures to maintain projects within budget without compromising quality.
• *Utilised advanced software tools for accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimations.
• *Negotiated contracts, costs, and work schedules for team members to keep expenses low and within financial allocations.
• *Collaborated with architects and engineers to estimate project costs and timelines accurately.
• *Met clients to ascertain needs, sought clarifications on unclear issues, and used information gathered to generate schedules, budgets and plans for project completion.
• *Identified risks to project completion, recommending strategies to mitigate issues and avoid delays.
• *Drafted tender and contract documents, governed project activities, and ensured contractual compliance.
• *Conducted feasibility studies, analysed deliverables against specifications, and prepared progress reports.

• *Administered project planning, tendering, and estimating processes for multiple construction projects.
• *Managed subcontractor tasks, recorded activities and progress, and ensured timely billing and payments.
• *Conducted site inspections, implemented corrective actions, and maintained high-quality standards.
• *Developed procurement strategies to reduce costs and ensure value for money for clients.
• *Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• *Analysed project specifications and drawings to identify potential cost-saving opportunities.

• *Directed project administration tasks, coordinated team activities, and ensured project deadlines were met.
• *Managed data entry, filing systems, and supervised staff during the 2014 general election.

• *Supervised security operations, managed daily routines, and executed tasking for VIP escorts and convoy operations.
• *Maintained high levels of operational and personal physical fitness.

• *OPS supports administration tasking and assists the Chief Admin. Officer in all Admin. matters/tasking. Facilitate Admin. Internal & External correspondence, Conduct & supervise camp tower security routine, and Conduct & supervise foot patrol and Mobile Patrol. Conduct Observation Post Taskings and Conduct main gate checkpoint duties in UNP2-45 & UNP-72. Military Skills & Mission Orient Theory and practical training. Maintain a high level of OPS & personal physical fitness.

• *OPS support administration tasking and Assist Chief Admin. Officer in all Admin. matters/tasking. Facilitate Admin. Internal & External correspondence, Conduct & supervise camp tower security routine and Conduct & supervise foot patrol and Mobile Patrol. Conduct Observation Post Taskings and Conduct main gate checkpoint duties. Military Skills & Mission Orient Theory and practical training. Maintain high level of OPS & personal physical fitness

• *OPS support administration tasking and Assist Chief Admin. Officer in all Admin. matters/tasking. Facilitate Admin. Internal & External correspondence, Conduct & supervise camp tower security routine and Conduct & supervise foot patrol and Mobile Patrol. Conduct Observation Post Taskings and Conduct main gate checkpoint duties. Military Skills & Mission Orient Theory and practical training. Maintain high level of OPS & personal physical fitness