Social Solutions International, Inc. (Social Solutions) is a Hispanic and woman-owned business emphasizing quality research and evaluation, training and technical assistance, and institutional support services. We are a mission-driven organization that believes that superior science can improve the world. Social Solutions is dedicated to the creation of social and health solutions to improve the welfare of underserved populations worldwide.

Social Solutions is a large, thriving business with a fun atmosphere that encourages creativity, new ideas, and employee health and well-being. We put our employees first and use empathetic leadership, taking a genuine interest in our employees’ lives and the challenges they face in and out of the workplace. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) are integral to our company culture, and we are continuously striving to enhance our DEIA efforts across our company. You will feel like a contributing member of a growing team and company that has flexibility to enhance processes and procedures quickly to improve performance and growth. We help our employees carve out a professional pathway that has mutual benefits for them and Social Solutions. Social Solutions also offers exceptional compensation and benefits, detailed below.

The location of this position is Auki, Malaita Province with frequent visits to Honiara

The Pacific American Fund (the Fund) is a five-year, $35 million project financing facility funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) that serves a key platform for supporting the United States Government’s Indo-Pacific Strategy while also advancing USAID’s goals of promoting the localization of aid delivery. The goal of the Fund is to improve the quality of life in vulnerable communities and to improve access to services for remote communities in the region, and the Fund operates across 12 Pacific Island Countries. In addition to operating a grant-making facility, the Pacific American Fund supports USAID’s Strengthening Competitiveness, Agriculture, Livelihoods, and Environment Small-Scale Construction (SCALE) program in the Solomon Islands, specifically to support the tendering and construction of small-scale infrastructure (projects valued at USD 500,000 or less) that strengthens and expands the agribusiness sector in Malaita Province in the Solomon Islands. Approximately 11 projects are currently in consideration.

Social Solutions International Inc. is seeking one or more Project Managers to support small-scale infrastructure construction activities of the Pacific American Fund in the Solomon Islands. This position reports to the Pacific American Fund’s SSC Construction Supervisor based in Honiara, Solomon Islands or the Malaita Province.

Responsibilities of the SCALE SSC Project Manager include:

• Develop strong understanding of the project expectations, scopes, and contracts;
• coordinate efforts across entire projectbetween design team, SSC team, and construction subcontractors;
• provide direction over subcontracts;
• determine and define scope of work and deliverables, assess project designs, and confirm resources required to complete projects, as well as issue progress updates as needed regarding costs and timelines;
• manage construction schedule, activities, and costs (staying within budget);
• ensure necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory prerequisites are obtained;
• Support Quality Assurance inspections and reports provided by an outside firm;
• Support pre-qualification of construction firms and pre-bid meetings;
• Support preparation of small-scale construction tenders/solicitations;
• Support preparation of draft construction subcontracts consistent with AS 2124 or FIDIC requirements and support administration of construction contracts;
• Identify and address issues related to construction schedules, permitting, bonds, bidding, and procurement;
• Coordinate and support procurements, track expenditures, and support efforts to maintain cost control;
• Evaluate proposed substitutions or changes to the subcontract and construction, management implications, and make recommendations to SCALE SSC senior managers;
• Ensure general quality control;
• Ensure that monthly site meetings involving local stakeholders are conducted, take record of proceedings, and ensure follow-up actions;
• Monitor subcontractor activities ensuring the work meets project contractual expectations, quality standards, and schedule; liaise with the Construction Supervisor when implementation slippage arises;
• Verify work completed by the subcontractor to ensure consistency with design and technical specifications through physical inspection of work and review/confirm progress payments;
• Submit electronic reports of subcontractor progress, work completed, delays, materials on site, laborers, community members or government officials on site, issues, etc.;
• Monitor and maintain positive relationship with subcontractor, suppliers, and the community;
• Prepare and maintain a resource loaded project plan for all subcontracts and update as needed with updated project management software;
• Responsible to observe health, safety, and environmental safeguard protocols are adhered to by construction firms;
• Notify the subcontractor in case of non-compliance with the Health and Safety Plan and Quality Management Plan;
• Ensure work is done in compliance with all relevant building and safety codes;
• Support handover to local owners upon project completion;
• Snsure compliance with contract terms and the completion of deliverables;
• TRavel within the Solomon Islands to project sites and to meet SCALE implementing partners and local counterparts;
• Work closely with the Construction Manager and ensure compliance at all levels on the construction sites;
• Support the Construction Manager in communicating the progress of construction to the team; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, building construction, construction management, or architecture
• 5-7 years of experience in construction-focused project management, preferably in the Solomon Islands
• Experience with an international donor-funded program would be an added strength
• Knowledge and experience in applying AS 2124 and/or FIDIC regulations in construction contracting would be an added strength
• Comfortable reading and understanding blueprints and drawings or small-scale infrastructure
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction, engineering, and architecture principles
• The ability to engage local government and community stakeholders to secure buy in and ownership of the SCALE small-scale construction projects
• Professional attitude with the ability to be get tasks done
• Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs
• Strong interpersonal/diplomatic skills and cultural/political sensitivity
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer software; and
• Effective competent English writing and communication skills and knowledge of local language(s) are required

Social Solutions offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.socialsolutions.biz.

Social Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.