Quantity Surveyor/Retail Expansion Manager

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor/Retail Expansion Manager who will take full responsibility of growing the HealthPlus and CasaBella brands by aggressively driving the expansion of the business in multiples of shops and in all locations in the country.
Key elements of the role:
Report to the COO
Develop and direct strategies with the Executive team for the Retail Expansion department and ensure strategies are aligned with the vision of HealthPlus Group
Develop process, procedures and systems for the department in order to deliver the department’s strategy and action plan
Identify, evaluate, negotiate and manage business opportunities for branch expansion that will contribute to the organisation’s short and long term business goals
Identify new opportunities for retail locations and business development
Liaise and negotiate with in conjunction with management retail property developers, landlords and land owners to identify viable retail spaces and opportunities
Handle property related issues and manage relationship with all Landlords/Estate Managers
End-to-end management (plan, implement, manage, evaluate and review) of branch development projects such as expansion, relocation and renovation within stipulated deadlines and cost
Liaise with and coordinate all relevant departments towards branch opening activities through the hand holding period till hand over to store management
Liaise and partner with Facilities and Admin department to ensure that all physical facilities including electrical, carpentry, civil works and plumbing systems are functioning optimally
Work with Facilities and Admin department to ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government regulations
Plan, administer and control budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies
Liaise with relevant government bodies to facilitate prompt processing of property related issues (certificate of occupancy, land use, local government fees, etc)
Ensure only registered and accredited vendors in their areas of expertise are sourced and contracted
Source for vendors/service providers for all supplies and services
Maintain a comprehensive database of vendors to enable swift sourcing of service providers data
Negotiate with local agencies to obtain the best rates for each retail locations Desired Skills and Experience
Minimum of HND/BSC in Quantity Surveying
Professional qualification will be an added advantage
Minimum of 7 years post graduate experience in a supervisory role
Must have a clear understanding of HSE building regulations and legal guidelines
Experience in liaising with Architects and Engineers in a professional manner
Ability to read plans and specifications to exact detail
Must have demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage multiple competing priorities while consistently meeting deadlines
Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
Relevant experience in retail expansion and project management is an added advantage
Leadership & managerial skills
Project management skills
Negotiation,persuasion and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and strong attention to details
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Suite Package – Excel, Word, PowerPoint and MS Project