Current Vacancies at Alfred and Victoria Associates, 28th May, 2018

Alfred & Victoria Associates is one of Nigeria’s leading ICT solution based company. Our company offers a wide range of services which are in high demand of today’s emerging market. AVA has three major arms which have been streamlined to meet our customer's needs. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Architect Location: Lagos Job Description

• We are looking for a right-brained Architect to perform all phases of architectural work including planning, designing and overseeing the construction
• You will be involved in designs, extensions, alterations, restorations and conservations from the earliest stages right through to completion
• The goal is to match client’s needs and to produce sustainable, functional and aesthetically pleasing designs.

• Controlling projects from start to finish to ensure high quality, innovative and functional design
• Using the construction “brief” to identify clients’ needs and put together feasibility reports and design proposals.
• Developing architecture in line with client’s needs, building’s usage and environmental impact.
• Control project from start to finish to ensure high quality, innovative and functional design.
• Take the “brief” to identify clients’ needs and put together feasibility reports and design proposals.
• Develop ideas keeping in mind client’s needs, building’s usage and environmental impact.
• Produce detailed blueprints and make any necessary corrections.
• Compile project specifications.
• Ensure that all works are carried out to specific standards, building codes, guidelines and regulations.
• Make on site visits to check on project status and report on project.
• Cooperate and liaise with construction professionals.
• Follow architectural trends and advancements.

• BS Degree in Architecture.
• One to three years’ experience in designing and modelling
• Proven working experience as an architect.
• Strong portfolio to prove artistic skills.
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.
• Excellent drawing skills and familiarity with design software (Adobe Photoshop, SketchUp, 3d Studio VIZ or similar).
• Strong imagination and the ability to think and create in three dimensions.
• Visual awareness and an eye for detail.
• Communication and project management skills.

• Very attractive.

• The Facility Operations & Maintenance Manager will be responsible for managing the Functions pertaining to facility Operations & Maintenance Management of the exclusive sites and leased sites.

• Serve as the point of contact for all POPs with IHS and other service providers
• Coordinate facilities engineers & service providers to deliver POP site availability as defined in the Service Level Agreement (SLA)
• Motivates and coordinates employees, as well as deal with any disciplinary issues that may come up. Provide individual and team supervision, support, and performance evaluations for all assigned staff.
• Train and schedule assigned staff; ensure that safety procedures and work practices are followed at all times.
• Recommend training, professional development and work evaluation of assigned facilities engineers, making recommendations on hiring, termination, promotion and discipline as may be required.
• Monitor and control expenses within a defined budget.
• Ensure risk-free inputs for all MOP (Method of Procedure) activity for the different work groups within the Engineering team with the aim of ensuring that these MOP are completed as scheduled and without disrupting operation
• Develop and maintain, from time to time, strategies for continuous performance improvement.
• Define standards and perform Quality Control on structured cabling and related projects on all leased sites and other Facility.
• Create plans, schematics, rack selection, load calculations, systems narratives and specifications, system design and layout, field investigation and facility management administration.
• Ensure housekeeping and safety standards are maintained in all PoPs.
• Manage and maintain inventory of equipment and consumables required on all sites, ensuring availability and repair / return of same.
• Maintain accurate records of the condition of systems, equipment in all buildings, and inspections.
• Develop policies, procedures and work standards required for the implementation of POP sites and ensuring compliance by all installers.
• Drive team to prepare regular reports on all PoPs conditions, inspections and work orders as may be necessary.
• Ensures compliance with applicable building and safety codes, hazardous waste disposal, OSHA, hazardous materials, etc.

• B.Sc/HND from an accredited Institution in Engineering or Technical discipline
• 5+ years of relevant telecom sites maintenance & operations combined experience in implement “Change Operation” in critical Infrastructure.
• 8 - 10 years' experience in GSM and or CDMA site maintenance and operations is a requirement.
• Good knowledge of equipment from various manufacturers to assist in making proper selections and ensuring installation standards.
• Basic understanding of networks, telephony systems, WIFI, routing, switching and carrier circuits.
• Migration/move management experience, a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make quick and accurate decision in the face of emergency.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Team player and a problem solver.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

• Accurate, analytical and process driven.
• Hands-on experience in Telecommunication site build & maintenance.
• Customer Service oriented (Have the ability to deal with clients on all levels and resolve problems).