Job Opening at Koforidua Technical University

May 17, 2026 1:40 pm

Job Opening at Koforidua Technical University

POSITION: Director of Works and Physical Development

Koforidua Technical University is seeking a Director of Works and Physical Development to lead our Works and Physical Development Directorate. If you have served as Deputy Director of Works in a university or a comparable grade in a similar organization for at least six years, and you possess strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills, this role offers the opportunity to supervise contracts, manage buildings and grounds, advise on land use, and shape the physical development of a university with 14,000 students and growing.

Why Koforidua Technical University?

Koforidua Technical University operates under the Technical Universities Act 922 (2016), as amended by Act 974 (2018). Our vision is to become a reference point for world class science and technology education. Also, our mission focuses on providing tertiary level technical education through career focused skills developed in collaboration with industry. Our core values are Innovation, Integrity, and Impact. With a total student population of 14,000 and a staff population of 627, the university continues to expand its physical infrastructure to support teaching, learning, and research. As Director of Works and Physical Development, you will not simply manage projects; you will implement all infrastructural projects, ensure cost efficiency and quality, and confirm that designs conform to current national and international standards.

Your Mission

You will serve as the Head of the Works and Physical Development Directorate, reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor. Your responsibilities include supervising all works and contracts to ensure construction and renovations meet industry standards and specifications. You will also advise on procurement of consultancy services, oversee construction contract compliance, manage university buildings, roads, drains, parks, gardens, and their designs, plus advise on land use control. Additionally, you will advise the Vice Chancellor and University Council on land and development matters while performing other duties assigned by the Vice Chancellor.

Key Responsibilities

Your role spans contract supervision, procurement advice, project management, facility maintenance, land use advice, and strategic counsel. Here is what you will tackle:

Contract Supervision

You will supervise all works and contracts to ensure construction and renovations align with prevailing industry standards and specifications.
Ensuring contractors deliver quality work on time and within budget.

Procurement Advice

You will advise on the procurement of consultancy services, helping the university select qualified architects, engineers, and project managers.

Construction Contract Management

You will oversee construction contract management, ensuring compliance and due delivery of projects.
Resolving disputes or delays before they escalate.

Facility & Grounds Management

You will manage and maintain university buildings, roads, drains, parks, gardens, and their design drawings.
Scheduling preventive maintenance to extend asset life.

Land Use Advice

You will advise on the management and control of land use, protecting university property boundaries and optimizing space utilization.

Strategic Counsel

You will advise the Vice Chancellor and University Council on land and development matters, supporting long term planning.
Performing any other duties assigned by the Vice Chancellor.

What You Bring to the Role

Qualifications & Professional Memberships

A minimum of a Master’s degree in a Built Environment profession.
Relevant professional qualifications such as membership in the Ghana Institute of Architects (GIA), Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE), Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Experience

Service as Deputy Director of Works and Physical Development in a university or comparable grade in a similar organization for at least six years.
Alternatively, service in a relevant field in industry, commerce, or public service with a minimum of twenty years of relevant post qualification experience.

Skills & Attributes

Computer literacy in relevant software applications for design, project management, and documentation.
Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
Ability to motivate, manage, and direct staff effectively.
A high sense of industry, leadership qualities, and organizational skills.
A visionary, result oriented mindset that aligns with the university’s core values.

Terms of Appointment

The appointment is full time for four years in the first instance. The university may renew it for only one more term of four years, subject to satisfactory performance, provided no part of the second term enters your compulsory retirement age.
Eligible candidates must be able to complete at least a four year tenure before attaining the age of 60 years.
Salary and conditions of service attached to the position are very attractive.

Why This Role Suits You

University Leadership: You will lead a directorate at a growing technical university with 14,000 students.
Infrastructure Impact: You will shape how the university builds, maintains, and expands its physical assets.
Professional Autonomy: You will advise the Vice Chancellor and Council directly, influencing strategic decisions.
Attractive Compensation: The university offers very attractive salary and conditions of service.

Key Details to Remember

Role: Director of Works and Physical Development
University: Koforidua Technical University
Location: Koforidua, Eastern Region
Experience Required: Minimum 20 years post qualification OR 6 years as Deputy Director
Education Required: Master’s degree in Built Environment plus professional certification
Tenure: 4 years, renewable once for 4 years
Age Requirement: Must complete first term before age 60

How to Apply for this Job at Koforidua Technical University

If you possess the qualifications and drive to excel as Director of Works and Physical Development, we want to hear from you. Follow these steps:

Prepare eight hard copies each of your application letter, CV (including names and addresses of three referees), and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
Prepare eight hard copies of a Statement of Candidate’s Vision for the Directorate (maximum 1,000 words).
Place all documents in one envelope marked “Application for Director of Works and Physical Development of Koforidua Technical University” and send under registered cover.
Additionally, email one soft copy combining all documents into a single PDF file named with your full name.

Address hard copy submissions to:

The Chairperson
Search Committee for Director of Works and Physical Development
C/o The Registrar (Administration Block, 2nd Floor, Room 333)
Koforidua Technical University
P. O. Box KF 981
Koforidua, Eastern Region – Ghana

Send soft copies to: searchcommittee.works@ktu.edu.gh

Closing Date: The closing date is May 29, 2026. Join Koforidua Technical University and lead the physical development of a reference point for world class science and technology education. Apply today. We look forward to receiving your application.

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