Manager jobs in South Africa

At Rimkus, our Built Environment Solutions team combines global reach with local expertise to shape the future of the built environment. Our engineers, architects, and technical specialists deliver innovative solutions that prioritize sustainability, resiliency, and long-term value. From design to operations, we help clients reduce risk, extend asset life, and cut costs—while making a real impact on how communities live and work. Joining Rimkus means being part of a forward-thinking team that’s solving today’s challenges and building tomorrow’s possibilities.

In this position, you will be responsible for project investigation, reporting, specification preparation, quality observation, and liaising with clients, contractors, and manufacturers. You must be able to manage multiple projects involving various scopes. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.

• Coordinate and conduct pre-bid, pre-start, progress, and final project site meetings.
• Collect field data required for the preparation of repair specifications, drawings, and tendering.
• Prepare technical specifications for roofing remediation projects.
• Provide support in the completion of design tender documents.
• Review drawings and specifications to verify that the scope of work if sufficient and to ensure that all required details, materials, methods, etc. are correctly specified.
• Assist with roof inspections, design investigations, and roof design.
• Participate in design review meetings for roofing, waterproofing and building envelope.
• Review project submittals and shop drawings to verify compliance with project specifications and drawings.
• Perform quality observations of work in progress to ensure compliance with tender documents and applicable codes and standards.
• Ongoing project management and contract administration of multiple projects at a time.
• Provide technical assistance to field technicians and technologists.
• Coordinate all input for time billing and job costing.
• Other assigned duties and tasks, as required.

• Completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma in an applicable or related field.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience the field of roofing and project management.
• Preference to candidates with Registered Roof Observer (RRO) designation.
• In-depth knowledge of different roofing and construction systems.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Demonstrate business integrity, creativity, and team spirit.
• Lead all activities with business integrity and the highest degree of professionalism.

Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. industrial, construction and/or residential sites). The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on sloped and flat roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to client sites or job sites. Working at heights, including accessing buildings by ladders, swing stages, and mechanical lifts will be necessary. The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary. The employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting inspections, speaking, and interacting with clients, preparing drawings and written reports.

There will be some occasions where overtime (or working after normal business hours) will be required to meet the demands of the position.

This position requires up to 80% local area travel. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions. We are an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodation is available for applicants selected for an interview.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

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