Building Infrastructure Manager

SBV South Africa; Houghton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

SBV South Africa is seeking a mid-to-senior facilities and infrastructure project professional to lead assessments, capital planning and governance for buildings and related assets.

You will coordinate multidisciplinary design inputs, manage scope and budgets, ensure regulatory compliance and drive successful contractor performance from planning through handover.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Building Science, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Project Management or a related built-environment discipline.
• Formal project management qualification or certification will be advantageous.
• Training in occupational health and safety, contract administration or construction law will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead condition assessments, upgrade evaluations, due diligence reviews and capital planning studies for buildings, infrastructure systems and related facilities assets.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, governance requirements and resource needs for approved infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate design development and technical inputs across architecture, engineering, quantity surveying, fire protection, security, ICT, mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules and contractor submissions to ensure alignment with requirements and standards.
• Monitor project delivery against scope, programme, safety, cost and risk, escalating deviations and recommending corrective action.
• Support commissioning, practical completion, defects close-out, handover and documentation control.

Skills

Building regulations

OH&S requirements

Project planning

Contract administration

Risk management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Construction Management or related

Formal project management qualification

Job description

Description

• Lead condition assessments, upgrade evaluations, due diligence reviews and capital planning studies for buildings, infrastructure systems and associated facilities assets.
• Assess business needs, statutory obligations, lifecycle condition, operational risks and cost implications to inform capital expenditure recommendations and prioritisation.
• Prepare feasibility reports, project motivation documents, option analyses, concept scopes, high-level budgets and implementation recommendations for approval.
• Translate operational requirements into practical infrastructure solutions that are safe, compliant, maintainable and commercially sound.
• Provide technical input on refurbishment, expansion, consolidation, relocation and infrastructure replacement initiatives across the portfolio.

Description

• Lead condition assessments, upgrade evaluations, due diligence reviews and capital planning studies for buildings, infrastructure systems and associated facilities assets.
• Assess business needs, statutory obligations, lifecycle condition, operational risks and cost implications to inform capital expenditure recommendations and prioritisation.
• Prepare feasibility reports, project motivation documents, option analyses, concept scopes, high-level budgets and implementation recommendations for approval.
• Translate operational requirements into practical infrastructure solutions that are safe, compliant, maintainable and commercially sound.
• Provide technical input on refurbishment, expansion, consolidation, relocation and infrastructure replacement initiatives across the portfolio.

Project planning, design coordination and delivery oversight.

• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, governance requirements and resource needs for approved infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate design development and technical inputs across architecture, engineering, quantity surveying, fire protection, security, ICT, mechanical and electrical disciplines, as applicable.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules and contractor submissions to ensure alignment with business requirements, approved standards and constructability principles.
• Monitor project delivery against scope, programme, quality, safety, cost and risk requirements, escalating deviations and recommending corrective action where required.
• Support commissioning, practical completion, defects close-out, handover and documentation control to ensure infrastructure assets are fit for purpose and adequately supported.

Regulatory compliance, standards and occupational health and safety governance.

• Ensure that planning, design, alteration and project delivery activities comply with applicable building regulations, municipal requirements, fire and life-safety provisions and relevant statutory approvals.
• Provide informed oversight on occupational health and safety requirements in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable Construction Regulations, ensuring that project risks are identified, communicated and managed.
• Promote adherence to technical standards, codes of practice, landlord obligations, lease conditions and internal governance requirements affecting building infrastructure delivery.
• Coordinate compliance-related documentation, design reviews, inspections and close-out records to support audit readiness and regulatory assurance.
• Identify non-compliance, latent risk and design-control weaknesses and drive appropriate remediation measures.

Contractor, consultant and commercial management.

• Support the procurement process through the development of scopes of work, technical requirements, tender evaluation inputs and contractor performance expectations.
• Manage service providers, consultants and contractors against agreed deliverables, contractual obligations, safety expectations, quality standards and service levels.
• Review quotations, variation orders, payment applications and cost reports to ensure commercial discipline and value for money.
• Contribute to budget preparation, cash-flow forecasting, Capex and Opex tracking, and cost optimisation across approved infrastructure initiatives.
• Promote disciplined contract administration, issue resolution and record keeping throughout the project lifecycle.

Portfolio insight, reporting and stakeholder management.

• Maintain visibility of infrastructure condition, statutory exposure, deferred maintenance pressures and capital priorities across the property portfolio.
• Prepare executive and management reports on assessments, project status, budget performance, compliance matters, emerging risks and recommended interventions.
• Engage effectively with internal stakeholders, business leadership, landlords, professional teams, local authorities and service providers to support informed decision-making.
• Provide specialist input on facilities strategy, workplace functionality, lifecycle planning, resilience and sustainability considerations relevant to infrastructure decision-making.

People management.

• Create a performance-driven and accountable working environment that supports delivery, learning and professional conduct.
• Lead, coach and direct team members and service partners to achieve agreed objectives and required service standards.
• Manage team responsibilities in line with SBV policies, workforce plans and approved organisational requirements.
• Address conduct, performance and development matters in accordance with labour legislation and internal processes.

Governance.

• Subscribe and align to SBV Services' ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standards, ensuring the department's processes and quality management system remain compliant at all times.
• Support SBV's ESG journey by reporting on and managing relevant environmental, social and governance requirements applicable to facilities and infrastructure.

Lead as an Ambassador and executor of Change.

• Act as a change leader during periods of infrastructure or operational change to support continuity, readiness and effective implementation.
• Embed approved processes, standards and governance controls across projects and operational interfaces.
• Facilitate the necessary presentations, workshops or forums to ensure consistent and accurate communication to relevant stakeholders.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Building Science, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Project Management or a related built-environment discipline.
• Formal project management qualification or certification will be advantageous.
• Training in occupational health and safety, contract administration or construction law will be advantageous.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 8 years' relevant experience in facilities, building infrastructure, property projects, construction delivery or built-environment programme management.
• At least 5 years' experience in managing medium to large building upgrade, refurbishment, infrastructure renewal or capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience in building assessments, project feasibility, statutory compliance and contractor or consultant management.
• Exposure to operational environments where business continuity, safety, regulatory compliance and budget control are critical.

Functional Competencies

• Knowledge of building regulations, municipal approval processes, construction legislation and statutory compliance obligations applicable to building projects.
• Understanding of occupational health and safety requirements, including design and delivery interfaces relevant to construction and infrastructure works.
• Knowledge of project planning, lifecycle costing, contract administration, infrastructure maintenance principles and capital budgeting.
• Understanding of architectural coordination, building services integration and technical documentation review.
• Working knowledge of facilities and infrastructure operations, contractor governance and risk management.

Work Level
Mid-Level
Job Type
Permanent
Salary
Market Related
EE Position
No
Location
Houghton