Assistant Construction Manager- Ga-Kgapane Limpopo

Oxyon People Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm seeks an experienced Assistant Construction Site Manager for a renewable energy project. The role requires strong project management skills and collaboration across teams. Candidates should have a degree in engineering, 3-5 years of construction experience, and proficiency in English with additional languages as a plus. This role is crucial for overseeing contractors and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards during the project's duration.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant construction experience, preferably in renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of HSE and Quality procedures.
• SACPCMP registration as a Pr.CM or candidate is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Follow guidelines set by the Construction Manager and propose improvements.
• Assist in planning and managing technical project resources.
• Review technical documentation compliance by contractors.
• Manage and interface with contractors and suppliers on technical aspects.
• Conduct site inspections, monitor activities, and ensure compliance with permits.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Afrikaans or Portuguese

Proactive working style

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Good communication skills

Strong planning abilities

Education

Degree/Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Main purpose of position

The Company requires an experienced Assistant Construction Site Manager to be appointed within the EPC (Principal Contractor) Team for the Project, with the responsibility to assist the Construction Manager in constructing the PV facility.

The project will use a split-contract solution, where the Company as the Principal Contractor manages various Subcontractors to execute the works. Constructing the PV Plant will require close collaboration between the Company EPC team, Subcontractors, and Owner’s Engineers to ensure the project's success.

The Assistant Construction Site Manager will be based at the Bolobedu PV Project construction site for the duration of the project.

Key Interlocutors Internal :

• HSE organization
• Project Manager
• Tests and Commissioning team
• Engineering Department
• Procurement and Logistics Department
• Contracts Managers
• Owner’s Engineers
• PMO and QSE personnel

External :

• Customer organization on site
• Suppliers and Subcontractors
• Other stakeholders such as local communities, local authorities, grid operators, public, etc.

Position specification :

• Role : Assistant Construction Manager
• Location : Ga-Kgapane, Limpopo
• Duration : 12 months

Main responsibilities :

• Business Line : Follow guidelines set by the Construction Manager, propose improvements or optimizations on procedures.
• Assist in planning and managing technical project resources to ensure tasks are completed on schedule.
• Review and ensure technical documentation compliance by service providers and contractors.
• Assist Construction Manager :
• Manage and interface with contractors and suppliers on technical aspects.
• Support in completing project documentation.
• Site Management organization :
• Ensure project implementation aligns with the Final Project Design.
• Manage design change requests and monitor work adherence to schedule, compliance, and quality.
• Provide technical support to the team.
• Enforce HSE and Quality procedures, act as OHS Act 8.1 appointee, and promote a Zero Tolerance policy on site safety.
• Conduct site inspections, monitor activities, and ensure compliance with permits and standards.
• Manage team and contractors to comply with the Project’s EMPr and EA.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining onsite offices and facilities.
• Report activities to the Project Manager.
• Manage site logistics and stakeholder interfacing.
• Coordinate with Subcontractors, Environmental Control Officer, Owner’s Engineer, LTA, Eskom, and local authorities.
• Host site visits and facilitate audits.

Education and Technical Skills Level :

• Degree/Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• 3-5 years of relevant construction experience, preferably in renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of project scheduling tools and techniques.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans or Portuguese; additional languages are a plus.
• Knowledge of HSE and Quality procedures.
• SACPCMP registration as a Pr.CM or candidate is advantageous.

Required Soft Skills :

• Experience working with international, multicultural teams across time zones.
• Proactive, independent, and self-motivated working style.
• Analytical skills for managing onsite crises.
• Leadership and high motivation.
• Relationship, trust-building skills, and integrity.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong planning abilities.