Civil Engineering Project Manager

Wenz; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering seeks a Site Manager to oversee operations at their various sites. The role involves maintaining production targets, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, solid experience, and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including allowances and a pension fund contribution.

Benefits

Cell Phone Allowance

Car Allowance

Pension Fund Contribution

Pro rata 13th cheque in birthday month

On-site diesel fuel supplied for work purposes

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role within civil engineering.
• Experience in planning and programming.
• Strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of site operations.
• Maintain production targets and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and oversee activities.

Skills

Adaptability to company culture

Contractual knowledge

Commercial awareness

Organizational skills

Strong IT skills

Budgeting skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Relevant Degree or Diploma

SACPCMP registration or similar

Tools

MS Projects

Candy

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Blackheath

Salary and Benefits

R75 000 - R100 000 [Cell Phone Allowance, Car Allowance, Pension Fund Contribution, Pro rata 13th cheque in birthday month, On-site diesel fuel supplied for work purposes (if diesel vehicle)]

Reporting Line

• Operations Manager / General Manager

Main Purpose

• Overall management of site operations.
• Maintain production targets for each site and ensure each site operates within prescribed costs budgets. Coordinate and control activities of site staff and ensure all work complies with quality standards as set out in the contract and company policies and procedures.
• Compile and submit claims for contract sites to Contracts Manager.

Specific Responsibilities

• Pre-project preparation including familiarization with project specifications, special conditions, bill of quantities, and critical items.
• Establish financial plans such as programme, resource schedule, break-even analysis, and measurement systems.
• Ensure contractual requirements are fulfilled, checklists completed, and arrangements made for initial site meetings, existing services, camp setup, and organizational arrangements.
• Manage project startup procedures, including quantities take-off and material ordering.
• Supervise productivity by allocating work, overseeing setting out, instructing on processes, and monitoring progress.
• Hold regular meetings to update on progress and requirements, highlighting critical activities.
• Manage resources efficiently, monitor material usage, and ensure quality standards.
• Maintain progress according to schedule and budget, update programmes, and control costs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, oversee their activities, and hold regular meetings.
• Prepare and submit progress and variation reports, claims, and invoices on time.
• Maintain communication with clients, engineers, and authorities to meet contract requirements.
• Lead and motivate the construction team, including subcontractors.
• Maintain a safe site, ensuring health and safety compliance, secure equipment, and minimize public inconvenience.
• Promote good labor relations and uphold the company's image.

Additional Notes

This job description is not exhaustive; employees may be required to perform tasks within their abilities to ensure project completion. It serves as a training, development, and performance guideline.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Relevant Degree or Diploma
• SACPCMP registration or similar (preferable)
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role within civil engineering
• Experience in planning and programming (MS Projects or Candy)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and participate in new projects

Skills Required

• Adaptability to company culture
• Contractual knowledge and understanding of construction processes
• Commercial awareness and good organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and establish good relationships
• Strong IT and budgeting skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team, meet deadlines, and solve problems
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills
• Understanding of health and safety standards

Key Performance Indicators

• Project success, client feedback, and compliments
• Production levels, awards, and referrals
• Profitability, variation orders, and shortfalls identified early