Construction Manager – CLCM

Armstrong Appointments; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee all activities related to the refurbishment of a Water Works Treatment Plant in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years of experience in the construction industry, particularly in Water & Sanitation projects, and hold a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with ECSA registration. This role requires managing site teams, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the construction industry.
• Proven experience in Water & Sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Experience in Water Treatment Works or similar refurbishment projects.

Responsibilities

• Overall management and supervision of construction activities on site.
• Planning, coordinating, and controlling civil, concrete, electrical, and mechanical works.
• Monitoring project progress, programme, and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / BTech in Civil Engineering

Professional Registration with ECSA (Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng)

Job description

The Construction Manager will be responsible for leading, managing, and coordinating all construction activities related to the refurbishment of a Water Works Treatment Plant. The role requires ensuring that the project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual, technical, and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management and supervision of construction activities on site
• Planning, coordinating, and controlling civil, concrete, electrical, and mechanical works
• Managing site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensuring compliance with project specifications, drawings, and contract requirements
• Monitoring project progress, programme, and budgets
• Ensuring compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations and environmental standards
• Liaising with clients, consulting engineers, project managers, and authorities
• Attending site meetings and preparing progress reports
• Ensuring quality control and adherence to construction standards
• Managing risk, identifying potential delays, and implementing corrective actions
• Overseeing commissioning and handover processes

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the construction industry
• Proven experience in Water & Sanitation infrastructure projects
• Experience in Water Treatment Works or similar refurbishment projects
• Bachelor’s Degree / BTech in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Professional Registration with ECSA (Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng)

Additional Qualifications & Experience (Advantageous)

• Postgraduate qualification in Construction Management or Project Management
• SACPCMP registration (Professional Construction Manager – Pr CM)
• Experience managing multidisciplinary works (civil, mechanical, electrical)
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC / GCC contracts
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Salary

TBA

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.