Director : Infrastructure Planning and Projects

University of Kwazulu Natal; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kwazulu Natal seeks a Director for Infrastructure Planning and Projects to provide strategic leadership in managing large-scale infrastructure development projects. The role involves overseeing project execution, financial management, and alignment with the university's strategic goals. Successful candidates will have a master's degree, significant project management experience, and a proven ability to lead diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a Professional Construction Project Manager, Architect, or Engineer.
• Ten years of relevant experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Five years in a senior role overseeing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for infrastructure management services.
• Lead capital improvement projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure financial oversight of project budgets and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Planning

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Master’s degree in Built Environment disciplines

Job description

Job title : Director : Infrastructure Planning and Projects

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban Deadline : August 04, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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• Provide strategic and operational leadership for university-wide infrastructure and project management services.
• Lead capital improvement and major renewal projects from concept to completion.
• Manage relationships with external consultants, contractors, and service providers.
• Develop and implement the Campus Master Plan and ensure alignment with UKZN’s vision and strategic priorities.
• Ensure strict financial oversight of capital project budgets, cash flows, and reporting compliance.
• Lead human resource development and discipline management for internal infrastructure teams.
• Master’s degree in Built Environment disciplines and / or sub-disciplines.
• Registration as a Professional Construction Project Manager (SACPCMP), Professional Architect (SACAP), or Professional Engineer (ECSA).
• Ten (10) or more years of relevant post-bachelor’s degree qualification experience managing large-scale (at least R50 million) infrastructure development projects.
• At least five (5) years in a senior role leading the management of multiple, complex, multi-million-rand infrastructure or construction projects, including aspects such as design coordination, procurement, stakeholder engagement, and contract administration.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional professional and technical teams of at least 10 direct and / or indirect reports.
• Strong financial planning, control, and reporting experience.