Contract Manager - Engineers Assistant

Wsp Global Inc.; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Africa seeks an experienced Contract Manager for the Kusile Power Station project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in contract management, leadership skills, and a strong understanding of FIDIC contracts. Responsibilities include overseeing commercial matters and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of Contract Management experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Manage administration of a works package concerning all commercial, contractual, and performance matters.
• Monitor Contractor's Health and Safety performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in a construction-related discipline

Job description

Job Description

WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa.

To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders who share our guiding principles – we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated on an international scale; we are future-focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration in everything we do, and we have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.

Key Role

The role requires knowledge and understanding of all aspects of Contract Management, gained through experience working within contractor's or employer's organization. This includes, but is not limited to, understanding contracts, risk, health & safety, progress planning, partnering, and cost reporting methodologies.

The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible For

• The primary responsibility is to manage the administration of a works package concerning all commercial, contractual, and performance matters related to specific elements of the Kusile Power Station, South Africa, utilizing FIDIC and NEC form of Contracts.
• Fulfilling the role of the Package Engineer's Assistant as defined within a FIDIC Contract.
• Monitoring the Contractor's Health and Safety performance against the Contract's specific requirements.
• Monitoring the Contractor's Quality performance against the Contract's specific requirements.
• Monitoring the Contractor's progress against the Project's defined targets.
• Ensuring adherence to the Contract's commercial processes and procedures.
• Managing the commercial package objectives and communicating them to the team.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities to minimize Employer's liability.
• Developing and encouraging staff to take responsibility for sections of the Project.
• Fostering team spirit among team members.
• Performing any other tasks reasonably within the scope of the role.
• Being aware of and, where appropriate, applying SHEQ / Zero Harm Health and Safety objectives and Procedures.
• Being aware of the Environmental Objectives and Procedures associated with the Project Site.

Health and Safety

• Model standards for SHEQ performance and behavior aligned with the company's policies.
• Contribute to SHEQ risk identification and promote Zero Harm initiatives.
• Promote company values and maintain a safe working environment at all times.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 10 years of Contract Management experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within a contracting company or as an employer's Resident Engineer.
• Experience managing major contracts.
• Good understanding of FIDIC contract conditions.
• Technical knowledge in commercial, contract, and risk management.
• Exposure to large engineering and construction projects, preferably in the Power or Major Infrastructure Sector.
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop proactive and professional relationships within an integrated team.
• Ability to resolve problems independently and operate efficiently under pressure.
• Proven ability to drive organizational change and lead multi-disciplinary commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in a construction-related discipline.
• Membership of a Professional Institution.

Additional Information

We support work-life balance, individual needs, and acceptance for who we are.

Flexible working arrangements such as working from home, part-time work, or flexible hours can be discussed during your application process.

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