Contract Manager - Engineers Assistant

WSP Africa; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contract Management expert to oversee significant contracts for a major power project. This role involves managing work packages, ensuring compliance with FIDIC and NEC contracts, and leading a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract management, risk assessment, and health and safety, with a passion for fostering a collaborative work environment. Join a forward-thinking firm that values work-life balance and offers flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Work from Home Options

Part-time Work Opportunities

Flexible Hours

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Contract Management experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC contract conditions and commercial processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage administration of work packages for Kusile Power Station contracts.
• Monitor Contractor's performance against health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Contract Management

Leadership

Risk Management

Health and Safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Construction-related Discipline

Membership of a Professional Institution

Job description

The role requires knowledge and understanding of all aspects of Contract Management, gained through experience working within contractor or employer organizations. 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 :

• Managing the administration of work packages related to all commercial, contractual, and performance matters for specific elements of the Kusile Power Station, South Africa, using FIDIC and NEC contracts.
• Fulfilling the role of Package Engineer's Assistant as defined within a FIDIC Contract.
• Monitoring the Contractor's Health and Safety performance against contract-specific requirements.
• Monitoring the Contractor's Quality performance against contract-specific requirements.
• Monitoring the Contractor's progress against project targets.
• Ensuring adherence to contractual commercial processes and procedures.
• Managing commercial package objectives and cascading them to the team.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities to minimize employer liability.
• Developing staff responsibilities for project sections and fostering team spirit.
• Performing other tasks reasonably within the scope of the role.
• Applying SHEQ / Zero Harm Health and Safety objectives and procedures where appropriate.
• Being aware of environmental objectives and procedures related to the project site.

Health and Safety :

• Modeling SHEQ standards and influencing others to maintain standards.
• Contributing to SHEQ risk identification and Zero Harm initiatives.
• Promoting company values and maintaining a safe working environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 10 years of Contract Management experience, including 5 years in a leadership role within a contracting company or as a 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 Infrastructure sectors.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills; ability to develop professional relationships.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to operate under pressure.
• Proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary commercial teams and driving organizational change.

Qualifications

• A degree in a construction-related discipline.
• Membership of a professional institution.

Additional Information

What's in it for you?

We value work-life balance and support individual needs through flexible working arrangements like working from home, part-time work, or flexible hours. At WSP, we recognize the importance of personal time alongside professional commitments.