General Manager-Ipam

Phanda Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Johannesburg is seeking a senior manager in civil engineering to oversee the preparation of annual capital budgets and manage water and sanitation infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will possess a B Tech or BSc in Civil Engineering, with over 15 years of experience in the field, including 5 years in a senior management role. The role demands strong leadership and strategic thinking for effective service delivery.

Qualifications

• 15 years of post-qualification experience in civil engineering.
• 5 years at a senior management level in local government.
• Experience in strategy development and business planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage the compilation of annual capital budgets.
• Oversee capital budget planning and project initiation.
• Develop and manage departmental management plans.

Skills

Analytical and strategic thinking

People management

Sound judgment and business acumen

Service-oriented and innovative mindset

Problem-solving skills

Education

B Tech / BSc Civil Engineering (NQF 7)

Registration for Pr. Eng or Pr.

Job description

Job Overview

To manage the compilation of the annual capital budgets and longer-term capital plans as well as all planning related to the water and sanitation infrastructure including reticulation, reservoirs, pump stations and wastewater treatment works.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare the departmental contributions to the 3-year Strategic Plan and the Annual Business Plans regarding capital and 3-year medium plan.
• Evaluate and prioritise risks and assess the options for accommodating the risks.
• Develop departmental management plans and authorise implementation of the plans.
• Oversee the capital budget planning, initiation of projects and keeping pace with the requirements of other sections and relevant external bodies.
• Develop, review, manage and report on infrastructure Asset Management in alignment with asset management Policy and procedural guidelines.
• Monitor, review and approval of development applications.
• Monitor, and manage conceptual scoping assignments.
• Review the departmental organisation structure and make recommendations for possible improvements.
• Develop systems and procedures for the management and control of the departmental performance and deliverables.
• Control departmental expenditure by ensuring spending is appropriate and necessary for achievement of objectives.
• Develop and implement compliance management systems.
• Participate in Committees to facilitate the review and implementation of long-term projects.
• Establish a culture of excellence through performing and discussing the performance appraisal of department's head and providing opportunities for departmental staff members to develop their competencies.
• Approve the training needs of the department after the performance appraisal.
• Manage the monitoring, forecasting, demand for water, generation and treatment of wastewater.
• Ensure that adequate monitoring, forecasting and demand management investigations are carried out on an ongoing basis to allow for timeous augmentation of the water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Manage infrastructure planning to ensure compliance with the City's development plans.
• Manage investigations into adequacy of capacity and condition of existing water and sanitation infrastructure as well as requirements for future developments.
• Manage the preparation of the annual capital budget and longer-term financial plans.
• Manage the preparation and maintenance of the Water Services Development Plan.
• Manage resources to ensure effective and efficient strategic planning.
• Set and report on performance monitoring indicators on a monthly basis.
• Ensure alignment of asset management practices to local government, national treasury and international guidelines and best practice.
• Manage wayleave application and building plan submission and approval.
• Evaluate and approve township development applications.
• Approval of engineering scheme reports and construction drawings.
• Manage the development and access to GIS applications.
• Oversee updating and maintenance of GIS systems and Asset Management systems.

Desired Experience & Qualification

B Tech / Bsc Civil Engineering (NQF 7) Registered for Pr. Eng or Pr.

Tech15 years post qualifications experience in civil engineering of which 5 years is at a senior management level in the local government environment.

Experience in developing and implementing policies and procedures, strategy development, business planning, trouble shooting and problem solving.

Excellent knowledge of planning environment and development control processes.

Proven experience in effective people management and leadership.

Must be analytical and strategic thinker with sound judgement business acumen.

Service orientated, innovative, assertive and decisive.

Valid driver's License.

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