Manager Infrastructure Development

Job category : Construction Project Management
Location : Roodepoort
Contract : Permanent
Business Unit : Constantia Kloof
Remuneration : R 1,,.00
EE position : No

Introduction
The incumbent will manage infrastructure development staff and delivery of construction projects across all SANBS sites.

This role is required to fulfil the following objectives:

1. Provide effective and efficient planning and management of construction projects across SANBS.
2. Provide financial planning, cost estimation and effective cost control on construction projects.
3. Provide risk management guidance on contracting approach and on construction projects operations.

Key Performance Areas

1. KPA 1 : Financial Objectives - Effective Budget and Cost Management
   Develop cost estimates to inform annual capex budget for construction projects.
   Advise on the cost of the project considering alternative design and construction options.
   Advise on alternative procurement options for the construction project.
   Prepare initial budget estimates to test feasibility of proposals.
   Investigate market and advise business on likely effect of market conditions.
   Prepare, maintain and develop a project cost plan and cash flow forecast.
   Prepare cost analyses.
   Advise on the cost of the professional team.
   Advise on cost variances to allowance in the cost plan.
   Prepare interim valuations.
   Approve the cost of contractor invoices.
   Arrange release of retention funds and construction guarantees.
   Prepare the final account.
   Prepare department's annual budget for approval in accordance with management guidelines, by analysing previous expenditure and future estimates.
   Manage departmental capital expenditure in accordance with management guidelines by reporting progress against agreed timelines and costs.
   Manage operational expenditure in accordance with management guidelines, reviewing actual costs against budgeted costs and prepare monthly variance reports with supporting justification where appropriate.
2. KPA 2 : Project Management
   Undertake planning of construction projects.
   Identify and develop a project brief.
   Lead and manage the project team.
   Ensure that project risks are identified and managed.
   Advise on selection or appointment of the project team.
   Manage the integration and flow of design information.
   Manage the project planning processes including review and management of project schedules, project development documents and project status.
   Ensure efficient and effective monitoring and control of projects to successfully deliver on approved objectives.
   Assure that specification requirements are met during execution of projects.
   Ensure that project implementation performance is formally reviewed and lessons learnt are recorded to support value for money and continuous improvement efforts.
   Develop and maintain institutional design standards to provide reference point on projects.
   Advise in tender evaluation and contractor selection in accordance with SANBS procurement processes.
   Control, monitor and report on project progress.
   Project close-out and handover to user area.
3. KPA 3 : Manage customer and stakeholder relations
   Engage users in order to develop a plan to address various stakeholders' requirements and include as input into the project brief.
   Engage key project support departments including Finance, Legal and Procurement to ensure the most effective project procurement and contracting approach is agreed.
   Establish partnerships with utility companies, Municipal inspectors, insurance companies, and local community stakeholders, regarding functional activities and to enable open communication in management of submissions and approvals.
   Participate in insurance inspections and claims management processes related to construction assets and activities.
4. KPA 4 : Compliance with Construction safety, environment and other relevant regulatory requirements
   Ensure that construction projects comply with all applicable legislation and meet the required accreditation standards.
   Ensure that facilities design incorporates affordable environmental sustainability principles.
   Review SANBS sustainability strategy and develop an affordable SANBS Green Building.
   Establish a formal process with procedures and/or guidelines to manage statutory and safety requirements for construction projects, in order to ensure compliance and prevent safety incidents.
   Assure that regulatory-required submissions are completed and approvals are obtained in accordance with applicable regulations.
   Where a Professional Team is appointed, liaise with the team and ensure project complies with relevant regulations.
   Ensure where required, staff permits, licenses, and certificates are maintained, recorded, and remain current.
   Ensure appointed contractors implement effective safe working procedures to safeguard people and assets when executing construction projects.
5. KPA 5 : Effective Contract Management
   Liaise with Legal and Procurement and advise on project contractual matters.
   Liaise with Procurement on suitable construction contracts.
   Administer construction and consultants' contracts.
   Prepare recommendations for liquidated and ascertain damages.
   Attend adjudication and mediation proceedings.
6. KPA 6 : People Management and Support to Achieve Operational Objectives
   Develop a resource plan to address the required competency levels, resource levels, investment in training, performance management and empowerment of employees, as well the use of contractors.
   Manage execution of work in addressing departmental goals, objectives, and in maintaining the required standards of work performance.
   Ensure that all people working in the infrastructure unit have the appropriate level of competence in terms of knowledge and skills.
   Conduct performance management and monitor performance on an ongoing basis.
   Identify general training and staff development needs and ensure staff attend appropriate training programs.
   Undertake recruitment in line with applicable organisational policies.

Cognitive
Analytical thinking.
Judgement and decision making.
Problem solving.
Big picture thinking.
Technically creative and open-minded.

Personal
Resilience and stress management.
Drive and belief in the cause.
Ethical behaviour.
Excellent oral and written communication.
Comfortable with ambiguity and time spent outside of comfort zone acquiring new skills.

Education
University degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
Registered as a professional Quantity Surveyor with the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS).
Proficiency in cost estimation systems.
Proficiency in design and office software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Photoshop and Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience and knowledge requirements
5 years' experience in quantity surveying or cost consulting in the construction industry.
Sound knowledge of construction industry practices, regulations and standards.
Proficiency in cost estimation and cost management techniques.
Knowledge of construction contracts and legal aspects of construction projects.
Experience working with AutoCAD and/or with such other design software and be able to validate quantities from the given drawings.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

Other (knowledge and skills)
Project Management knowledge and skill.
Statutory compliance including but not limited to OHS Act; Building Regulation; Environmental Management Act.