Project Leader/ Architect

Zeal HR; Parow; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry seeks a Project Leader/ Architect to manage complex projects. Responsibilities include oversight of project delivery, ensuring compliance with contracts, and managing project financials. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience in high-stakes construction projects, along with necessary qualifications from SACAP.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-registration with SACAP required.
• Experience in high complexity construction projects advantageous.
• Strong project management and delegation skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage submitted projects ensuring adherence to cash flow and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and manage contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with JBCC and NEC contract management.

Skills

Project Management

Architect

SACAP

Education

Degree in Architecture

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

An exciting opportunity has become available within the construction industry, for a Project Leader/ Architect The position is based in Plattekloof. Responsible for managing, delivering, implementing, monitoring, and reporting of the programme.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2 years post-registration - Must be professionally registered with SACAP
• Degree in Architecture
• Able to work in an open office environment with other professionals
• Experience in government health projects is advantageous or at least experience in high complexity construction projects
• Sound working knowledge and experience with JBCC 6.2 Principal Building Agreement is essential. exposure to NEC 3 & 4 contracts is beneficial
• Knowledge of CIDB, PROCSA, Fee Scales, consultant's appointments.
• Able to review, compile and endorse Contract Instructions & Extension of time claims
• Experience with project-specific cash flow projections (Construction and PSP fees) is beneficial
• STRONG project management and delegation skills
• Following Procedures, Protocols, and Instructions.
• Able to work under strict deadlines
• Proficient in MS Word & Excel & Outlook
• Strong formal writing skillset
• Strong administration skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Managing the projects allocated, including but not limited to the following:

• Ensuring adherence with cashflow and programme.
• Meeting deadlines.
• Keeping the server up to date at all times.
• Ensuring that all documentation is filed correctly.
• Managing consultant's appointments and performance.
• Managing contractor's appointments and performance.
• Complying with all processes and protocols.
• Management of Contracts, including JBCC and NEC.
• Checking invoices and their correctness.
• Reviews of invoices.
• Review of appointments, additional fees, and any other related matters.
• Making sure Auditor General audits are successfully completed.

General

• Any additional administration tasks that may be required from time to time.
• The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a Programme Manager.

Key Decisions This Position Makes

• Escalate problems on projects timeously.
• Ensuring the integrity of data collected, collated, and submitted.
• Operational Decisions related to work responsibilities.
• Ensuring adherence with programme and budget.

Responsibilities Delegated to This Position

• Manage, develop, and sustain effective working relations with internal stakeholders.

Desired Skills:

• Architect
• Project Leader
• Project Management
• SACAP

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:

• Degree
• The South African Council for the Architectural Profession