Project Manager : Developments

Nedbank; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution based in Cape Town seeks a skilled Quantity Surveyor to manage risk and oversee development loans. The role involves ensuring projects adhere to bank policies while maintaining proactive communication with developers and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Quantity Surveying, project management, and a relevant degree. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant construction projects while working within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-8 years Quantity Surveying experience or a minimum of 5 years in property development.
• Technical knowledge of governance, risk, and controls is required.
• Project Management experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring progress of construction projects and ensuring compliance.
• Managing building loan progress payments and risk assessments.
• Building relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Project Management

Risk Management

Client Service

Education

Professional Qualifications / Honour's Degree

BSc Degree (Quantity Surveying)

Tools

Project Management Software

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

LocationPlease note that this role is based in Cape Town and candidates applying in any other region will need to relocate.Job PurposeThe facilitation and risk management on development loans funded by the Bank ensuring that construction projects adhere to Bank policies and procedures and that building draws are made in accordance with loan agreements, thereby protecting the interests of the bank and its clients.Job ResponsibilitiesProject Monitoring : Ensure that pro-active contact is maintained with developers, joint venture partners, and builders to keep abreast of the overall project status.

Facilitating the development loan process and ensuring that projects are completed in line with approval and specifications provided to the Bank.Progress Payments : Manage building loan progress payments and compliance with any authorities zoning and subdivision conditions.

Ensure that projects are completed in line with budgets and programmes provided to the Bank.Viability and Cost Assessment : Assess and verify the building and civils cost estimate contained in the viability presented by the developer.Keep up to date with changes in building / development costs, viability, financing, structuring of development loans and management of property developments.Assess and monitor the risk / reward profile of the development.

Taking a proactive approach on projects and highlighting risks and potential mitigants to all key stakeholders during the development process.Pre-Condition Scrutiny : Ensure all conditions are met prior to payment, including municipal approvals, town planning approvals and contractual information on the project.Client Service : Build and maintain relationships with clients and all stakeholders.Advise on and monitor all sustainable elements on the building during constructionUnderstanding and reporting on Green and sustainable elements in the building during construction.Essential Qualifications - NQF LevelProfessional Qualifications / Honour's DegreeDiplomaPreferred QualificationBSc Degree (Quantity Surveying)Essential CertificationsRelevant certification in PM practises or methodology (PRINCE / PMBOK ETC)Preferred CertificationAssociation of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS)EDGE expert accreditation would be an advantageMinimum Experience LevelMinimum of 5-8 years Quantity Surveying experience or a minimum of 5 years' experience in building and / or property development.Project Management experience, including a working knowledge of town planning criteria and environmental legislation would be a distinct advantage.Types of ExposureBuilt and maintained stakeholder relationshipsDeveloped and Implemented Communications StrategyRisk ManagementManaged SelfTechnical / Professional KnowledgeRelevant regulatory knowledgeCluster Specific Operational KnowledgeGovernance, Risk and ControlsData analysisRelevant project management platform and tool knowledgePrinciples of financial managementInformation Technology conceptsProject Tool Kitproject management principles and methodologiesBehavioural CompetenciesCollaboratingContinuous LearningPlanning and OrganizingCustomer OrientationMonitoring InformationLeveraging FeedbackEarning TrustEmployment Equity StatementPreference will be given to individual from underrepresented groups.

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