Project Manager Level 2

Amatola Water; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional water management company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee large-scale infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will manage approvals, develop tender specifications, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. A strong background in civil engineering, project management, and at least 8 years of relevant experience is required. This role encourages applications from individuals living with disabilities, as well as coloured and Indian females.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in the Infrastructure Environment.
• 8 years Project Management experience with a proven track record.
• Experience in the water infrastructure environment is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the approval process of the project charter and contract.
• Develop tender document specifications.
• Coordinate project needs with the Infrastructure Development Plan.

Skills

Project management skills

Knowledge of OHS Act

Knowledge of Environmental Act

Good overall knowledge of the water industry

Computer Literacy

Education

BSc / B Tech Civil Engineering (NQF 7)

National Diploma (NQF Level 6)

Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• BSc / B Tech Civil Engineering (NQF 7)

Preferred Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) , a Degree (NQF Level 7 ) or a post graduate Diploma in Project Management.

Professional Registration

• Professionally Registered with ECSA or SACPCMP , PMSA or PMI

Minimum Experience

• Minimum 8 years experience in the Infrastructure Environment
• 8 years Project Management experience with a proven track record in managing high level projects, project management skills (best project management practices) in terms of managing matrix structures, multi-disciplinary and multi projects.
• Experience in water infrastructure environment, will be an added advantage.

Key Outputs

Reporting to the Senior Manager Special Programmes, the employee will :

• Manage the approval process of the project charter and contract
• Develop tender document specifications
• Liaise with Supply Chain Management (SCM) with regard to the publication of tender documents
• Initiate and Manage Feasibility studies to ensure high accuracy and transparency during the adjudication of the results
• Co-ordinate project needs with the Infrastructure Development Plan
• Initiate and monitor GIS inputs for all feasibility studies
• Costing and budgeting of projects to ensure that adequate funding is available for construction
• Study feasibility reports carefully and make detailed recommendations regarding accuracy and quality of work done by consultants
• Prepare internal costing of projects
• Project manage all construction phases of the project to ensure that construction is correct and to specification are and to ensure that corrections can be made timeously
• Study the project stages in detail to ensure a good understanding of the critical construction issues
• Confirm that construction is in line with the initial goal of the project
• Prepare a quality control plan
• Attend all technical and progress meetings
• Manage consultant activity
• Prepare regular progress reports for the CEO and Department of Water and Sanitation
• Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) to ensure that Amatola Waters projects adhere to the regulations of the relevant Acts
• Identify projects and actions, which may damage the environment
• Know and understand the National Environmental Management Act
• Confirm that projects conform to the environmental legislation
• Management to ensure that resources are used according to maximum potential
• Management of technical staff per project basis
• Co-ordinate projects with other role-players
• Check staff timesheets for accuracy

Competencies

• Knowledge of OHS Act
• Knowledge of Environmental Act
• Contract Management Standards : GCC 2000
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management Processes
• Knowledge of PFMA
• Good overall knowledge of the water industry
• Computer Literacy
• Valid unendorsed drivers license

People living with disabilities, coloured and Indian Females are encouraged to apply