Project Manager (N001503)

North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit; Vanderbijlpark; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

North-West University is seeking a Project Manager to oversee infrastructure development at the Vanderbijlpark campus. You will manage multiple projects ensuring compliance with university standards and regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates should possess a construction-related degree and have at least five years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience as a Project Manager.
• Knowledge of JBCC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction projects across campuses.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Develop procurement plans and manage project budgets.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction / Built Environment

Tools

JBCC contracts

Job description

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Vanderbijlpark

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

About Our Company

NWU

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (VANDERBIJLPARK CAMPUS) | FACILITIES – INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION | POSITION NUMBER: N001503 |VACANCY: PROJECT MANAGER PEROMNES GRADE: 8 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To execute infrastructure development, refurbishment, macro maintenance and minor building works across multi-campus properties and estates ensuring alignment with the NWU strategic agenda University standards and regulatory requirements and to provide oversight for all phases of construction projects as a Project Manager

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Financial Management
• Management of projects, programs and operational budget as per the approved, target spending per quarter/ project cash flow
• Infrastructure, Design & Construction
• Develop Programs and projects from the list of activities and develop an annual procurement plan
• Deliver approved projects within time, budget, quality and safety
• Manage consultants to ensure that they deliver against our plans
• Procurement Plan
• Develop procurement plan and meet targets based on allocated projects
• Stakeholder management
• Compile a stakeholder matrix and plan and meetings etc.
• Ensure that Quarterly Status Project Reports are submitted to clients/faculty.
• Customer Focus
• Bi-Annual Facilities Department Customer Survey in June and October by users to complete
• Preferential Procurement Implementation
• Implement the Preferential Procurement as per the guidelines and processes by the NWU.
• Ensure that projects comply with the contractor specified PPP targets early in the project
• Risk and compliance management and OHS
• Implementing and participating in an integrated risk- and compliance management model with a focus on business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.
• Oversee the following safety processes: pre-tender safety risk analysis, evaluation of construction safety plans and construction safety audits
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Construction / Built Environment (Construction Project Management, Construction Management or Architecture).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the Built Environment as a Construction Project Manager or Construction Manager.
  
  

Key Functional/Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of JBCC contracts.
• Experience in project management of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Compile project budgets and cost estimates.
• Excellent written communication skills and report-writing.
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
  
  

Key Behavioural Competencies

• Team Leader.
• Able to operate independently within delegated authorities.
• Strategic Thinker and Planner.
• Enthusiastic team player with positive social and interpersonal skills.
  
  

Remuneration

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr. Michael Liuma on 018 299 4412

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Moratuwa Motsemme on 018 299 4958

CLOSING DATE: 15 June 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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