Project Manager / Project Leader (Construction / Building)

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

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the WCGDoI programme. The ideal candidate will manage various projects, ensure compliance with cashflow and timelines, and have a strong background in contract administration. A degree in Project Management and 8 years of relevant experience are essential. This role demands strong leadership and organizational skills to succeed.

Qualifications

• Professional registration as Project Manager is required.
• 8 years minimum experience in Project Management.
• Experience with JBCC and NEC contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage the WCGDoI programme and other private projects.
• Ensure adherence to cashflow and programme deadlines.
• Manage procurement and consultants' performance.

Skills

Knowledge of CIDB

Problem Solving

Relationship Building

Communication

Processing Skills

Attention to Detail

Ethical Behavior

Education

Degree in Project Management

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the managing, delivering, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the WCGDoI programme. Responsible for overseeing other Project Managers on private projects.

TASK DESCRIPTION

PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT FOR THE TUSK / WCGDoI MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

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

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

DELIVERABLES

Needs to be accurate, precise, and correct.

Completed according to timelines.

GENERAL

Any additional administration tasks that may be required from time to time.

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.

KEY AREAS OF COMPETENCE REQUIRED

Knowledge of CIDB, PROCSA, Fee Scales, consultant’s appointments.

Problem Solving by analysing and process information, asking probing questions.

Building Relationships by interacting with people and building rapport.

Communicating Information by being articulate.

Showing resilience and remaining composed when dealing with pressure.

Strong Processing skills by being target focused and meeting deadlines.

Being meticulous, conscientious, and thorough.

Following Procedures, Protocols, and Instructions .

Behaving ethically and justly.

Focused on output.

Pursuing Goals by striving to achieve outstanding results, being ambitious, persists through difficulties to achieve results.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Degree in Project Management and professional registration as Project Manager.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Experience in Project Management.

Experience in contracts (JBCC and NEC) administration and financial administration.

Experience in Project / Programme Management is a bonus.

Minimum experience

8 years