Senior Construction Manager For Commercial Developments

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses & profit sharing

Growth opportunities

Project involvement in Pretoria

Strong safety culture

Job summary

AECOM in Pretoria seeks a dynamic Senior Construction Manager to lead high-value commercial development projects. You will oversee procurement, site management, safety, quality and on-time delivery while coordinating diverse teams and stakeholders in Gauteng.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and at least 10–12 years of experience in commercial projects, with strong leadership, BIM coordination, and a track record of driving projects to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years in construction management, with focus on commercial projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects.
• Proficient in construction management software and project planning tools.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all construction operations from inception to completion.
• Develop and implement project plans with schedules, budgets and resources.
• Oversee site personnel, subcontractors and suppliers for efficiency.
• Enforce safety protocols and QA/QC measures on site.
• Manage risks, resolve conflicts and oversee change management.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and regulators for alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

BIM coordination

Communication

Safety compliance

Negotiation

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk BIM 360

Navisworks

Bentley OpenBuildings

Dynamo

Grasshopper

Python

Job description

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Our client seeks a dynamic and experienced Construction Manager to lead the execution of high-value commercial development projects in Pretoria. This pivotal role demands exceptional leadership in overseeing all facets of the construction process, from procurement and site management to quality control and project completion. You will be responsible for ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards expected by our client and stakeholders in the Gauteng region. Success in this role relies on your ability to manage complex logistics, coordinate diverse teams, and maintain strong relationships with all project participants.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all construction operations from inception to completion.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Oversee site personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring efficient workflow and performance.
• Implement and enforce stringent safety protocols and quality assurance measures on site.
• Manage project risks, resolve conflicts, and implement effective change management processes.
• Liaise regularly with clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies to ensure project alignment and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction management, with a significant focus on commercial projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple large-scale construction projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in construction management software and project planning tools.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance-based bonuses and potential for profit sharing.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Engagement with major commercial construction initiatives in Pretoria.
• A robust safety culture and a collaborative project environment.

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We’re one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Here is what you will be doing:

• An expert user in Autodesk Revit Software (Buildings) or Bentley OpenBuildings who can model and produce drawings with limited supervision having the ability to create content writing in the structural discipline.
• Act as BIM Lead Verifier and authors and ensures compliance with BIM Execution plan and BIM standards.
• Proactively checks and coordinates project BIM models and deliverables to ensure they meet Client requirements and Industry Standards and project BIM Execution Plan
• Independently checks the completeness & accuracy of work created by the team before review by the Senior Engineer or designated senior team member.
• Initiates coordination strategy and reporting using Navisworks and other coordination software and supports the team through the delivery phase
• Adopts creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks, undertakes appropriate research and develops documentation to support these solutions
• Be the gatekeeper of all in-coming and out-going model and drawing information.
• Manage submissions and ensure proper QA/QC protocols are implemented.
• Ensure spatial coordination
• Initiates and manages projects in BIM360
• Contribute to AECOM global digital and innovation initiatives
• Guiding and management of junior staff.
• Organizes own and others work to achieve set deadlines
• Keeps abreast of the latest software/ techniques to increase productivity

Qualifications

Here is what we are looking for:

• Ability to fulfil all the above duties and responsibilities
• Ability to work on multiple projects at once
• Good technical knowledge of practice line discipline
• Advanced understanding of the design process and interfaces between design disciplines
• Computational skills - Dynamo / Grasshopper / Python
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Autodesk BIM 360, Navisworks, presentation software and working on projects in a BIM environment
• Develops BIM content based on BIM modelling standards and as outlined in BEP
• Expert knowledge of Industry BIM standards, processes, and general approaches
• Expert knowledge to set up the configuration and administration of projects for respective discipline in Revit and AutoCAD
• Advanced technical knowledge of concrete, steelwork, and reinforcement 3D modelling
• Minimum 12 years' experience in drawing / modelling of concrete and steel structures.
• Minimum 7 years' experience of relevant Revit modelling
• BIM Qualification / Diploma / bachelor's degree in civil / Structural Engineering
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and understand the importance of delivery and client satisfaction
• Strong analytical, literacy and numerical skills
• Good commercial awareness / risk management skills
• Good planning and organizational skills

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy