Senior Project or Contracts Manager (Msikaba, Eastern Cape)

AtripleA recruitment & temps; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A South African recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Project or Contracts Manager for large infrastructure projects in Msikaba, Eastern Cape. Applicants should possess a degree in Civil Engineering, must be registered with SACPCMP, and have at least 15 years' experience in the construction sector. Key responsibilities include managing project budgets, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring safety and compliance on site. Strong skills in project management and Microsoft Office are essential. Interested candidates should send their CV and latest payslip to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience as a project manager in construction.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be a South African Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex infrastructure projects safely.
• Achieve and exceed budgeted turnover and profitability.
• Control subcontractor and supplier management.
• Liaise with clients and senior management.
• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports.

Skills

Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word & Outlook)

Ability to manage large sections of a project

Ability to read and organize construction Plans and Specifications

Working knowledge of CCS estimating and planning modules

Knowledge of the OHS Act and Construction Regulations

Good understanding of various conditions of contract specifications

Strong attention to detail

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to multitask and work under pressure

Education

Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering

Registered as a professional with SACPCMP

Job description

Senior Project or Contracts Manager (Msikaba, Eastern Cape)

Main Purpose:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective overall management of the site. This includes the optimisation of financial performance of the site and implementation of site-specific systems and controls, i.e. daily costing, programme management, QA/QC, HSE, procurement controls, budgets and forecasts, cost reporting, Client and Stakeholder liaison etc.

Responsibilities

Successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Ensure overall responsibility for safely managing one or more large and complex infrastructure projects.
• Ensure the budgeted turnover and profitability of the projects are achieved and exceeded.
• Take control of subcontractor and supplier management and be intimately involved with project planning and programming.
• Liaison with all stakeholders, including senior management and representatives of the client.
• Weekly and monthly management reporting.
• Assisting Site Managers with complex operational and commercial problems.
• Development and implementation of Group and platforms initiatives and goals into action plans.
• Assist the Procurement Department in submitting and winning tenders.
• Train, mentor and perform performance manage subordinate Site Managers on various sites.

Qualifications

• A degree/diploma in Civil Engineering
• Must be registered as a professional with SACPCMP
• A minimum of 15 years' experience as a project manager within the construction industry, especially in the construction of Bridges and Roads & Earthworks.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be a South African Citizen

Skills

• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word & Outlook)
• Ability to think methodically and to manage large sections of a project
• Ability to read, understand and organize construction Plans and Specifications
• Must have a working knowledge of CCS estimating and planning modules
• Working knowledge of the OHS Act, and Construction Regulations
• Good working knowledge of various conditions of contract specifications (e.g. FIDIC, GCC, NEC).
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of the team, while exercising own judgment
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines

To apply, please submit your CV, as well as your latest payslip, to [e-mail]