Senior Socio Economic Transformation

Construct Executive Search; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned project management expert to lead technical oversight and capacity building initiatives. This role involves assisting in project planning, execution, and monitoring to ensure quality delivery. You will conduct skills assessments, recommend training programs, and facilitate knowledge exchange among municipal teams. With a focus on providing ongoing support and guidance, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing municipal technical capacity. If you have a strong background in project management and a passion for community development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in project management and construction engineering.
• Professional registration in relevant fields required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project planning and execution for timely delivery.
• Establish monitoring frameworks to track project progress.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Oversight

Procurement Processes

Capacity Building

Monitoring and Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Development Studies

Public Administration

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist in project planning, execution, and monitoring to ensure timely and quality delivery.
2. Provide technical oversight and quality assurance of project deliverables.
3. Support procurement processes, contractor management, and compliance with contractual obligations.
4. Identify technical challenges and recommend solutions.

Municipal Technical Capacity Augmentation

1. Conduct skills assessments and identify capacity gaps within the municipal technical teams.
2. Recommend training, coaching, and mentorship programs for municipal officials.
3. Facilitate knowledge exchange between municipalities and stakeholders.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

1. Establish a monitoring and evaluation framework to track project progress and impact.
2. Provide periodic progress reports, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

Deliverables

• Inception Report: Outlining work plan, methodology, and engagement strategy.
• Capacity Assessment Report: Identifying municipal skills gaps and training needs.
• Project Progress Reports: Detailing implementation status, challenges, and recommendations.
• Technical Support Reports: Covering interventions, technical advice provided, and outcomes.
• Final Report: Summarising achievements, recommendations, lessons learned, and sustainability measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) or higher in Project Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Development Studies, or Public Administration.
• Professional registration required in one of the following areas:
  • Registered Professional Engineer (Pr Eng)
  • Management Professional (PMP)
  • Professional Construction Project Manager (PrCPM)
  • Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng)
  • Professional Construction Manager (PrCM)
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in Project Management, Construction Engineering, technical assessments, or capacity building.
• Deployment for a period of two months, with possibility of extension.
• Technical experts required to be available on-site at least 3 days a week and provide remote support as needed.
• Commitment to providing ongoing support and guidance throughout project lifecycle.

Locations: Sekhukhune and Gert Sibande District Municipalities