Infrastructure Development Project Manager wanted immediately: APPLY NOW

Polokwane, Limpopo
Temporary

Key Performance Areas will include but not be limited to the following:

 Drive and oversee the project from the start through to completion, ensuring the completion of work on time and within budget
 Provide a lead role in the operational, delivery and monitoring of contracts and supplier performance
 Negotiate sub-contractors’ orders and monitor sub-contractors’ performance
 Manage contract creation, execution, and analysis
 Deliver efficient savings for the SETA by adopting a strategic supplier performance management approach and work closely with Finance Unit to control and manage expenditure
 Coordinate subcontractors and the construction team to meet contractual conditions of performance
 Review the project regularly to ensure quality construction standards exist and estimates remain within budget
 Negotiate agreement terms, manage construction contract drafts, bid on projects, and obtain permits to analyse and mitigate risks
 Work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment to plan and coordinate all aspects of the building process from hiring contractors to working with engineers, architects, and vendors
 Ensure that proper industry techniques and processes are utilized
 Identify and mitigate risks
 Prepare for internal and external audits
 Communicate with the responsible parties to ensure that quality construction exceeds the required standards
 Set high standards on the project to ensure that the stakeholders’ needs and wants are efficiently met
 Prepare internal and external reports relating to project status and progress, estimates, deliverables and safety statistics
 Hold meetings with the TVET College and the W&RSETA Management on construction project-related matters
 Compile and provide all the required reports in terms of Governance and Government structures
 Establish and maintain strong working relationships
 Network, form partnerships and collaborate with stakeholders and identify stakeholder needs
 Contribute and enhance the work and role of the Project Steering Committee
 Monitor compliance with safety and building regulations and implement public safety measures
 Analyse and evaluate operational performance, processes and resources in order to enhance production (i.e. sub-contractors, equipment, etc.)
 Manage the budget for the project and achieve and/or exceed the project financial targets
 Implement sound financial management in line with the PFMA, and ensure adherence and implementation of policies, procedures and any other applicable government policies
 Ensure proper and updated record-keeping of all project documents, reports and compliance certificates, including financial related information
 Supervise the construction project team to ensure that project work is completed on time and exceed the customer’s requirements
 Implement the best performance management practices, coaching and mentorship methods
 Lead the project team to achieve set goals and targets within set timeframes
 Create and maintain a culture of performance and efficiency

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
 Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification
 NQF qualification in Project Management
 5 years’ experience in construction project management as a Team Leader/Supervisor in a built environment
 Registration with the SACPCMP
 Extensive experience in management of project teams
 Knowledge of Quality Systems
 Knowledge and understanding of the design and construction processes
 Ability to use influence and persuasion to further the SETA’s goals to internal and external stakeholders
 Clear understanding of technical requirements
 Knowledge and understanding of the PFMA and National Treasury Regulations
 Experience in a SETA/Public Sector environment will be an advantage
 Proficiency in MS Projects

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

 Report writing and presentation skills
 Advanced numerical, conceptual and problem solving skills
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 Customer service skills
 Proposal writing skills
 Programme and project management
 Integrity and trustworthiness
 Knowledge and understanding of Corporate Governance and Regulatory
framework (i.e. PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, General Conditions of Contracts for Construction Works and JBCC), and other related legislative and regulatory frameworks and requirements in a SETA and built environment
 Stakeholder management skills
 Good time management and decision-making skills
 Conflict management
 Risk management
 Budget management
 Relationship building and management
 Familiarity with major business processes
 Consultation, facilitation and persuasive skills
 Ability to apply management skills at a strategic level
 Superior analytical and critical thinking skills
 Ability to motivate others
 Diversity management and empathy
 Diplomacy
 A valid Driver’s License

Job Type:
Temporary

Company Name:
Wholesale & Retail SETA

Company Location:
Polokwane

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Source: Indeed