Project Manager
Listing reference: nwu_000871
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 8 July 2022
Position summary
Industry: Building & Construction
Job category: Construction Project Management
Location: Mafikeng - Capital City
Contract: Permanent
Introduction
ORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY
LOCATION: MAHIKENG CAMPUS (Potch/Vaal/Mafikeng & Travel in between)
DIVISION: FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT: INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
POSITION NUMBER: N002594
VACANCY: PROJECT MANAGER
REPORTING TO: MANAGER
PEROMNES GRADE: P08
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
To execute infrastructure development, refurbishment, macro maintenance and minor building works across multi-campus properties and estates ensuring alignment with the NWU strategic agenda University standards and regulatory requirements and to provide oversight for all phases of construction projects.
Minimum requirements
- A recognized Degree ((NQF7) in the construction / built environment (Construction Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Architecture(essential).
- Diploma(NQF6) in Project Management(Desirable).
- Membership of a recognised professional body ESCA SACPCMP, SACAP, SACQSP(Desirable).
FUNCTIONAL EXPERIENCE
· 3 Years proven operational experience in Built Environment
Functional & Technical competencies:
· Knowledge of JBCC contracts
· Experience in project management of multiple projects simultaneously
· Computer Literacy: MS Excel and MS Projects
· Compile budgets and cost estimates
· Excellent written communication skills and report-writing
· Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders.
· Ensure resource availability and allocation
· Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
Behavioural Competencies:
· Team Leader
· Able to operate independently within delegated authorities
· Strategic Thinker and Planner.
· Enthusiastic team player with positive social and interpersonal skills.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design of Physical Infrastructure
· Oversee concept design phase of projects in accordance with user requirements, statutory requirements, University standards and approved budgets.
2. Contract Management
· Ensure that all construction projects are completed within the conditions of contracts, specifications, quality standards, safety compliance and project budgets.
3. Project Reporting
· Prepare monthly management reports, indicating deviations in respect of project schedules and budgets, as well as highlighting potential legal, safety and quality risks.
4. Financial Management and reporting
· Maintain updated budgets for all projects.
5. Project Management
· Manage and oversee projects within the department and manage professional teams
6. Manage construction safety regulations compliance and compliance approvals
· Ensure that all construction safety regulations, safety compliance are adhered to in construction sites and approval of safety files
7. Minimise Construction Safety Risks
· Oversee the following safety processes: pre-tender safety risk analysis, evaluation of construction safety plans and construction safety audits.
8. Preferential Procurement
· Ensure preferential procurement strategies are adhered to and relevant stakeholders are engaged
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO : Michael Liuma Tel: (018 299 4412)
CLOSING DATE : 08 July 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES : 01 September 2022
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
