KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design of Physical Infrastructure Projects

·        Oversee concept design phase of projects in accordance with user requirements, statutory requirements, University standards and approved budgets.

Contract Management

·        Ensure that all construction projects are completed within the conditions of contracts, specifications, quality standards, safety compliance and project budgets.

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.

Financial Management and reporting

·        Maintain updated budgets for all projects. Including local participation targets.

Project Administration

·        Manage and oversee projects within the department and manage professional teams.

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.

Minimise Construction Safety Risks

·        Oversee the following safety processes: pre-tender safety risk analysis, evaluation of construction safety plans and construction safety audits.

Preferential Procurement

·        A bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Construction or Built Environment

·        A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the Built Environment as a Construction Project Manager, Construction Manager, Quantity Surveyor and/or in Construction Studies, Construction Economics.

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

·        A Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Project Management.

·        Membership of a recognised professional body (SACPCMP, SACQSP).

KEY 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.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Team Leader.

·        Able to operate independently within delegated authorities.

·        Strategic Thinker and Planner.

REMUNERATION:

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 018 299 4845

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Akhona Maqungo: 018 299 4412

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                          8 March 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                             As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.