KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead space and infrastructure investigations for the NWU 3 Year Infrastructure Plan

·        Lead infrastructure request investigations to determine space use requirements, based on Space, Student and Staff HEMIS information. Complete option analysis, concept drawings and recommend cost effective solutions in initiation reports.

·        Coordinate the project team for the Business Case phase to deliver signed-off scope of work reports, concept drawings, project budgets and project charters) for larger capital projects.

·        Conduct investigations for minor building works / minor unscheduled projects and compile initiation reports.

·        Provide progress reports to direct manager.

Strategic Space & Infrastructure Planning

·        Complete and Present Business Cases to the Facilities Working Committee to recommend projects for inclusion in the 3 Year Infrastructure Plan.

·        Provide inputs into strategic space planning activities such as the revision of the NWU spatial master development plan by providing information.

Optimised Space Allocations

·        Oversee and execute all Space Allocations on a campus according to space norms and approved space management guidelines to ensure optimal utilisation of space.

Move planning

·        Manage move planning on campus (move requests and larger move planning).

·        ­­A degree (NQF level 7) in Architecture or Built Environment

·        A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Space Planning

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

·        A minimum of 2 years’ experience in space management (Space norms, space planning, allocations, move planning)

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Able to understand requirements for infrastructure and spaces.

·        Space planning capabilities.

·        Drawing basic building lay-outs based on user requirements.

·        Knowledge and experience in space management principles.

·        Good verbal communication and report writing skills.

·        Computer Literacy: MS Excel.

·        CAD software capabilities.

·        Compile basic cost estimates.

·        Compiling basic project budgets.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

·        Enthusiastic team player with positive social and interpersonal skills.

·        Able to work independently without direct supervision.

·        Pro-active and innovative problem solver.

·        The ability to liaise internally and externally on different levels.

·        Ability to lead professional teams if required.

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:                   Bongani Dhlamini 018 389 2678

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Moratuwa Motsemme: 018 299 4958

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                          19 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.

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.