About the Role
The Department of Infrastructure is seeking a dedicated Director of Building Infrastructure Programme based at the Head Office. This vital role is located in the bustling city of Pretoria and plays a crucial part in shaping the infrastructure landscape for South Africa. By providing strategic and operational leadership in planning, designing, and managing provincial building infrastructure programmes, the successful candidate will have a significant impact on the community and public service. This position ensures that essential infrastructure projects are delivered efficiently, supporting the growth and sustainability of our cities and towns.
In this role, you will oversee the development and implementation of infrastructure project pipelines, ensuring they align with client department requirements and approved plans. The Director will be responsible for managing multidisciplinary planning processes and ensuring effective collaboration with various stakeholders, including municipalities and provincial entities. This leadership position not only demands technical expertise but also a commitment to sound governance and compliance with applicable legislation, making it essential for the successful delivery of public infrastructure projects that benefit all South Africans.
About the Department
The Department of Infrastructure is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for citizens through the development and maintenance of essential public infrastructure. Its mission encompasses the planning, coordination, and execution of building infrastructure projects that meet the needs of the community while adhering to regulatory frameworks. Working within this department means contributing to a legacy of sustainable infrastructure that supports economic growth and improves public services across South Africa.
What You’ll Do
- Provide strategic leadership in the planning and delivery of provincial building infrastructure programmes.
- Oversee the development and management of infrastructure project pipelines.
- Direct multidisciplinary planning and design processes to ensure project readiness.
- Manage procurement planning and contract readiness for infrastructure projects.
- Ensure effective management of consultants, contractors, and built-environment professionals.
- Monitor project performance, quality, expenditure, and compliance with delivery targets.
- Engage with stakeholders, including client departments and municipalities, to facilitate infrastructure delivery.
- Uphold sound governance, financial management, and risk management practices.
- Oversee project completion, commissioning, and close-out processes.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 and an appropriate recognized Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in a related Built Environment field.
- A postgraduate qualification in Infrastructure or Project Management is advantageous.
- Minimum of five years’ experience at Middle/Senior Managerial level in infrastructure planning or project management.
- Knowledge of public-sector infrastructure delivery, including relevant legislation and frameworks.
- Extensive understanding of project planning, procurement documentation, and contract management.
- Registration or eligibility for registration with a professional council in the built environment is advantageous.
- A valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus an appropriate recognised Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Architecture / Construction Management / Quantity Surveying/ Engineering/ Project Management / Town Planning or a related Built Environment qualification.A postgraduate qualification in the Built Environment, Infrastructure / Project Management or related field will be an added advantage.
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle / Senior Managerial level.
within infrastructure planning, design, construction or programme/project management.
Appointment is subject to the signing of a performance agreement and financial disclosure.
Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www.
thensg.
gov.
za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Extensive knowledge and practical understanding of public- sector infrastructure delivery, including the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS), Framework for Infrastructure Delivery and Procurement Management (FIDPM), CIDB 171 prescripts, supply chain management requirements and applicable built- environment legislation and standards.
Knowledge of infrastructure programme and project planning multidisciplinary design management, procurement documentation, construction contract management, cost management, risk management, project monitoring and infrastructure close- out.
Registration or eligibility for registration, with an appropriate statutory/ professional council in the built environment will be an added advantage.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job Duties
Provide strategic and operational leadership in the planning, design, delivery and management of provincial building infrastructure programmes and projects.Direct the development and implementation of infrastructure project pipelines, ensuring alignment between client department requirements, approved infrastructure plans and available budgets.
Oversee multidisciplinary planning and design processes, project readiness assessments, procurement planning, contract readiness and infrastructure implementation.
Ensure effective management of consultants, contractors and built-environment professionals, while monitoring project performance, quality, expenditure, risks, compliance and delivery targets.
Lead stakeholder engagement with client departments, Provincial Treasury, municipalities and other strategic partners to facilitate infrastructure delivery.
Ensure sound governance, financial management, risk management and compliance with applicable legislation, Treasury prescripts, IDMS, FIDPM and related regulatory frameworks.
Oversee project completion, commissioning, handover and close-out processes, and manage human, financial and other resources of the Programme Management Unit to achieve departmental infrastructure delivery objectives.
