About the Role
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is seeking a dedicated Professional Construction Project Manager Grade A-C to join their team in Durban. This pivotal role involves managing and coordinating various construction projects, ensuring they align with project management methodologies. As a Professional Construction Project Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping the infrastructure of the city, contributing to the development and maintenance of essential public services that benefit the community at large.
Your expertise will guide the project planning, implementation, and evaluation processes, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for residents in Durban and surrounding areas. This position is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a tangible difference in South Africa’s public service by ensuring that projects are completed effectively, on time, and within budget.
About the Department
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is dedicated to providing and maintaining public infrastructure that supports South Africa’s development goals. Its mission is to ensure that infrastructure projects are executed with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and community benefit. Working in this department means contributing to initiatives that have a lasting impact on society, from building schools and hospitals to improving transport networks.
What You’ll Do
- Manage project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation according to project management standards.
- Create and execute detailed project work plans, adjusting them to meet evolving needs and requirements.
- Identify necessary resources and assign responsibilities to team members.
- Oversee the daily operations of projects, ensuring they adhere to scope and quality standards.
- Prepare financial reports and manage project budgets effectively.
- Facilitate communication between service providers, clients, and management.
- Maintain a comprehensive record management system and architectural library.
- Research new project management methodologies and liaise with relevant bodies for continuous improvement.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
- National Higher Diploma in a Built Environment field with at least 4.5 years of certified experience as a Professional Construction Project Manager, or a BTech in a Built Environment field with 4 years of managerial experience, or an Honours degree in any Built Environment field with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
- Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager upon appointment.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Strong knowledge of Human Settlement policies, project management principles, and financial management skills.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
- Computer literacy and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent certificate.National Higher Diploma (Built Environment field) with a minimum of 4 years and six months certified experience as a Professional Construction Project Manager, OR a BTech (Built Environment field) with a minimum of 4 years certified managerial experience, OR an Honours degree in any Built Environment field with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager on appointment.
A valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Human Settlement policies and legislation, programme management skills, project management principles and methodologies, knowledge of research and development, computer aided engineering applications, knowledge of legal compliance with building industry norms and standards, technical report writing, creating a high-performance culture, technical consulting and professional judgement.
Decision making skills.
Team leadership skills.
Analytical skills.
Creativity skills.
Self-management skills.
Project-related financial management skills.
Customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication skills.
Computer literacy.
Planning and organising skills.
Conflict management skills.
Problem solving and analysis.
People management skills.
Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Municipal Finance Management Act, Supply Chain Management Regulations and procurement processes.
Knowledge of Contract Management and Contract Administration.
Job Duties
Manage and co-ordinate all aspects of projects in terms of:- Guide the project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation in line with project management methodology; Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities; Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope; and Effectively apply methodology and enforce project standards to minimize risk on projects.Project accounting and financial management in terms of: Report project progress to the Chief Construction Project Manager and Manage the projects’ budgets and resources.
Office Administration in terms of: Provide inputs to other professionals with tender/procurement administration; Liaise and interact with service providers, clients and management; Contribute to human resources and related activities; Maintain the record management system and the architectural library; and Utilize resources allocated effectively.
Research and Development in terms of: Keep up with new technologies and procedures: Research/ literature on new developments on project management methodologies: and Liaise with relevant bodies/ councils on project management.
