Johannesburg: Project Specialist Engineering posted by Isilumko Staffing

Are you a seasoned professional in the construction industry with a passion for quality and excellence? Join our team at our client and be a vital part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in construction projects. We are looking for a Construction Project Supervisor to support and lead various aspects of our projects. Your role will encompass:

1. Collaborating with construction consultants (Principal Agents), including Architects, Engineers, and Quantity Surveyors, to develop design layouts for New-To-Industry, Re-ties, Rebranding, and Refresh Projects, ensuring alignment with Sasol’s rigorous standards of quality and design.

2. Providing crucial cost-related information to Internal Senior Specialists in Property Development during the preparation of cost estimates at proposal and pre-tender stages.

3. Ensuring timely submission of plans and proposals to local authorities for approval and monitoring the approval progress through consultations with relevant consultants.

4. Furnishing Architects and Engineers with essential technical information for project requirements, which will be included in working drawings, specifications, and detailed drawings.

5. Collaborating with Quantity Surveyors, where applicable, to prepare Bill of Quantities to ensure that cost estimates meet Sasol’s requirements.

6. Providing Architects and Engineers with pump and tank layout requirements and compressed air installation specifications.

7. Supplying the Manager of Project Development with all necessary project information regarding pre-tender progress and anticipated construction programming.

8. Setting and enforcing construction commencement and completion dates to the best of your ability.

9. Overseeing and inspecting all aspects of demolitions, construction, main contracts, sub-contracts (selected and nominated), and Sasol’s contractor works on building construction projects to ensure they meet design, material quality, and workmanship standards, all while maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

10. Obtaining building work schedules from contractors, monitoring on-site activities, and collaborating with supervisory consultants or contractors to address any delays.

11. Coordinating with contractors and advising them on the involvement of Sasol’s direct contractors to prevent project delays and site activity clashes.

12. Facilitating procurement for items supplied by Sasol through the Procurement and Supply Management department.

13. Assisting in the appointment of contractors for Sasol’s specific project requirements and ensuring their cooperation with other contractors.

14. Handling progress payment claims from contractors in compliance with Procure-to-Pay process requirements.

15. Investigating the necessity for variations that may arise on projects, evaluating their cost implications, and considering their potential impact on the overall building program and budgets.

16. Monitoring the expenditure of all sanctioned items against available funds and compiling monthly reports for the Manager of Project Development in the Retail Network Development Department.

17. Updating weekly progress charts and cashflow reports for construction programs to keep the Manager of Project Development informed.

18. Attending all site meetings and design meetings throughout the project, ensuring these meetings occur regularly and formally.

19. Conducting regular inspections of all building works to ensure the highest safety standards are upheld, following Sasol’s SHERQ and Security policies as closely as possible.

20. Performing snagging inspections upon practical completion, reporting findings, and ensuring all remedial work is satisfactorily completed.

Qualifications:

• BSc/BTech in Engineering, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related construction field.

Experience:

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the construction industry.

If you’re ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team committed to excellence in construction project supervision.