Job Description
The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, budgeting, making key decisions, ensuring that
construction projects fall within the proposed budget, and ensuring that all duties are executed and completed on time. The successful candidate will be involved in the planning, design, and implementation of
water and sanitation infrastructure projects across the public and private sectors
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Overseeing and guiding the design team.
- Preparing and presenting weekly and monthly reports progress reports to the management team and clients.
- Ensuring compliance with the statutory requirements for water and wastewater construction projects.
- Overall contract/project management, attendance of progress meetings, preparation of payment certificates, dealing with contractual claims.
- Facilitate approval of drawings by all relevant bodies
- Conduct site inspection and ensure that safety and quality standards are adhered to.
- Developing detailed project plans (MS Project), scopes, objectives and managing project progress to meet deadlines and milestones
- Ensuring resource availability and allocation
- Delivering every project on time within budget and scope.
- Client management and clear written and verbal communication skill are a must
- Strong commercial understanding to ensure financial condition of the project is accurately monitored and reported
- Ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously
- Problem solving skill and risk anticipation a must
- Engineering Contracts Management (FIDIC, NEC, JBCC, GCC)
- Project Risk Management
- Client Satisfaction
- Coordinate internal resources and contractors for flawless execution of project
- Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within the budget and scope and of an extremely high quality
- Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
- Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
- Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
- Implement the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and any recommendations
from audits carried out within the project environment
Requirements:
- 5 Years experience in water and sanitation construction projects
- 5 years experience in project management with a good understanding of project execution, preferably with some exposure to engineering contracting models
- Sewer reticulation design
- Basic level MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Power Point skills required
- Intermediary MS Excel and MS Project skills required
- A bachelors degree (Bsc. Or B.Tech) or similar in the built environment (Civil, Construction Management)
- Must be able to manage financial budgets
- Proven track record in managing construction projects in water and sanitation
If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, Apply today by emailing your CV to .za
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You can also connect with Myself, Sonique Beetge – .za
Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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About Project Management Jobs in Gauteng
In Gauteng, South Africa, the demand for skilled project managers continues to grow, driven by the increasing need for effective leadership and coordination in various industries. Typically, project management roles are found across multiple sectors, including technology, financial services, manufacturing, and construction. Generally, professionals with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities are in high demand.
When it comes to salary expectations for project managers in Gauteng, a broad range of R600 000 to R1 200 000 per annum is often cited, although this can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Commonly, experienced professionals with advanced qualifications and significant work experience may earn higher salaries, while those starting their careers or in smaller organizations may earn lower rates. Salary variations can also occur based on the specific skills and qualifications required for each role.
Common skills required for project management roles include strong leadership and communication abilities, ability to plan and coordinate projects effectively, technical knowledge of project management tools and methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and PRINCE2, business acumen, problem-solving skills, and adaptability. Other useful skills include stakeholder management, risk management, and quality assurance.
Project managers are commonly employed in various industries, including financial services, technology, manufacturing, construction, and healthcare. In the technology industry, for example, project managers may oversee the development of software applications or hardware products. In financial services, they may coordinate projects related to investment banking, asset management, or risk management.
For career progression and development opportunities, experienced project managers often pursue advanced qualifications such as a Master’s degree in Project Management or a related field. They may also seek to move into senior leadership positions, such as Programme Manager or Portfolio Manager, where they can oversee multiple projects and teams. Additionally, many organizations offer training and professional development programs for project managers, providing opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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