Civil Engineering Project Manager

About the position

We are seeking a skilled Civil Engineering Project Manager to join our Client's team in the northern suburbs of Cape Town.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of civil engineering projects from inception to completion.

The ideal candidate will have a BSc. / BEng. in Civil Engineering with 6-10 years of experience in project management within the engineering and construction sectors.

JOB PURPOSE:

• Overall management of site operations.
• Maintain production targets for each site and ensure each site operates within prescribed costs budgets. Co-ordinate and control activities of site staff and ensure all work complies with the quality standards as set out in the contract and company policies and procedures.
• Compile and submit claims for contract sites to Contracts Manager.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Relevant Degree or Diploma (BSc/BEng/BTech - Civil Engineering)
• SACPCMP registration or similar preferable professional registration
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar position in the civil engineering sector (operational experience preferred)
• Strong experience in planning and programming (MS Projects and/or Candy)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong Excel skills
• Strong organisational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated to learn new concepts and participate in new projects

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Able to adapt to fit in with company culture
• Contractual knowledge, understanding and implementations
• A good knowledge and understanding of construction
• Commercial awareness
• Good organiSational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
• The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
• Strong mathematics and IT skills
• Good budgeting skills
• The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
• The ability to work to deadlines
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiating skills
• An understanding of health and safety standards

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strong mathematics and IT skills
• Good budgeting skills
• The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
• The ability to work to deadlines
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiating skills
• An understanding of health and safety standards

Desired Skills:

• Project management
• Contract management
• Construction management
• Business development
• Business acumen

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Inclusive: Car allowance
• Pension Fund contribution (10% - 50/50 split)
• Cell phone allowance
• 13th