Construction Project Manager

About the position

The Project Manager's responsibilities span a broad spectrum, covering all areas of project management including planning, cost and time management, quality management contract administration and safety management. The Project Manager will be required to ensure that the project is technically sound, that all activities associated with managing the project work flow and performance are met and to provide the necessary management and leadership skills to ensure the project team deliver.

Qualifications required:

• A four-year bachelor's degree or similar in the built environment (Civil, Construction Management, QS or Architectural)
• Preferably a postgraduate degree in Construction Project Management
• Project management and professional accreditation with a SACPCMP / PMI / Axelos / PMSA is required or candidate must be in the process or eligible to be registered.
• 5 years' experience in construction projects/built environment as a project manager
• Must be able to manage financial budgets
• Proven track record in managing huge construction projects/built environment in various different disciplines

Skills and Knowledge

• MS Office proficient
• Understanding of MS Projects and /or Primavera and the application thereof
• Project and contract management knowledge
• Budget and cost planning
• Sound knowledge of the JBCC, NEC, GCC and other relevant building contracts
• Understanding of the PMBOK knowledge areas
• Knowledge of relevant Acts regarding infrastructure development
• Understanding of infrastructure markets
• Understanding of government priorities, systems and processes at national and provincial level
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, effective presentation skills and skills to express complex concepts in business terms
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong leadership and management skills to coordinate and motivate project teams

Desired Skills:

• PMBOK
• JBCC
• NEC
• GCC
• Construction Project Management

Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:

• Degree
• South African Council for Project and Construction Management Profession