Resident Engineer

About the position

A leading multi-disciplinary project management firm urgently seeks a Resident Engineer on site to perform technical duties to plan and coordinate the construction of roads in the Koukamma region in the Eastern Cape.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• BSc/BTech (Civil Engineering)
• Professionally registered - PrEng/PrTechEng
• 10+ years' experience as Resident Engineer on road construction projects (Provincial or National)
• Must have been an RE on at least 1 SANRAL projects with construction value of more than R 100 million
• Knowledge of asphalt patching and surfacing seal construction.
• Knowledge of COTO and FIDIC
• Experience of SANRAL projects is preferable.
• Experience with BSM construction is preferable
• Must be computer literate in MS Outlook, MS Teams and MS Project

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Project Execution:

• Review of tender documentation and drawings to be undertaken immediately upon appointment.
• Management of site staff, including PLO, trainees and sub-consultants (materials laboratory, OH&S, EMP, etc.)
• Report to the Contracts Engineer and liaise with main contractor
• Responsible for monthly site, technical and PLC meetings
• Responsible for monthly payment certificates.
• Prepare and submit WAF for approval.
• Apply the policies and procedures of SANRAL.
• Monitor environmental compliance.
• Record daily diaries of site progress.
• Prepare monthly progress reports.
• Applies, adheres, and manages site quality per ISO standards
• Monitor and report daily on construction progress ensuring that the project remains within the budget and the construction program.
• Monitor the quality of the roadworks and other works
• Monitor all safety procedures and take decisions to safeguard all employees and the general public
• Liaison with landowners, local authorities and communities
• Prepare as-built drawings and close out report

Competencies:

• Proven project management skills
• Understand how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent administration skills
• Sound organisational skills
• Good time management skills
• Problem-solving
• Identifies critical issues with ease.
• Exhibits confidence and an extensive knowledge of emerging industry practices when solving business problems
• Pushes creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing industry practices and client mindsets

Professional qualities:

• Must be able to work independently within a team of project personnel
• Demonstrate ability to read construction programs
• Achievement orientated
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure

Teamwork:
Facilitates effective team interaction.
Acknowledges and appreciates each team member's contributions.
Be able to lead and motivate the site team
Provide technical support
Be able to transfer his/her skills and experience to the site personnel

Client Relations:

• Develops relationships with client personnel that foster client ties
• Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships
• Manages client expectations effectively
• Assists in the facilitation of team and client meetings

Desired Skills:

• Roadworks
• Construction
• Construction Management
• Project management