Job Description

The Department of Infrastructure has an career opportunity to manage all aspects of the sub-programme for the management and implementation of capital and maintenance of Education infrastructure projects for a defined region set in line with the Western Cape Government values. This post is based in Cape Town, CBD.
Minimum Requirements

Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification; A minimum of 6 years post qualification experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid driving licence. Or

B-Degree in Architecture or relevant qualification; A minimum of 6 years post qualification architectural experience; Compulsory registration with SACAP as a professional Architect; A valid driving licence. Or

B-Degree in Quantity Surving or relevant Qualification; A minimum of 6 years post qualification Quantity Surveying experience; Compulsory registration with SACQSP as a professional Quantity Surveyor; A valid driving licence. Or B Tech or higher qualification (Built Environment field) with a certificate in Project Management as recognised by SACPCMP; A minimum of 6 years' experience as a registered Professional Construction Project Manager with the SACPCMP; Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager on appointment; A valid driving licence.
Recommendation

None.
Key Performance Areas

Manage professional in-house project teams and relevant committees for a particular project or group of projects; Manage the procurement process of projects; Monitor, control and report on project/programme implementation; Identify and extract information to assist client departments with the drafting of their user asset management plan; Research and study literature to keep abreast of new technologies and procedures, including interaction with professional councils, boards and organisations; Assisting technical staff to achieve the pre-determined performance indicators and service delivery imperatives; Management of framework, term service and consultant agreements including appointments, management, payment processes.
Competencies Working knowledge of the following: Contract documentation and administration; Relevant built environment legislation including Occupational Health and Safety (OHS-Act), National Building Regulations, SANS 10400; Programme and Project Management; Research and planning procedures for projects; Financial Management; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Leadership, teamwork and organising skills; Conflict Management skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines..
Remuneration

Chief Engineer - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 1 146 540 per annum (OSD as prescribed);

Chief Architect - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 990 747 per annum (OSD as prescribed)

Chief Quantity Surveyor - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 990 747 per annum (OSD as prescribed)
Chief Construction Project Manager - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 1 146 540 per annum (OSD as prescribed)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed.
Notes

Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Western Cape Government