Job Description

Company DescriptionWSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa. To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders that share our guiding principles we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated with international scale; we are future focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration in everything we do and we have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable. We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.We are looking to reinforce our Electrical Team with the appointment of a Lead Electrical Engineer who has very strong Data Centre and Leadership Experience. The candidate should hold a B.Sc. or B.Eng. Engineering (Electrical) degree must be a Pr. Eng., with +10 years experience in the Property Sector.Key Responsibilities:

• High level of technical expertise
• Capable of completing all types of projects from inception to close out independently
• Be able to focus on client care: client interface gaining the clients respect and trust, capable of gaining a deeper understanding of clients needs
• Marketing which would include attendance at business related networking functions, client functions, ensuring we get repeat work from clients
• Having an established client base is extremely important
• Must be able to manage junior & senior staff effectively on large projects effective communication, resource management. Ability to work within a team as well as lead a team of engineers
• Effective management of debt and professional fees on all projects
• Ability to cope in high pressure environment
• Ability to effectively convey information (written and oral)
• Good communication skills
• Good technical report writing skills
• Critical Thinking - using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Sound Judgment, Decision Making and Deductive as well as Inductive Reasoning Skills
• Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems
• Ability to define, manage and coordinate inputs from other technical specialists
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage time, quality and effort in order to deliver a quality product within time and cost constraints

Health and Safety:

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the companys health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

Key Technical Competencies and Generic Skills:

• Generally fulfilling the functions of the Engineer on the various construction projects undertaken by WSP property
• Function as the Engineer in terms of the general conditions of FIDIC, NEC and GDD Contracts, the Principal Agent and / or Engineer in terms of the JBCC Contracts
• The appointed Engineer, who shall be authorized by WSP Group Africa to carry out the work in terms of general conditions of the applicable contract for the specific project
• Overseeing and ensuring the successful approval of projects execution with the various utility owners and or applicable National. Provincial and Local Authorities
• Overseeing and delivering on the Contract Management and Construction monitoring of construction projects which include, but not limited to:

• Preparation of Budgets and Cost Estimates during Feasibility, Conceptual Design and Detail Design Stages
• Preparations of BOQs, Tender and Contract Documentation for tendering and managing the execution of the construction contracts
• Ensuring that appropriate conditions are well defined in Construction Contracts to ensure that Clients are protected in all instances while also ensuring that the construction works are to be constructed and handed over not only to the Engineer, but also include the sign-off and acceptance by the applicable authority
• Resource planning for the execution of multiple projects
• Periodic reporting on program, financial management, etc., to ensure that the clients are properly informed on the progress an execution of the construction projects
• Efficient and effective financial and scope management of all construction to restrict initial budget and cost over-runs to an absolute minimum with due consideration of Clients objectives to reduce cost wherever possible
• Ensure that all Parties, including but not limited to the Employer or Client, Engineers representatives and Contractor, including any selected and / or nominated or domestic sub-contractors are aware of the scope of the works, the requirements of the Contract and the content of all Contract Documentation
• Efficient and effective document control and management on all construction projects to ensure that the Contract and Construction activities are well recorded and documented
• At all times be aware of the importance to manage the execution of projects to achieve the goals and objectives of the Clients of WSP with due consideration for being diligent in the execution of the duties and responsibilities of the Engineer and / or Principal Agent in terms of the applicable contract
• Ensuring adherence to WSP quality and site management system including audits and documentation compliance at all stages of construction
• Effectively dealing with contractual matters including contractor claims, variation orders etc.
• Efficient and effective close out of all Construction Projects
• Close-Out as required in terms of the Normal Services per the ECSA guidelines for services, or whichever services contract entered with the Client, and any specific services as may be required by Clients
• Efficient close out of the documentation on the construction projects, which also include lessons learnt and handover.

Qualifications

• BSc or B.Eng. Engineering (Electrical) Degree
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.)
• Minimum 10 years Consulting Engineering experience in the Property Sector
• Experience on Projects in Africa
• Project Management experience will be beneficial
• Minimum 5 Years Mission Critical Experience

Additional InformationWhat's in it for you?Work-life balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. Its important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices in South Africa.Inclusivity & DiversityWe welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.Your developmentWe understand the importance of development and training to you. Thats why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.#WeAreWSP

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