PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
- To execute infrastructure development, refurbishment, macro maintenance and minor building works across multi-campus properties and estates ensuring alignment with the NWU strategic agenda University standards and regulatory requirements and to provide oversight for all phases of construction projects as a Project Manager.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Management
- Management of projects, programs and operational budget as per the approved, target spending per quarter/ project cash flow.
Infrastructure, Design & Construction
- Develop Programs and projects from the list of activities.
- Develop an annual procurement plan.
- Deliver approved projects within time, budget, quality and safety.
- Manage consultants to ensure that they deliver against our plans.
Procurement Plan
- Develop procurement plan and meet targets based on allocated projects.
Stakeholder management
- Compile a stakeholder matrix and plan and meetings etc.
- Ensure that Quarterly Status Project Reports are submitted to clients/faculty.
Customer Focus
- Bi-Annual Facilities Department Customer Survey in June and October by users to complete.
Preferential Procurement Implementation
- Implement the Preferential Procurement as per the guidelines and processes by the NWU.
- Ensure that projects comply with the contractor specified PPP targets early in the project.
Risk and compliance management and OHS
- Implementing and participating in an integrated risk- and compliance management model with a focus on business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.
- Oversee the following safety processes: pre-tender safety risk analysis, evaluation of construction safety plans and construction safety audits.
Minimum requirements
- A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Construction / Built Environment (Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying or Architecture) or any related qualification.
- A minimum of (five) 5years’ operational experience in built environment (Construction Project Manager or Principal Agent/Consultant).
ADDED ADVANTAGES/ PREFERENCES:
- Registration as a Candidate Project Manager (SACPCPM) or Candidate Architect (SACAP) will be an added.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Knowledge of JBCC contracts.
- Experience in project management of multiple projects simultaneously.
- Compile project budgets and cost estimates.
- Excellent written communication skills and report-writing.
- Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
- Team Leader.
- Able to operate independently within delegated authorities.
- Strategic Thinker and Planner.
- Enthusiastic team player with positive social and interpersonal skills.
Deadline:30th October,2026