Architect (Production Level): Health Infrastructure, Ref No. DOI 198/2024 R2 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage all aspects of the sub-programme for management and implementation of capital and maintenance health infrastructure projects for a defined region set in line with the Western Cape Government values. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate B degree in Architecture or relevant qualification
• A minimum of 3-years post-qualification architectural experience
• Compulsorly registration with SACAP (South African Council for the Architectural Profession) as a Professional Architect
• A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage professional project teams and relevant committees for a particular project or package of projectt
• Manage the procurement process of projects; Monitor, control and report on project/programme implementation
• Identify and extract data and 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 appointment and payment processes.
• Experience in the following will be advatageous: Contract documentation and administration; Project Management, formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment. 

Competencies    

Knowledge in the following:

• Act/regulations of Occupation Health and Safety (OHS Act); National Building Regulations; SANS and all relevant built environment legislation
• Programme and project management; Research and planning procedures; Financial management; Formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment.

Skills needed:

• Leadership and organising; Written and verbal communication; Conflict management; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Conflict management; Able to work in a team.

Remuneration    

• Grade A R 761 157 (OSD as prescribed)

Closing Date    

• 2025/10/20