Assistant Project Manager: Civil (JHB North) at GIBB Engineering and Architecture

 Key Responsibilities:

• Developing project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors, to ensure project deliverables are completed on time, within budget and in compliance with defined quality standards.
• Analyse and manage project risks and issues and develop contingency plans to mitigate project-related risks.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, specifications, regulations, and other standards.
• Prepare and review project proposals, contracts, and other project-related documentation.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure that construction work is progressing according to the project plan and specifications.
• Maintain project documentation, including progress reports, budget reports, and change requests.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings and making recommendations to senior management.
• Conduct regular project team meetings and providing guidance and support to team members.
• Ensure that all project stakeholders are kept informed of project progress and any changes to the project plan.

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc/BEng Degree or BTech (Civil). Must provide Certificate with transcript.
• Registered with ECSA/SACPQSP as a Professional. Must provide Certificate with registration number.
• Registered with SACPCMP (PrCPM advantageous).
• Registered with PMI (PMP advantageous).
• A relevant degree or certification in construction, engineering, quantity surveying and project management is preferred.
• Five (5) years of the experience should be in the Project Management environment across the entire life cycle of large-scale multi-disciplinary projects.

Core Competencies/Requirements

• Strong technical background in construction or engineering.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Effectively manage project teams, communicate with stakeholders at all levels, and manage project risks and issues.
• Knowledge of project management software and tools.
• Experience with contract management, budgeting and resource allocation.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Must have AutoCAD experience.
• Must have MS Office experience.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to guide and lead supporting staff.