The University of KwaZulu-Natal is a university with five campuses in the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. It was formed on 1 January 2004 after the merger between the University of Natal and the University of Durban-Westville.
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Provide strategic and operational leadership for university-wide infrastructure and project management services.
Lead capital improvement and major renewal projects from concept to completion.
Manage relationships with external consultants, contractors, and service providers.
Develop and implement the Campus Master Plan and ensure alignment with UKZN’s vision and strategic priorities.
Ensure strict financial oversight of capital project budgets, cash flows, and reporting compliance.
Lead human resource development and discipline management for internal infrastructure teams.
Minimum requirements
Master’s degree in Built Environment disciplines and/or sub-disciplines.
Registration as a Professional Construction Project Manager (SACPCMP), Professional Architect (SACAP), or Professional Engineer (ECSA).
Ten (10) or more years of relevant post-bachelor’s degree qualification experience managing large-scale (at least R50 million) infrastructure development projects.
At least five (5) years in a senior role leading the management of multiple, complex, multi-million-rand infrastructure or construction projects, including aspects such as design coordination, procurement, stakeholder engagement, and contract administration.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional professional and technical teams of at least 10 direct and/or indirect reports.
Strong financial planning, control, and reporting experience.