Manager: Infrastructure Projects at University of the Western Cape/Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland

• The university seeks to appoint a skilled, resourceful and dynamic individual to assist the Director: Infrastructure and Engineering to manage its large infrastructure-related projects. The successful applicant will oversee and manage projects for new Infrastructure Development at UWC, and ensure the delivery of projects on-time and within budget, from Concept to Close Out. This includes coordination & liaison with multiple project stakeholders, and the provision of oversight on key project parameters (scope, cost , schedule, quality, and compliance). The position requires knowledge in multiple technical and contractual areas, problem resolution skills, and sound decision-making.

Reporting to the Director: Infrastructure and Engineering, the post assumes responsibility for, inter alia:

• Delivering UWC projects in a manner that is consistent, reliable, disciplined, cost-effective and compliant with UWC policies and standards
• Applying appropriate, reliable and standardised methodologies to the planning and delivery of projects
• Policy design and business support
• Standardisation of specifications and design
• Serving as the primary point of contact for the relevant project governance structures (Steering Committees, Project Boards, Project Professional teams)
• Liaising with & coordinating the services and performance of external service providers, as well as internal functional units
• Collaborating with all relevant stakeholders, internal and external, during all project phases
• Managing technical and financial approvals
• Providing an interface between user clients and external consultants
• Coordinating the execution of work, including monitoring and tracking progress against plan
• Issuing regular project progress reports
• Identifying non-conformances and implementing corrective strategies and actions as required
• Risk and stakeholder management.
• Actively managing the project close out phase – receiving, cataloguing and archiving all project documents and records
• Project budget management and reporting
• Quality management

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Architecture, Building, Construction, Town Planning - NQF Level 7
• 5 years’ experience in general built infrastructure, with at least 3 years in a senior capacity
• Good general computer literacy
• Demonstrable proficiency in MS Office, CAD and Scheduling systems
• Valid driver’s license, with 2 years driving experience 
• Proven track record of leadership in the delivery of large scale capital projects

Knowledge, Skills and Capabilities

• Knowledge of contract law
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Good knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental regulations
• Good knowledge of building regulations and standards ISO, SANS, etc.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work under pressure with adherence to deadlines
• Knowledge of the functioning of Higher Education institutions would be an advantage
• Professional registration (SACPCMP or Architectural councils) would be an advantage

Closing Date
28/4/2023