Project Engineer– Architectural - 1422 at Volkswagen Group South Africa

Job Description and Responsibilities

• Preparing investment studies including timing, layouts, concepts and options for new facilities.
• Ensuring PEP timing and milestones are met, develop specification for new facilities.
• Implementing projects i.e. site establishment, construction/installation, change point management, co-ordination of stakeholders during construction, commissioning, keeping to timing schedules.
• Managing project scope, schedule/programs and costs.
• Ensuring that the supplier provides updated layouts and documentation for facility (operating manuals, maintenance manuals, drawings etc.)
• Buy-off of new equipment with Final Acceptance Schedule (end of commissioning).
• Managing construction projects in line with local regulations from inception to close out.
• Compiling project briefs and forecasts, including timing and cost estimates.
• Managing the execution of construction projects.
• Managing project procurement including evaluating technical tenders, preparation of tender documentation and adjudication.
• Implementing quality management processes and procedures.
• Leading and coordinating professional teams (Architects, Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers.
• Tracking and resolving project, design and construction site issues.
• Leading and supervising of construction contracts, contractors on site and variations to orders.
• Managing project communication with clients, end users and stakeholders.
• Conducting technical and contractual meetings.

Education and Experience

• National Diploma in Architectural Technology
• 3 - 5 years relevant project experience within an architectural or construction management environment