Project Manager - Cape Town at University of Cape Town

Requirements for the post:

• A NQF 7 degree in the built environment defined in this instance as Engineering (All Services), Quantity Surveyors, Architecture and Construction Management)
• A post Degree/Diploma/Accreditation qualification in Project Management from a recognized governing body.
• At least 10 (Ten) years relevant project planning and management experience in the Construction & Project Management environment of which at least 5 years should be the project Lead This experience must include working for a contractor, with hands-on experience managing effective project delivery at construction sites.
• Experience to include multi-year projects of scale, complexity, and high value.
• A working knowledge and understanding of the various types of construction contracts and the ability to apply them.
• A working knowledge of the building industry and the ability to read, interpret and provide input architectural & construction drawings.
• Prior experience in the built environment.
• This position entails inspecting progress at construction or project sites and will require the incumbent to be medically fit.
• A valid code EB Driver’s License.
• Alertness and the ability to think quickly in an emergency.
• A friendly disposition coupled with sound interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• A strong sense of customer service.
• Proven computer literacy with proficiency in MS Excel and Outlook at an intermediate level.
• The ability to multi-task, work in a team or on an individual basis with minimum supervision.
• The flexibility to work according to the Capital Planning and Projects Departments operational hours.
• The ability to cope in a highly stressful environment.
• Possess a high level of honesty and integrity in handling cash and finances.
• Must have experience in integration of OHSE principles and standards within projects and conformance to respective statutory acts and regulations.

Advantageous:

• Prior experience in the tertiary education-built environment.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Projects.

 Responsibilities:

• To plan and manage the implementation of building projects in compliance with RSA legislation in particular National Building Regulations and OHS Act.
• To manage, monitor and report on projects costs for budgeting purposes.
• To monitor and manage the projects’ timeline ensuring completion on time.
• Keep accurate analysis and record of project related expenditure.
• Implement relevant procurement policies and follow due process.
• Produce detailed expenditure reports and evaluation of the project team members.
• Manage the outputs of the project team.
• To ensure that you integrate services into your project management planning and work collaboratively with other disciplines on P&S.
• Be prepared to manage adhoc unplanned events.