Project Manager & Construction Services Manager at SA: Central Energy Fund

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Honours degree (NQF 8) in BSc/Beng in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in management and 3- 5 years senior management experience in project management and construction, particularly in the oil, gas, or refining industry.
• Proven track record of working in the refinery or petrochemical plant managing construction services projects.
• ECSA registration or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Project Management certification (PMP, Prince2, PMI) is highly preferred.
• Master’s degree (NQF 9) in Engineering or equivalent qualification will serve as an added advantage.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Project Leadership and Governance

• Lead the execution of refinery capital projects, maintenance, and construction activities.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to scope and quality standards.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, including resource allocation, schedules, procurement strategies, and financial control.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, legal regulations (MHI, PER), and quality control systems (ISO 9001).
• Oversee the management of the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with the refinery’s strategic goals and objectives.
• Implement governance frameworks for project management in accordance with public sector procurement laws and regulations.

 Construction and Technical Oversight

• Oversee the construction phase of projects, managing contractors, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with refinery engineering standards, process safety requirements, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure risk mitigation plans are in place, particularly around safety, quality, and project delivery.
• Ensure that all technical aspects of the project (design, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning) are aligned with the refinery’s operational requirements.
• Resolve on-site technical and contractual issues in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

Budget and Cost Control

• Oversee project budgeting, forecasting, and financial management; ensure projects are delivered within financial constraints.
• Develop and manage project cost control procedures, ensuring regular tracking and reporting of cost performance (CAPEX/OPEX).
• Evaluate contractor bids and provide recommendations on the most cost-effective, risk-mitigating solutions for the project.

Governance, Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to relevant public sector procurement legislation, engineering codes construction regulations and environmental laws.
• Maintain rigorous project governance, including stage-gate reviews and audit readiness.
• Identify, manage and mitigate risks across all projects and construction activities.

Resource Management

• Plan, allocate, and manage departmental resources to ensure effective delivery of operational objectives. This includes developing annual plans and budgets aligned with strategic priorities, monitoring expenditure, and ensuring cost-effective use of funds.
• Oversee human resource management within the department, including workforce planning, performance management, and staff development.
• Manage procurement processes by identifying service provider needs, sourcing suppliers in line with procurement policies, and overseeing the quality, cost, and contractual compliance of goods and services delivered.

Stakeholder engagement

• Engage and communicate with internal stakeholders, government bodies, service providers, and community representatives.
• Provide regular progress updates to the MD and participate in executive meetings.