Project Manager (N001503) at North West University

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Financial Management

• Management of projects, programs and operational budget as per the approved, target spending per quarter/ project cash flow

Infrastructure, Design & Construction

• Develop Programs and projects from the list of activities and develop an annual procurement plan
• Deliver approved projects within time, budget, quality and safety
• Manage consultants to ensure that they deliver against our plans

Procurement Plan

• Develop procurement plan and meet targets based on allocated projects

Stakeholder management

• Compile a stakeholder matrix and plan and meetings etc.
• Ensure that Quarterly Status Project Reports are submitted to clients/faculty.

Customer Focus

• Bi-Annual Facilities Department Customer Survey in June and October by users to complete

Preferential Procurement Implementation

• Implement the Preferential Procurement as per the guidelines and processes by the NWU.
• Ensure that projects comply with the contractor specified PPP targets early in the project

Risk and compliance management and OHS

• Implementing and participating in an integrated risk- and compliance management model with a focus on business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.
• Oversee the following safety processes: pre-tender safety risk analysis, evaluation of construction safety plans and construction safety audits

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Construction / Built Environment (Construction Project Management, Construction Management or Architecture).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the Built Environment as a Construction Project Manager or Construction Manager.