Project Manager (P003179) at North West University

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The execute infrastructure development, refurbishment, macro maintenance and minor building works across multi-campus properties and estates ensuring alignment with the NWU strategic agenda University standards and regulatory requirements and to provide oversight for all phases of construction projects as a Project Manager.

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 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 or Architecture).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the Built Environment as a Construction Project Manager or Principal Agent/Consultant.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of JBCC contracts.
• Experience in project management of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Compile project budgets and cost estimates.
• Excellent written communication skills and report-writing.
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Team Leader.
• Able to operate independently within delegated authorities.
• Strategic Thinker and Planner.
• Enthusiastic team player with positive social and interpersonal skills.

Apply by: 12 September 2025