Project Manager X2 – REF: JW395EX/2024 at Johannesburg Water

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor contractors and consultants in terms of the contract document, General Conditions of Contract (GCC), specifications and other legislative requirements. Check progress, approve and process payment certificates submitted by contractors and consultants. Conduct site visits to check if work is undertaken according to plans.
• Compile project plans on MS Projects and track progress. Review Preliminary and Detailed Design Reports in conjunction with Johannesburg Water stakeholders. Evaluate if the Bill of Quantity supplied by consultants is in line with the project scope and is reasonable and market-related. Indicate proposed new services on GIS.
• Procure resources such as contractors, consultants, and equipment in accordance with the Company’s procurement policies and procedures and CIDB legislation. Prepare and present Bid Committee reports and conduct tender briefing sessions in conjunction with the Supply Chain Management Unit.
• Formulate project cost plans and cash flow plans before the start of the project. Monitor expenditure versus budget and report potential over- and under-expenditure to the Investment Manager. Ensure that contractors adhere to quality plans as well as the GCC and SA National Standards (SANS 1200).
• Monitor the quality of the activities on projects, consultants, contractors, and all stakeholders throughout the duration of a project. Ensure overall compliance with Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Management. Identify and quantify project risks.
• Develop and implement mitigation plans. Check the close-out report compiled by the consultant to ensure that all the elements of the project have been recorded. Brief Ward Councilors, together with the Communications Department on the project. Manage all human resource activities related to this position. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• BTech/ BSc degree in Civil Engineering (NQF 7)
• 5 years’ experience in civil engineering (water and sewerage/sanitation) of which 2 must be in project management. 
• Valid driver’s license (Code B)