Job Vacancies at RPO Recruitment

Job Description

• Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Site Agent to join its Cape Town team on a permanent basis. This opportunity is suited to a results-driven construction professional with extensive experience managing large-scale building projects from inception through to successful completion.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining strong client relationships and commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of large and complex building construction projects.
• Manage all site operations, ensuring programme, quality, cost, and safety objectives are achieved.
• Oversee contract administration and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead negotiations relating to contract variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams.
• Ensure construction activities comply with project specifications, drawings, and industry standards.
• Identify and resolve complex technical and construction-related challenges.
• Implement innovative construction methods to improve project efficiency and quality.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Lead site resource planning and allocation.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ policies, legislation, and company procedures.
• Develop and implement project-specific safety management plans.
• Conduct site inspections and proactively manage project risks.
• Mentor and lead site personnel, promoting continuous improvement and professional development.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate project performance to senior management.

Minimum Requirements

• BSc or BEng in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years' experience within the building construction industry.
• Proven experience managing large and complex construction projects.
• Strong contract administration and commercial management experience.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong understanding of South African construction legislation, contractual frameworks, and health and safety requirements.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
• Excellent commercial and financial acumen.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and quality standards.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

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Job Description

• A well-established consulting engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Fire Engineer to join its Building Services division in Durbanville. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineer with experience in fire engineering design within a consulting environment, working on a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial developments.
• The successful candidate will be involved in the full project lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through to project management and close-out, delivering compliant and innovative fire engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver projects through Stages 1–6, including concept design, detailed design, tender documentation, project management, and project close-out.
• Design fire protection systems for a variety of building services projects.
• Conduct fire risk analyses.
• Design active and passive fire protection systems.
• Ensure all fire engineering designs comply with relevant regulations and industry standards, including NFPA, BS, SANS, and ASIB requirements.

Perform engineering calculations for:

• Automatic sprinkler systems
• Smoke detection systems
• Evacuation systems
• Smoke ventilation systems
• Hydraulic fire system design
• Gas suppression systems
• Prepare technical reports, financial reports, and tender documentation.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage projects from inception through completion.
• Prepare rational fire designs where required.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Conduct site inspections and provide construction support during project execution.

Project Experience

Experience on projects such as:

• Commercial office developments
• Retail centres
• Hospitals
• Hotels
• Multi-storey residential developments
• Data centres
• Warehouses

Minimum Requirements

• BTech, BSc, or BEng in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years' consulting engineering experience within Building Services.
• Professional registration as Pr Eng with Engineering Council of South Africa.
• Strong understanding of fire engineering principles and applicable South African and international standards.
• Experience managing projects throughout the full design and construction lifecycle.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.

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Job Description

• Our client is seeking a Mechanical Building Services Consulting Engineer to join its Cape Town office. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career mechanical engineer looking to build a career within the building services consulting industry, working on a diverse range of commercial, healthcare, retail, hospitality, and public infrastructure projects.
• The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers, assisting with the design, specification, project management, and delivery of mechanical building services systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and design of mechanical building services systems.
• Design HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) systems.
• Assist with the design of Fire Protection and Wet Services systems.
• Conduct mechanical services audits and site assessments.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, and reports.
• Assist with cost estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documentation.
• Support project management throughout all project phases.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Conduct site inspections and provide technical support during construction.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant South African standards and project specifications.

Project Experience

Opportunity to work on projects including:

• Office Developments
• Retail Centres
• Hospitals
• Hotels
• Gyms
• Data Centres
• Commercial Buildings
• Public Buildings

Minimum Requirements

• BEng Mechanical Engineering
• BSc Mechanical Engineering
• BTech Mechanical Engineering
• 0–3 years' experience, preferably within a consulting engineering environment.
• Strong interest in Building Services Engineering.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical and analytical ability.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a consulting engineering environment.

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Job Description

Permanent | Full-Time | Building Services & Electrical Infrastructure

• A well-established engineering consultancy is seeking a talented and passionate Electrical Technologist / Technician to join its team in Bellville, Cape Town.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical professional with proven design, procurement, and contract management experience across electrical infrastructure and building services projects.
• The successful candidate will work on both municipal and private-sector projects, gaining exposure to projects from feasibility and concept development through to detailed design and project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on electrical infrastructure and multidisciplinary building services projects.
• Assist with projects from feasibility and concept development through to detailed design and execution.
• Manage electrical design and project deliverables independently and as part of a team.
• Liaise with clients, employers, public authorities, project teams, and executive managers.
• Attend design, client, and project meetings.
• Compile cost estimates, Bills of Quantities, specifications, technical documentation, procurement documentation, and reports.
• Manage electrical infrastructure and building services projects and contracts.
• Assist with financial planning, revenue estimates, capital estimates, and project budgets.
• Analyse project requirements and independently resolve technical and project-related challenges.
• Coordinate and integrate different software packages where required.
• Work effectively within a collaborative, open-plan office environment.

Minimum Requirements

• BTech Degree or National Diploma (NDip) in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience.
• Proven design and construction experience within electrical infrastructure and/or building services.
• Experience with electrical infrastructure design software.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport.
• Willingness to travel and drive throughout the Western Cape.
• ECSA registration as Pr Tech or Pr Techni Eng will be advantageous, or candidates who are eligible for registration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.

Software Experience

• MS Office Suite
• AutoCAD
• Reticmaster
• Relux
• Experience with Revit MEP will be advantageous.
• Ability to integrate and work across different software packages.

Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate will be an independent and self-driven electrical professional who is comfortable taking ownership of projects, working under pressure, setting and achieving goals, and engaging confidently with clients and project stakeholders.
• The role would suit someone who enjoys working in a small, communicative, and collaborative team environment, while having the technical capability to manage projects independently.

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Job Description

• RPO Recruitment's client, a leading specialist contractor within the commercial interiors, fit-out and turnkey construction sector is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their Cape Town team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from contract award through to completion, ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple commercial interior fit-out and construction projects from commencement to practical completion.
• Oversee project programmes, budgets, procurement and subcontractor performance.
• Manage contracts, variations, claims, valuations and commercial matters.
• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, clients and internal project teams.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, quality and compliance.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, contractual requirements and health & safety standards.
• Attend and lead site, progress and coordination meetings.
• Manage project documentation, reporting and close-out.
• Identify and manage project risks and implement corrective measures where required.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure a high level of service throughout project delivery.

Requirements:

• Relevant Diploma, Degree or qualification in Construction Management, Building Science, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in construction, with significant experience in a Contracts Manager capacity.
• Strong experience in commercial interiors, office fit-outs, retail, tenant installations, refurbishments or similar building projects.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, project planning, cost control and commercial management.
• Excellent understanding of construction methodology, quality control and health & safety requirements.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant construction/project management software.
• Experience working on high-end commercial, corporate, retail or hospitality fit-outs.
• Experience with turnkey project delivery.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.

Benefits:

• Salary:  Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

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Job Description

• Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join its Western Cape team. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven construction professional with extensive experience managing multi-storey residential developments from project inception through to successful completion. 

Requirements:

• BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or similar qualification.
• National Technical Diploma in Construction will be advantageous.
• Formal qualification in Health, Safety and Environmental Management will be advantageous.
• Registered with SACPCMP – either C.CM or Pr.CM
• Minimum 8–10 years' experience within the building construction industry.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior supervisory or construction management role.
• Proven experience managing multi-storey residential construction projects.
• Extensive experience managing General Foremen, Construction Supervisors, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary site teams.
• Strong experience overseeing concrete structures, wet trades, finishing trades, and project close-out.
• Excellent understanding of construction contracts, procurement, budgeting, and commercial management.
• Strong knowledge of South African construction legislation and HSE requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings.

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Job Description

• Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Site Agent to join its Cape Town team on a permanent basis. This opportunity is suited to a results-driven construction professional with extensive experience managing large-scale building projects from inception through to successful completion.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining strong client relationships and commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of large and complex building construction projects.
• Manage all site operations, ensuring programme, quality, cost, and safety objectives are achieved.
• Oversee contract administration and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead negotiations relating to contract variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams.
• Ensure construction activities comply with project specifications, drawings, and industry standards.
• Identify and resolve complex technical and construction-related challenges.
• Implement innovative construction methods to improve project efficiency and quality.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Lead site resource planning and allocation.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ policies, legislation, and company procedures.
• Develop and implement project-specific safety management plans.
• Conduct site inspections and proactively manage project risks.
• Mentor and lead site personnel, promoting continuous improvement and professional development.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate project performance to senior management.

Minimum Requirements

• BSc or BEng in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years' experience within the building construction industry.
• Proven experience managing large and complex construction projects.
• Strong contract administration and commercial management experience.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong understanding of South African construction legislation, contractual frameworks, and health and safety requirements.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
• Excellent commercial and financial acumen.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and quality standards.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.