Jobs at Powerpoint Lifestyles

Job Description

• Our client is a trusted provider of effective engineering and project management solutions. They are committed to improving the living environment of all South Africans through practical, comprehensive, and sustainable infrastructure development. Join a team driven by innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and monitoring of urban, rural, and municipal civil infrastructure projects.
• Deliver civil engineering designs for private and public sector clients.
• Manage projects, oversee design teams, and ensure quality deliverables.
• Conduct feasibility and technical studies, site investigations, and design reviews.
• Administer contracts, prepare tender documentation, and supervise tender evaluation processes.
• Identify and manage project risks, design changes, and resource requirements.
• Engage with clients, stakeholders, and site teams through regular meetings and inspections.
• Provide strategic input to the Department Head and mentor technicians and trainees.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, permits, and environmental regulations.
• Resolve technical challenges with innovative, logical, and practical solutions.

Reporting Structure
Reports to: Department Head
Supervises: Technicians and Trainees
Minimum Requirements

• BTech / BEng / BSc in Civil Engineering
• ECSA professional registration (Pr Tech Eng / Pr Eng) — Essential
• 7–10 years’ relevant experience
• Valid driver’s licence
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil Designer, Model Maker, and Civil3D — essential
• Leadership and Effective Communication

Job Purpose

• To lead and execute the end-to-end design of civil services for private developments, township projects, and municipal service infrastructure from inception to final handover while managing contract administration, tender processes, technical reviews, and stakeholder communication.

Additional Duties

• Oversee site supervision and provide technical advice to contractors.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, resource allocation, and project milestones.
• Prepare weekly progress reports and monthly project status reports.
• Participate in short-term, medium-term, and long-term project planning cycles.
• Maintain consistent documentation, reporting, and verbal updates for management and stakeholders.

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Purpose of the Role

• The Project Management Specialist is responsible for real-time monitoring of infrastructure projects against approved performance baselines, developing monitoring tools and templates, and conducting comprehensive monitoring and evaluation (M&E). The role ensures governance compliance, accurate reporting, and continuous improvement in project execution.

Key Focus Areas

• Real-Time Project Monitoring & Performance Tracking
• Development of Monitoring Tools & Templates
• Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
• Stakeholder Engagement & Client Liaison
• Compliance, Governance & Reporting

Key Responsibilities
 Real-Time Project Monitoring & Performance Tracking

• Monitor project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risks against approved baselines.
• Identify variances, escalate issues, and recommend corrective actions.

 Development of Monitoring Tools & Templates

• Design and maintain standardised dashboards, templates, and reporting tools.
• Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and consistency.

 Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

• Conduct evaluations on project performance, outcomes, and impact.
• Produce high-quality, evidence-based M&E reports with actionable recommendations.

 Stakeholder Engagement & Client Liaison

• Work closely with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to validate data and resolve issues.
• Provide technical support on monitoring processes and promote effective collaboration.

 Compliance, Governance & Reporting

• Ensure alignment with project management regulations, governance frameworks, and audit requirements.
• Produce accurate, audit-ready reports and maintain complete project records.

Essential Requirements
 Education, Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in the Built Environment (Master’s degree advantageous).
• Professional registration with SACPCMP (compulsory).
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in project management and contract administration within the construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience in project monitoring, evaluation, and performance reporting.

 Skills & Competencies

• Strong project management and contract administration capabilities.
• Advanced real-time performance tracking and monitoring skills.
• Ability to design and implement monitoring dashboards and templates.
• In-depth understanding of M&E methodologies and frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, project management systems, and reporting tools.
• Strong compliance, governance, and documentation orientation.