CHIEF ENGINEER (CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER) POST AT THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION

Chief Engineer post at the Department of Water and Sanitation

DEADLINE: 26 May 2023

Chief Engineer (Construction Project Manager) post at the Department of Water and Sanitation

• POST: CHIEF ENGINEER (CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER) 
• REF NO:03032026/S08 BRANCH: INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT
• CHIEF DIRECTORATE: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
• SALARY: R1105 383.00 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Service) 5 years fixed Contract.
• CENTRE: Clanwilliam Dam Project

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must be in possession of Civil Engineering qualification (B. Eng or B.Sc. Eng or B.Tech) in the relevant Building Environment NQF-7 as recognised by SAQA). Eight (08) years appropriate Construction management experience in planning and supervision in the implementation of water related infrastructure projects. Registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer/Technologist. (Proof must be attached) Registration with the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Professional Construction Manager (Pr. CM) will be an added advantage. Knowledge of Sector Legislation compliance. Extensive experience in project management and risk management especially in the project management of large infrastructure projects. Experience in large water infrastructure will be beneficial. Extensive contract management experience. A detailed understanding of construction procurement processes. Experience financial planning and financial management. Knowledge of project risk analysis and risk management. The ability to relate with associated professional fields in a multi-disciplinary. High-level communication skills (verbal and written). Conflict management, contract dispute resolution and negotiation skills. Problem-solving and analysis skills. Computer proficiency (such as MS Office, MS Projects, etc). Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated, responsible and reliable. Programme and project management, Project management skills, Project and professional judgement, Computer-aided engineering and project applications. A valid South African driver’s licence.

DUTIES: The incumbent will be required to manage and oversee all aspects of the project in support of the management of the Clanwilliam Dam project during the implementation phase. Monitor and manage quality assurance, project planning & scheduling, contract management, project financials, personnel management, environmental and occupational health and safety aspects, stakeholder engagement. Report on project progress, challenges and mitigation plans. Optimize operational efficiency during project implementation phase. Compiles risk logs (databases) and manages significant risks according to sound risk management principles.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Mancha Maraka Tel No. 0123367073

How to apply

APPLICATIONS: Head Office: Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X313, Pretoria 0001 OR hand deliver at 185 Sedibeng Building, Pretoria 0001 OR email your applications quoting the relevant reference number to [email protected]

FOR ATTENTION: Mr LZ Mokoena

Application Notes

Note: Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to the address specified on each post. Applications must be submitted using the newly implemented Z83 form obtainable on the Department of Water and Sanitations website, under career opportunities or the DPSA website, under vacancies in the Public Service (point 4) and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience). All required information on the Z83 application form must be provided. Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B of the Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory and such details must also be included in the applicants CV. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late, applications will be accepted. A SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualification/s (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements will not be considered. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. The successful candidates will be appointed on five (5) years fixed term Specialist Contract renewable in terms of section 76 of the National Water Act, Act 36 of 1998.

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