Project Manager (Construction)

Description:

Hire Resolve's Client are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Construction Manager to oversee and manage construction projects from inception to completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for project planning, financial management, contract administration, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including subcontractors and SMMEs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct financial evaluations of tenders.
• Develop project plans and budgets.
• Establish project schedules to track work progress.
• Ensure optimal value for the project by managing supplier selection and utilizing internal and external resources effectively.
• Prepare and price Bills of Quantities.
• Compile detailed and summary project reports.
• Identify costs and process contract variations.
• Monitor progress against detailed project plans.
• Update project plans to reflect approved changes.
• Generate accurate financial reports.
• Track actual expenditures against project budgets.
• Organize and facilitate project steering/operations committee meetings.
• Ensure timely submission of monthly claims or interim valuations.
• Prepare pre-project cash flow projections and ensure adherence.
• Lead and attend project site meetings.
• Conduct on-site and drawing-based measurements.
• Interpret blueprints for GB, EB, ME, and CE works.
• Manage subcontractors, including appointment, supervision, measurement of work done, contract agreements, meetings, and final accounts.
• Mentor SMME contractors by compiling tender documents, evaluating bids, offering guidance, managing contracts, measuring completed work, drafting templates, and overseeing project progress.
• Draft, negotiate, and approve final accounts.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of construction claims, legislation, and contracts, including GCC, NEC, JBCC, FIDIC, COTO, COLTO, and SANS.
• Ensure timely submission and approval of extension of time claims (with/without cost implications).
• Conduct cost breakdowns and rate buildups for non-scheduled works, ensuring alignment with contract requirements.
• Possess extensive experience in contract management and quantity surveying for General Building (GB), Electrical (EB), Mechanical (ME), Civil (CE), and Structural projects.

Required Personal Attributes:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Xhosa.
• Business acumen with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
• Financial management expertise, including budgeting, costing, forecasting, and reporting.
• In-depth technical knowledge of civil engineering and construction.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate at all levels.
• Independent worker with the ability to handle pressure.
• Adaptability and excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A relevant BSc, BTech, or National Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Project Management.
• Professional registration is advantageous.
• Must be registered with SACPCMP.
• A minimum of 8 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, or Construction Manager in a medium to large company.
• Proficiency in IT and relevant software, including Microsoft Office, CCS, and Xero.
• Strong estimation, planning, forecasting, cash flow management, subcontractor coordination, cost control, and budget management skills.
• Experience in building and civil projects.
• A valid South African driver’s license.
• Submission of CV and relevant certificates is required.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Kay-Leen Recruiter at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: engineers@hireresolve.za.com

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

Requirements:

• Conduct financial evaluations of tenders.
• Develop project plans and budgets.
• Establish project schedules to track work progress.
• Ensure optimal value for the project by managing supplier selection and utilizing internal and external resources effectively.
• Prepare and price Bills of Quantities.
• Compile detailed and summary project reports.
• Identify costs and process contract variations.
• Monitor progress against detailed project plans.
• Update project plans to reflect approved changes.
• Generate accurate financial reports.
• Track actual expenditures against project budgets.
• Organize and facilitate project steering/operations committee meetings.
• Ensure timely submission of monthly claims or interim valuations.
• Prepare pre-project cash flow projections and ensure adherence.
• Lead and attend project site meetings.
• Conduct on-site and drawing-based measurements.
• Interpret blueprints for GB, EB, ME, and CE works.
• Manage subcontractors, including appointment, supervision, measurement of work done, contract agreements, meetings, and final accounts.
• Mentor SMME contractors by compiling tender documents, evaluating bids, offering guidance, managing contracts, measuring completed work, drafting templates, and overseeing project progress.
• Draft, negotiate, and approve final accounts.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of construction claims, legislation, and contracts, including GCC, NEC, JBCC, FIDIC, COTO, COLTO, and SANS.
• Ensure timely submission and approval of extension of time claims (with/without cost implications).
• Conduct cost breakdowns and rate buildups for non-scheduled works, ensuring alignment with contract requirements.
• Possess extensive experience in contract management and quantity surveying for General Building (GB), Electrical (EB), Mechanical (ME), Civil (CE), and Structural projects.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Xhosa.
• Business acumen with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
• Financial management expertise, including budgeting, costing, forecasting, and reporting.
• In-depth technical knowledge of civil engineering and construction.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate at all levels.
• Independent worker with the ability to handle pressure.
• Adaptability and excellent organizational skills.

• A relevant BSc, BTech, or National Diploma in Quantity Surveying or Project Management.
• Professional registration is advantageous.
• Must be registered with SACPCMP.
• A minimum of 8 years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, or Construction Manager in a medium to large company.
• Proficiency in IT and relevant software, including Microsoft Office, CCS, and Xero.
• Strong estimation, planning, forecasting, cash flow management, subcontractor coordination, cost control, and budget management skills.
• Experience in building and civil projects.
• A valid South African driver’s license.
• Submission of CV and relevant certificates is required.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Kay-Leen Recruiter at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: engineers@hireresolve.za.com