NOTICE: 226 of 2019 PROJECT MANAGER: DEVELOPMENTS

Closing Date: 08 October 2019
Salary: R 393 640.02 – R510 963.08 (T14)

POISITION ID:                    WC047ISPM004

DIRECTORATE:                 ENGINEERING SERVICES

DIVISION:                           PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

SECTION:                           DEVELOPMENTS                           

BASIC SALARY:                  R 393 640.02 – R510 963.08 (T14)

REF NO:                              NOTICE: 226 of 2019

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: National Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent NQF 6; ● 3years in a similar environment.

ADDED ADVANTAGE● Compliance with the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency levels for Senior Managers – Gazette No. 29967 of 15 June 2007.

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS:  ● Registration with ECSA as Candidate Professional Engineer (PrEng) or Technologist (PrTechEng) or Technician (PrTechniEng) ●Registration with SACPCMP as a Candidate Professional Construction Project Manager (PrCPM)● Experience in Project Management of Engineering Construction projects ● Ability to deal with and resolve conflict, work under pressure and meet deadlines ● Good written and oral communication, report-writing, presentation and facilitation skills ● Ability to implement work programmes ● Advances computer user (MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint) ●Good knowledge of MS Project, AutoCAD drawing software, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Civil Designer (or similar engineering design software), ArcView (GIS) ● Must have a valid driver’s license (Code EB) and own transport● Working knowledge of local government prescripts as it relates to infrastructure project management.

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: ● To provide project management services regarding the planning, design, implementation, construction and handover phases of projects related to Human Settlement Developments Project Management ● Manages the project scope, programme, cost and quality requirements to ensure delivery of stated objectives ● Risk Management to ensure proper identification, analysis and mitigation of risks ● Integration Management by finalising  the project over its full project life cycle from inception to handover ● Communication Management by  coordinating the proper collection and dissemination of project information to all internal and external stakeholders ● Procurement Management to ensure that all procurement documentation comply with the industry standards for uniformity, applicable regulations, contractual conditions and specifications ● Construction Management to ensure that construction projects are implemented in accordance with the contract documentation ●  Management  of the human resources involved with the project ● Manage and coordinate the activities of external service providers (professional services and contractors) to ensure the successful implementation of the project ● Manage and coordinate the handover of the project to the relevant portfolio manager or user department for operational purposes ● Manage and coordinate the conclusion of Service Level Agreements with prospective Developers, including the determination of Development Contributions ● Manage and coordinate the review and comment on potential planning and building applications●  Keeps abreast of current developments, legislative changes, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession.

Work related enquiries can be directed in writing to the Manager: Project Manager Unit, at e-mail:oessa@plett.gov.za , or 044 501 3260.

For general enquiries contact Mr. Joseph Williams or Ms. Lurè Clark on telephone no:  044 501 3418

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.

Application forms are available on the Bitou website (www.bitou.gov.za). A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be posted /hand delivered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.

Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Please Note: 

1. No hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.

   No late applications will be considered.  Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.

2. Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
3. Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area

ADV. LMR NGOQO

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                   CLOSING DATE: 08 October 2019 @ 14H00 PM                                               

If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.