MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To represent the contractor in all aspects of the contact
The primary technical and commercial point of contact for the client
Inter-discipline coordination and overall quality control of the work on a specific contract
Ensure projects are completed according to project plans and financial goals
Manage project team resources and training

LOCATION JOHANNESBURG/ Western Cape

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
BSC degree in Engineering, NHD Engineering or relevant field
Advantageous – Qualification in Project Management, SAIMECHE Membership, ECSA registration

KPA’S OR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Overall management of the assigned contract, delivery of contract to the client
Preparing, scheduling, coordinating and monitoring the assigned engineering projects
Where an in house Project team is assembled for the Contract, management and co-ordination of the Project Team
Management and execution of the design phase of the Contract, using in house resources and external resources when required.
Management of the SHE activities required for the Contract. As OHSACT 16.2 appointee, ensure that the SHE file is compiled and a SHE officer is appointed for the site to monitor and audit SHE activities
Development of Project QC plan, ensure component QCP’s are generated. Monitoring that the QA requirements of the Contract are met. Liase with in house QC Inspector to ensure inspection s are carried out, remedial actions if required are agreed, and NCR’s are closed out.
Development of and maintaining the Project Programme, including regular tracking and updating of the Programme, to ensure that Contractual milestones are met.
Procurement – Defining the supplier scope/requirements, issuing of RFQ, obtaining quotations from suppliers, negotiating with suppliers and placing of sub contract and orders.
Management and coordination of the Manufacture and Supply phase of the Contract, as well as arranging transport of all equipment to site.
Appointment and management of Sub contract site erection /installation teams. If the Contract requires it, appointment of and coordination with the Construction Manager to supervise execution of work on site.
Co-ordination of all commissioning work on site and responsible for ensuring the contractual requirements are met in order to successfully commission and Hand Over the completed Contract to the Client
Attend Project Progress and Coordination meetings with the Engineer and the Client
Management of all matters arising during the Defects Liability Period, and obtaining the Final Certificate.
Manage and carry out all aspects of Contract Administration, including :
Approval of supplier payment certificates and invoices,
Preparation of PCI payment certificates and obtaining approval thereof.
Developing and maintaining the Project Cost Control and reporting system.
Ensuring that any variations from scope are the subject of a Variation Order – preparing, submitting, negotiating and obtaining the Variation order from the Engineer/Client.
Ensure that O&M manuals are compiled, submitted and approved
Ensure that QC data packs are compiled and submitted
Managing all Contractual aspects of the Contract, such as negotiating and settling supplier claims, Claims against the Client, and Extension of Time claims.
Maintaining relations with sub-contractors/suppliers
Maintaining relationships with the Engineer and the Client

Experience 5 to 10 years relevant experience
Operational site experience
Experience in project management
Municipal environment working experience will be an advantage

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Proven working experience as a project engineer
Knowledge of design and visualisations software such as AutoCAD, reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Advanced MS Office skills
Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards
Ability to work with multiple disciplinary projects
Project management and supervision skills
Decision making ability and leadership skills
Knowledge of various conditions of contract

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Time management and organisation skills
Creativity and analytical skills
Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
Technical writing skills