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Electrical Construction Manager - CVZECM

Armstrong Appointments
3 days ago
Full-time
Remote
South Africa

Duties & Responsibilities

Main job function

Our Renewable Energy Division is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the successful delivery of electrical construction projects across South Africa

The role requires strong experience in high voltage electrical infrastructure, including substations, overhead lines and reticulation networks, ensuring projects are constructed safely, on time and within budget

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Electrical Engineering (advantageous) or Qualified Electrician with experience
  • Construction Management qualification or certification (advantageous)
  • Registration with the SACPCMP as Pr CM or in process of being registered
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience within the electrical construction industry
  • Proven experience managing projects involving:
    • High Voltage Substations
    • Overhead transmission lines (medium and high voltage)
    • Electrical reticulation networks
    • Eskom Self-Build works for Transmission and Distribution networks
  • Strong understanding of power infrastructure and electrical construction practices
  • Knowledge of high voltage electrical systems and grid infrastructure
  • Ability to manage multi-disciplinary project teams
  • Experience with project planning, scheduling and budgeting

 

 Criteria

  • Manage the construction lifecycle of electrical infrastructure projects from planning through to handover
  • Oversee construction activities relating to high voltage substations, overhead transmission lines, and reticulation networks, including the process to achieve Grid Code Compliance
  • Coordinate project teams, contractors and suppliers to ensure successful project construction
  • Ensure projects comply with engineering specifications, regulatory standards and safety requirements
  • Manage project schedules, budgets and resources
  • Knowledge of CCS will be an advantage
  • Monitor project progress and report on milestones and performance
  • Identify and mitigate project risks
  • Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) standards
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders, engineers, contractors and clients
  • Economic Development management abilities
  • Full-time site-based roll with end of month R&R cycle

Interested?