Eskom Construction Manager

We're looking for an experienced Construction Manager with a passion for delivering complex high-voltage transmission and substation projects. If you're a confident leader who thrives in fast-paced construction environments, has a strong commitment to safety and quality, and holds a valid ORHVS certification, this is your opportunity to lead skilled teams, drive project success, and make a lasting impact on critical infrastructure.

JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION:
 
Job Title:                                 Eskom Construction Manager
Employment Type:               1 Year contract (Extendable) 
Work Model:                          Onsite (Bloemfontein)
 

JOB CONTEXT:
We're looking for a driven and experienced Construction Manager to take the lead on high-voltage transmission and distribution projects that power South Africa. If you thrive in fast-paced construction environments, enjoy leading teams to success, and have a passion for delivering projects safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Please note that this role is based in Bloemfontein.


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, coordinate, and manage all on-site construction activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Plan, organise, and oversee daily site operations, ensuring efficient allocation of labour, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with Eskom/NTCSA specifications, ORHVS requirements, project contractual obligations, SHEQ standards, and all applicable legislation.
• Manage and supervise site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring work is carried out efficiently and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and construction programmes.
• Review construction schedules and monitor project progress, identifying delays, risks, and resource constraints while implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Coordinate outages, switching operations, permits, and access requirements with Eskom, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure safe execution of works.
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality audits, and progress assessments to verify compliance with engineering standards, quality requirements, and project specifications.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by ensuring all personnel adhere to company SHEQ policies, risk assessments, safe work procedures, and ORHVS regulations.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate construction risks while proactively resolving technical, operational, and contractual challenges.
• Review and approve method statements, inspection and test plans (ITPs), construction documentation, and quality records before implementation.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities to ensure effective communication and successful project delivery.
• Monitor project costs, labour productivity, equipment utilisation, and material consumption to support effective budget control and resource management.
• Ensure procurement and material deliveries align with construction schedules to minimise project delays and optimise productivity.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly construction progress reports, site diaries, quality reports, and other project documentation.
• Manage site handovers, commissioning support, punch-list completion, and project close-out activities to ensure successful project completion.
• Mentor, coach, and develop supervisors and site personnel while fostering teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement across construction teams.
• Investigate incidents, non-conformances, and quality deviations, implementing corrective and preventative actions to improve project performance.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience:

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Electrical, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline.
• Valid ORHVS certification (Operating Regulations for High Voltage Systems) – NON-NEGOTIABLE
• Minimum 8–10 years' construction experience, with at least 5 years in a Construction Management role.
• Proven experience managing Eskom/NTCSA transmission line, substation, or overhead powerline projects.
• Strong knowledge of EPC/PC project environments.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Construction management of high-voltage transmission line and/or substation projects.
• Overseeing multidisciplinary construction teams and subcontractors.
• Working within live electrical environments and planned outage programmes.
• Managing project schedules, budgets, quality, and safety performance.
• Client liaison and stakeholder management within Eskom or utility environments.
• Contract administration and construction reporting.

Mandatory skills:

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.

Package & Remuneration:

• Will be agreed based on qualifications, experience and previous earnings.