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Project Construction Manager

Rensearch Placements cc
4 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Helderkruin, South Africa

Introduction

The Project Construction Manager (PCM) is responsible for the effective management and execution of all site-based project activities. The role ensures optimal utilisation of site resources to deliver the project in accordance with defined specifications, SHEQ requirements, approved schedules, and allocated budgets as set by the Project Manager (PM).
The PCM is accountable for translating the approved project baseline into controlled and coordinated execution on site, ensuring that planning intent is consistently aligned with on-the-ground delivery. This includes the integration of construction planning, execution, cost control, quality assurance, SHEQ compliance, ISO compliance and stakeholder coordination.
The PCM is fully accountable for site-based construction execution at site level and serves as the primary site-based authority. The role requires strong leadership to drive execution discipline, ensure accountability across all work fronts, and proactively manage risks, interfaces, and performance to achieve project objectives

Professional Construction Manager (Pr.CM)

Experience on 400 kV projects (ESKOM)

Duties & Responsibilities

 

▪Project Planning (baseline alignment, integration, readiness)
▪Project Implementation (overall site execution control & performance)
▪Project Finance (financial oversight, input, and governance support)
▪Project Evaluation (delivery performance, commissioning oversight, lessons learned)
▪People Management (leadership, team performance, accountability culture)
▪Stakeholder Management (primary site interface and relationship management)
▪Communication Management (Implementation of streamlined and effective communication channels)
▪Tendering (strategic input and constructability validation)
▪Contractual & Commercial (governance, discipline, escalation support to PM)
▪Project Plan and Schedule (implementation accountability and performance control)
▪Plant, Equipment & Material (optimisation and utilisation oversight)
▪Sub-contractors and JV Partners (performance management and compliance)
▪Human Resources and Payroll (governance, accuracy, compliance oversight)
▪Risk Management (Identify, analyse and mitigate project risk)
▪Business Development (client positioning and opportunity awareness)
▪Training (capability development and compliance oversight)
▪Mentoring, Skills Development & Talent / Resource Acquisition
▪Project Close-out & Handover (Ensure completion of punch lists and snag items, manage commissioning and handover processes)

Desired Experience & Qualification

QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE

Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction/project execution within the built environment.
At least 5 years in a senior site leadership role, managing multi-disciplinary construction teams.
Proven track record in delivering projects across scope, schedule, cost, quality and SHEQ parameters.
Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale site operations, including subcontractor coordination and stakeholder interface management

Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or related built environment discipline.
Demonstrated competency in NEC / FIDIC / JBCC contracts and commercial frameworks Registration as a Professional Construction Manager
Professional Construction Manager (Pr.CM)

Experience on 400 kV projects

Incident Investigation (RCAT / ICAM)
Legal Liability
HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment)
IRCON certification (as applicable to site requirements)
First Aid Level 2
Construction Regulations
Intent and Scope of the GMR 2.1
Environmental Law
Working at heights: Rescue
Working at heights
Fire Fighting
Eskom Dx & Tx Authorization Compulsory (Demonstrate compliant Portfolio of Evidence (POE)
Supervision (ELW001)
Operating regulations for high voltage systems (HV01, HV02, and HV04: Appointed Operator)
Job observations
Equipotential Earthing (OL2 02)
High voltage environment and regulations awareness (CATO 006)
Electrical line mechanic (OFO 671301)
C-Green

SKILLS

▪Strong leadership and interpersonal capability, able to engage effectively with Clients, Consultants, service providers (contractors, suppliers) and internal stakeholders.
▪Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills, able to resolve complex site challenges, manage interfaces, and mitigate risks at project level.
▪Clear and structured communication skills, ensuring alignment across all stakeholder levels and accurate reporting to PM / PE and management.
▪Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands, ensuring focus on critical path activities and project delivery objectives.
▪Capability to build, develop, and lead high-performing teams, ensuring the right skills, capacity, and accountability across all site resources.
▪Strong administrative and reporting competence, with the ability to present clear, concise, and professional project narratives.
▪Ability to delegate effectively and enforce accountability, ensuring performance delivery across all work fronts and subcontractors.
▪Strong capability in planning and optimising site resources, ensuring alignment between schedule, cost, and productivity targets.
▪Ability to integrate and coordinate multi-disciplinary construction activities, ensuring seamless execution and interface management.
▪Capability to monitor and evaluate overall site performance, identifying risks, inefficiencies, and deviations, and driving corrective action through the PM and support functions.

 

 

Package & Remuneration

Salary negotiable