• Reference Number : refs/056653
• Directorate : Incremental Housing Development
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R 914 517.00 - R 1 172 184.00 all-inclusive OSD package (i.e. Salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable Occupation Specific Dispensation for Engineering Professions and Related Occupations, subject to verification of qualifications, professional registration and appropriate recognisable experience
• Enquiries : Ms Nomkhosi Kunene 0723159992

Requirements :

• Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / National Senior Certificate; plus a minimum National Diploma / National Higher Diploma / equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification as recognised by SAQA in the Built Environment, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or a related Built Environment field, with a minimum of four years and six months’ appropriate confirmed experience in the Built Environment / Construction Project Management environment; or BTech / equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification as recognised by SAQA in the Built Environment, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or a related Built Environment field, with a minimum of four years’ appropriate confirmed managerial / construction project management experience; or an Honours Degree / equivalent NQF Level 8 qualification as recognised by SAQA in the Built Environment, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or a related Built Environment field, with a minimum of three years’ appropriate experience in the Built Environment / Construction Project Management environment. Compulsory valid registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions ASCPCMP) as a Professional Construction Project Manager (PrCPM) Candidate registration or registration in another category will not satisfy this requirement. A valid driver’s licence. Willingness to travel and conduct site inspections. KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of programme and project management principles and methodologies; construction project management within the built environment; human settlements/ housing delivery in the public and or private sector, internal and or bulk municipal services , infrastructure delivery, ; PFMA, Treasury Regulations, SCM prescripts and construction procurement; CIDB prescripts; Occupational Health and Safety National Building Regulations; construction /infrastructure contract management and standard forms of contract such as JBCC, GCC and/or NEC; project planning and scope management , cost control, quality control as per building regulations , project risk management, project financial management , project reporting up to close out and handover , technical report writing, stakeholder management and including working with multiple teams contractors , professional teams and developers , project document management. COMPETENCIES: Project planning and programme , contract management; professional judgement; technical consulting; decision-making; analytical thinking; problem-solving; planning and organising; financial management; stakeholder relations management ,customer focus and responsiveness; communication ; computer literacy; conflict management; people management; change management; innovation; research and development; and ability to work with professional teams, contractors, municipalities, communities and other stakeholders.

Duties :

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of construction projects within the human settlements / built environment portfolio. Develop project implementation plans, prepare and monitor project schedules (implementation programme0 g, site monitoring, project performance reporting evaluation in line with approved project management methodologies and infrastructure delivery prescripts/ programme Develop, execute and review project work plans, project schedules and implementation plans. Identify project resources, risks, dependencies and corrective actions. Manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects, including scope, time, cost, quality, risk, project resources and stakeholder coordination. Monitor project progress, conduct site inspections, attend project and site technical and project committee meetings, and ensure compliance with applicable legislation, policies, norms, standards and contract requirements. Project financial management, Monitor and report on project budgets, expenditure, cash flow, verifying payment certificates, manage cashflow projections, ensure compliance with PFMA and other treasury requirements and project performance. Monitor project performance, adherence to approved specifications, building requirements and norms and standards of the Department. Report project progress to the Chief Construction or equivalent and provide timely technical and management reports. Provide inputs into tender documentation, bid specifications, procurement planning, evaluation processes and contract administration, where required. Liaise and interact with service providers, contractors, professional teams, municipalities, clients, communities and management. • Maintain proper project records, documentation, registers and reports. Support audit readiness and ensure that project information is complete, accurate and accessible. • Undertake research and development. Keep abreast of new technologies, construction methods, project management methodologies, built environment trends and SACPCMP professional requirements. Participate in continuous professional development in accordance with SACPCMP guidelines. • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Candidate Construction Project Managers and related technical or administrative personnel, where applicable. Promote skills transfer, adherence to professional standards and sound project management practice.

Notes :

• No late applications will be considered. No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. The Department is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates whose appointment will promote representativity in line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Professional Job Centre and must be accompanied by a completed and signed Z83 and a comprehensive CV. The CV must clearly indicate the applicant’s qualifications, SACPCMP registration category and registration number, employment history, project experience, role performed, project values where applicable, dates of experience and contactable references. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document, driver’s licence and proof of valid SACPCMP PrCPM registration. Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates, shall be subjected to two assessments: a practical exercise to determine suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of the post, and an integrity/ethical conduct assessment. For SMS positions, the successful completion of the Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme, as endorsed by the National School of Government, and possession of the SMS Pre-Entry Certificate are required prior to appointment. For more details on the pre-entry course, visit:https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Post Notes: Employment Equity targets apply: preference will be given to suitably qualified African males, Indian males, Coloured males and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Youth candidates are encouraged to apply

Employer : Department of Human Settlements

Location : West Rand Region

Closing Date : 13-11-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.