Job Description

Closing Date

2025/12/01

Reference Number

WCG251001-7

Tracking Number

DOI 144/2025

Job Title

Programme Manager: Programme/ Project Infrastructure Delivery: Education (Chief Engineer/ Chief Architect/ Chief Quantity Surveyor/ Chief Construction Project Manager), Ref. No. DOI 144/2025

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Ms T Potgieter at (021) 438 4881 / 071 555 6901

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

CBD - Cape Town

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage all aspects of the sub-programme for the management and implementation of capital infrastructure projects in line with the Western Cape Government values for the Chief Directorate: General Infrastructure, Branch Public Works.

Minimum Requirements

Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification; Six years post

qualification experience required as a registered professional Engineer; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid driving licence. Or

B-Degree in Architecture or relevant qualification; A minimum of 6 years post qualification architectural experience; Compulsory registration with SACAP as a professional Architect; A valid driving licence. Or



B-Degree in Quantity Surving or relevant Qualification; Six years post qualification Quantity Survey experience required; Compulsory registration with SACQSP as a professional Quantity Surveyor; A valid driving licence. Or



BTech or higher qualification (Built Environment field) with a certificate in Project Management as recognised by SACPCMP; A minimum of 6 years' experience as a registered Professional Construction Project Manager with the SACPCMP; Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager on appointment; A valid driving licence.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage professional in-house project teams and relevant committees for a particular project or group of projects; Manage the procurement process of projects; Monitor, control and report on project/programme implementation; Development, interpretation and customisation of policies, strategies, plans, procedures and criteria of all infrastructure programmes and projects; Identify and extract information to assist client departments with the drafting of their user asset management plan; Research and study literature to keep abreast of new technologies and procedures, including interaction with professional councils, boards and organisations; Assisting technical staff to achieve the pre-determined performance indicators and service delivery imperatives; Management of framework, term service and consultant agreements including appointments, management, payment processes.

Competencies

Working knowledge of the following: Contract documentation and administration; Relevant built environment legislation including Occupational Health and Safety (OHS-Act), National Building Regulations, SANS 10400; Programme and Project Management; Research and planning procedures for projects; Financial Management; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Leadership, teamwork and organising skills; Conflict Management skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines..

Remuneration

Chief Engineer - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 1 266 450 per annum (OSD as prescribed);

Chief Construction Project Manager - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R1 266 450 per annum (OSD as prescribed);



Chief Architect - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 1 099 488 per annum (OSD as prescribed);



Chief Quantity Surveyor - Grade A, All-inclusive salary package of R 1 099 488 per annum (OSD as prescribed).



Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.