Job Description

• We seek a skilled and motivated Professional Engineer/Engineering Technologist to play a critical role in managing the various engineering workstreams required for the roll-out of internal and external bulk services and top structures at Namakwa SEZ phase 1, to be situated on Portion 1 of the Farm Bloemhoek 61 and Re/57 of the Farm Aroams 57 near the town of Aggeneys in the Northern Cape Province. The job may also involve the management of preliminary- and feasibility work needed for the proposed Boegoebaai Port and associated landside development, to be situated on the west coast of South Africa, near its border with Namibia
• The Engineering Project Manager will manage the implementation process and provide support to the SEZ's Senior Project Manager.
• The Engineering Project Manager will manage the following key technical sub-workstreams:

• Civil Engineering Workstreams

• Architectural and Structural Engineering Workstreams related to top structures and any structures required for bulk infrastructure
• Electrical Engineering Workstreams
• Mechanical Engineering Workstreams
• Quantity Surveying and Cost Control of Engineering Workstreams
• The Engineering Project Manager will directly supervise the Junior Engineering Technician
• The Engineering Project Manager will work closely with the Project Administrator (who also reports directly to the Senior Project Manager)
• The Engineering Project Manager will furthermore directly manage the following:

• Any other technical staff resource that may, as the project develops, be found necessary
• Professional built environment workstreams provided by various professional service providers (town planning, architectural, quantity surveying, traffic & transport, roads and stormwater, raw & potable water, sanitation, electrical, ITC, solid waste, etc)
• Various internal and external bulk infrastructure and top structure implementation (construction) workstreams provided by various construction contractors.

• Liaise, co-operate, coordinate and communicate with Senior Project Manager
• Assist in the creation, implementation, management and monitoring of project management policies, standards and procedures.
• Develop and implement operational systems for the project management office for the phase 1 developmental workstreams
• Assist with the commencement and application of a comprehensive quality management system.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive financial control system for the Namakwa SEZ PMO.
• Advise on procurement policy for future necessary projects required by the Namakwa SEZ PMO.
• Assist in developing definitions and measurements of success to objectively quantify project success and report progress against agreed plans.
• Advise on need for further professional PSPs and services required by the Namakwa SEZ PMO.
• Assist with the defining of any further assistant technical positions required for the Namakwa SEZ PMO, as this develops over time.
• Prepare annual budget estimates for technical workstreams for the Namakwa SEZ PMO and effectively managing these
• Oversee all monthly expenditure by the Namakwa SEZ PMO on technical workstreams and ensure these are in line with approved yearly budget.
• Monthly cost reporting with regards to technical workstreams to the Senior Project Manager
• Perform financial risk assessments related to technical workstreams on a quarterly basis and report back to the Senior Project Manager
• Assist the Senior Project Manager in preparing a financial viability reports for various proposed technical workstream projects.
• Review and evaluate technical workstream design concepts related to budget availability and advise Senior Project Manager on viability
• Assisting the Project Director and Senior Project Manager with preparing bid documentation, managing the bid process, bid evaluation, bid negotiations and appointment of successful bidder(s) for various PSP and construction contractor works packages. Ensure a thorough review and sign off all procurement documentation before release of these to the market and SLA(s)
• Attending regular site, technical and progress meetings for all this workstream contracts.
• IDC/DBSA/Transnet decision-making
• Upon completion of any project, preparing final valuations and final payment certificates (final accounts) and submission of these to the Project Director for forward distribution to IDC/DBZA/Transnet for approval and payment (including but not limited to construction contracts).
• Provide technical- and project management input for strategic planning and implementation as guided by the Senior Project Manager and SEZ CEO.
• Work effectively with other stakeholders, including but not limited to Namakwa SEZ SOC Ltd, NCEDA, Verdanta Mine, ISA, DBSA, various local municipal- and provincial services authorities, etc.
• Assistance to Infrastructure South African related to the Project Management of the PSP already appointed for Bankable Feasibility work.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.Sc.Eng, B.Eng, B.Tech.Eng)
• Professional Registration as a Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech. with (ECSA)
• Professional Registration with (SACPCMP) will be a significant advantage.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Minimum of 5 - 8 years' work experience in the built environment.
• Strong experience in Engineering Civil and Electrical Infrastructure and Top Structure Design and Construction Implementation type work
• Strong knowledge of GCC 2015, JBCC Suite, FIDIC and NEC3 suites standard conditions of contract.
• A strong understanding of Town Planning and Engineering Planning and Implementation processes involved in land and transport development.
• Proven experience in large scale industrial and transport (particularly rail) developments will be a significant advantage.

Roles and Responsibilities (cont.)
Technical/Functional Competencies

• Proficient in using AUTOCAD software
• Extensive experience using various engineering software packages
• Extensive experience using MS Projects of similar project scheduling software
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple/large development projects and meet strict deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.