Job Description

Synopsis

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. Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting.

Behavioural Competences

Well organised Self-Initiative and self-driven Analytical thinking and problem-solving. Attention to detail and accuracy. Teamwork and collaboration. Adaptability and flexibility. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Decisiveness in Execution Diverse Stakeholder Management Collaboration and Influence Accountability Intuitive driven Results orientated

Leadership Competencies

Team Leader Project Leader Project coordinator


Job Reference: IDC00587