chief construction project manager grade a - b, Ref No. HS (HSP&P) 04/01/2026
Apply for CHIEF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER GRADE A - B at department of department of co-operative governance, human settlements and traditional affairs. Closing date 2026-02-13.
Requirements
- A relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in a technical field/the Built Environment, with a minimum of 6 years post qualifications professional experience is required.
- Professional registration with the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) or Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is compulsory.
- A valid driver's license and the ability/willingness to travel are essential.
- Extensive understanding of the NEC, JBCC and GCC form of contract.
- Knowledge of programme and project management, project design and analysis, legal and operational compliance as well as the creation of a high-performance culture.
- Applicable legislation and prescripts in the Project Management field, Civil and 125 Construction industries.
- Skills: Communication skills, problem-solving and analysis skills, Decision making and conflict management skills, Research and development, Strategic capability and leadership, Financial management and computer skills, Negotiation skills.
- Programme and project management skills.
Duties
- Technical specification and evaluation of professional service providers' and contractors' bids in terms of project specification, scope of works, general condition of contract, bill of quantities, EPWP requirements and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Ensure that construction projects are implemented in line with the NHBRC requirements and standards.
- Manage construction projects on your own, ranging from large-scale-capital projects, to maintenance projects and service contracts.
- Ensure that the needs of clients are well interpreted into manageable scopes of work.
- Coordinate the work of various professionals to ensure the required design and documentation quality as well as delivery is in accordance with project execution plans.
- Coordinate all internal resources required to ensure the bidding process for appointment of contractors.
- Conduct technical inspections and integrity surveys on various construction assets.
- Ensure that appointed consultants manage the quality of work within their professional scope and responsibility.
- Ensure that contractors timeously receive all relevant specifications and details to construct.
- Adjudicate all applications of variation orders and extensions of time and make recommendations to the approving authority within the Department.
- Process all interim monthly payments as per the conditions of contract and in line with Government's commitment to pay invoices timeously.
- Prepare and submit project information to be filed to the Head of Directorate.
- Secure all required funding for the projects through internal set processes.
- Ensure that project information is filed appropriately for easy access during audit.
- Cultivate a culture of good working relationships with fellow colleagues within the Department.
- Adhere to conditions of Occupational Health and Safety.
- Conduct research on new best practices of materials, techniques and methods.
- Ensure delivery of projects within parameters of time and cost to establish and promote effective relationships with clients.
- Provide expert advice to the Department.
- Monitor the performance of Project Managers under his/her supervision.
- Mentor, develop and offer technical support to improve performance.
Notes
- The Department requests applicants to apply by submitting applications on the new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the DPSA web site link: http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp that should be accompanied by comprehensive CVs (previous experience must be expansively detailed).
- Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application.
- Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of interview following communication from HR.
- As from 1 January 2021, applications received on the incorrect application form (Z83) will not be considered.
- All required information on the Z83 application form must be provided.
- Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
- All shortlisted candidates including the SMS will be subjected to personnel suitability checks and shall undertake a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- The successful candidate will have to undergo full security vetting and will be appointed based on the positive outcome of the security clearance process, and the candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and annually disclose his or her financial interests.
- All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with.
- It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
- If you apply for more than one post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for.
- Correspondence will only be entered into with short- listed candidates within three (3) months after the closing date of the post.
- If by then you have not been contacted for an interview, you were not successful in your application.
- Important: The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
- Women and persons with a disability are encouraged to apply.
- It is the intention of the Department to promote representivity through the filling of posts.
- The Department reserves the right not to fill a position.
- Please note, that the personal information of each applicant will be solely used for recruiting purposes and will not be used by any other purposes as required by the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 13 Act effected on 1 July 2021.
- Applicants are requested to submit their proof of registrations with applications.
Salary Detail
Remunaration
R1266450 - R2388657 per annum, (The salary will be determined in accordance with the OSD requirements).
Salary Criteria
per annum
How to Apply
Contact Detail
Ms. F. Fredericks Tel No: (053) 830 9529
Reference No:
HS (HSP&P) 04/01/2026
Application Process
Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:
- Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
- Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: HS (HSP&P) 04/01/2026
- Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
- Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.
For job applications in South Africa, you can easily access the official Z83 form in two convenient ways: Download Z83 (PDF) for a ready-to-use version, or choose the Editable New Z83 Form to complete online before printing. Both options ensure compliance with government requirements and save time during the application process.
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