Project Leader MIDRAND Technical / Construction ~ Project Management JHB North, Johannesburg - Gauteng Project Leader High-Speed Rail Network Implementation Five year fixed term contract R1 424 511pa Purpose of the post: To establish, lead and manage the Project Management Office (PMO) for the implementation of High-Speed Rail project in South Africa.
To also spearhead the implementation of the DoT High-Speed Rail Framework and related deliverables, including amongst others, conducting feasibilities studies and facilitating engagements with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibility Areas: Strategic Management: Approach relevant government institutions for approvals Coordinate engagements between various HSR related stakeholders Ensure the alignment of the HSR projects to the broader government objectives Contribute, lead and manage projects related to the development of High Speed Rail (HSR) network in South Africa Develop a project plan to operationalize the units strategic performance targets Align Programme plans and strategies with key stakeholder strategic performance targets Manage the process of undertaking HSR related feasibility studies Monitoring the implementation of projects Establish and manage the governance structures: Establishment of support structures to ensure the streamlined delivery of the Project Produce an implementation roadmap, with prioritised initiatives, activities, and deliverables for implementation.
Consult with relevant public sector bodies to identify areas of collaboration and alignment Establish processes to ensure full, end-to-end coordination between all involved parties Lead the development, implementation and/or enforcement of High-Speed Legislation, Standards and Guidelines Programme and Project Management: Establish and enhance systems to implement and manage a range of HSR related activities and deliverables.
Establishing a coordinated communication system for all active projects Developing and implementing a project risk management framework Recognizing key project constraints facing the projects and coordinating the successful resolution of the challenges Developing and managing the implementation of project plans Oversee project teams, including internal and external stakeholders Lead and manage project technical meetings Managing and monitoring the implementation of a project communication plan Managing the project/programme budgets and monitoring variances Drafting and managing project reporting Manage the development of appropriate Terms of Reference for project related procurement Manage the allocation of resources (both internal and external) and required outputs Project Funding Management: Develop project/programme budgets in line with agreed feasibilities available funding and project/operational planning Monitor project expenditure against budgets and project deliverables Address any project budget variances Monitoring the project funding progress Identifying and addressing project funding challenges Project Related Procurement: Managing the development of appropriate TORs for project related procurement Evaluating proposals and appointing relevant service providers to facilitate project related delivery People Management: Select, assign, lead and manage people and project human resources Set clear objectives for self and others and measure achievements against these objectives through implementation of the performance management system Build and manage relationships with staff members Manage and support staff development Develop and manage the implementation of succession plans for key individuals and critical positions Stakeholder Relations and Management: Participate in various meetings (internal and external forums, objectors, et.)
and provide comments/opinions on matters affecting or concerning the functionality and successful implementation of the HSR implementation.
Collaborate with external departments/professionals issues related to land use planning, NEMA requirements, built environment requirements and industry best practices Attend meetings with project managers, developers, service providers and/or contractors, attorneys and other key stakeholders Identify key community stakeholders including but not limited to non-government organizations, business forums, residents associations, etc.
through literature reviews, networking, community canvassing and client liaison Identify effective communication channels and establish contact with leaders in the community regarding the objectives of the project.
Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of transport legislation Knowledge of corporate governance principles Proficiency in Microsoft Project is mandatory Must have knowledge of contract management (New Engineering Contract (NEC), General Conditions of Contract (GCC), International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC), Joint Buildings Contracts Committee (JBCC) Understanding of the Inter-Governmental Relations environment, government planning frameworks, and Infrastructure delivery processes Communication, Leadership, negotiation and conflict management skills Qualifications and experience requirements: NQF level 8 qualification in Transport Economics, Engineering, Project or Programme Management At least 10 years experience in project management of large-scale railway or built environment projects, and/or infrastructure development projects Registration with a relevant engineering, programme/project management or transport professional body desired Working experience in High-Speed Rail (HSR) and/or related projects advantageous Working experience in development management and contract management Closing date for applications: 17 January 2025 Should you not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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