To provide Project Management services in the implementation of the Musina Makhado Special Economic Zone (MMSEZ); The Senior Project Manager will manage the engineering planning; design coordination; procurement; construction monitoring and contract administration of bulk infrastructure and internal services for the development of the Musina-Makhado SEZ. Qualification A Bachelor's degree graduate qualification in Civil Engineering; Professional Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). Professional Registration as a Construction Project Manager with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) will be an added advantage. Experience Minimum of eight (8) to 10 (ten) years' experience in a management position undertaking similar work as outlined in the scope of work and deliverables; Extensive Municipal Infrastructure design and Construction Manager experience; Exceptional planning and organizational skills: the ability to handle several complex tasks simultaneously and managing key projects with multiple stakeholders is essential; Proven communication skills are essential - must possess great written and verbal skills to be able to work effectively with others; Ability to influence stakeholders and team members; Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment; Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while building effective relationships; Extremely organized and persistent, with drive and determination to achieve goals; Ability to present and communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and implement operational systems and quality standards for a project management office; Manage the delivery of professional service providers and contractors responsible for the design and construction of bulk infrastructure and internal services in the SEZ; Lead the design reviews and approvals of bulk infrastructure and internal services done by the appointed service providers; Capacitate and mentor junior staff and impart skills transfer in the development of the SEZ; Package and lead detailed investment led project applications for implementation of critical infrastructure planning and construction; Develop and implement turnaround strategies to unlock impediments facing the infrastructure delivery programme and the delays experienced by the SEZ; Lead the procurement of service providers for capital infrastructure projects in the SEZ; Troubleshooting and contract administration to identify project risks as well as develop and implement risk mitigation measures on capital infrastructure projects in the SEZ; Lead and manage the process of Township Establishment and designation applications for the SEZ; Lead the master plan development process in alignment with spatial development framework and strategic plans of the SEZ; Ensure adequate community facilitation and stakeholder management in support of development of the SEZ; Provide technical input and project management for strategic planning as required for the development of the SEZ; Develop institutional management mechanisms to ensure the effective and ongoing management of the SEZ; Monitor and evaluate work done and sign off on payments due for work done by service providers; Oversee the contract administration of projects in execution; Oversee the monitoring of project progress and make detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables; Develop and manage project schedules and provide meaningful progress updates to stakeholders together with actionable feedback relating to costs and cost-benefit analysis; Use applicable best practices throughout each project's execution, monitor progress, and make adjustments as required based on sound technical input; Lead and monitor the creation, implementation, and management of project management policies, standards and procedures; Develop definitions and measurements of success to objectively quantify project success and report progress against agreed plans; Identify potential risks across a broad number of individual projects and programs and establish communications and mitigations to address these; Influence and manage the factors that create change and scope creep; Maintain accountability for the quality of deliverables; Follow through and close all the defined exceptions and milestones; Monthly reporting of progress and making necessary submissions to the Board of Directors of the SEZ as required from time to time; and Lead, guide and participate in project steering committees. TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES Planning and organising Cost Management Contract Administration Project Management/ Programme Leadership Risk identification and mitigation Analytical and problem solving Results and solution orientated Planning and organising Contractual Services Management Consulting skills BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES Decisiveness in Execution Communication and Engagement Diverse Stakeholder Management Collaboration and Influence Accountability Self-Initiative Intuitive driven Results orientated Â
