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JOB POSITION: SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Based in Bloemfontein, Raubex Infra is a subsidiary of the Raubex Group. We are looking for a Senior Construction Manager.

The Senior Construction Manager will be responsible for on site management of road construction, and civil services, including full responsibility for contractual, technical, environmental and safety compliance; cost, quality, programme, integration, stakeholders, suppliers/ subcontractors, logistics and security. This position is regarded as a hands–on, site based, skilled management role.

Reporting to the Operations Director or Projects Director, the candidate will assist to manage the commercial and operational, and financial requirements of a project. Ensure that all contractual requirements are met in terms of achieving deadlines and completing projects on time, within budget. Ensure all the necessary notifications, supporting documents/ records are submitted for contractual claims, compliant with contracts. Monthly measurements of completed and approved works; and compilation of payment certificates with the QS, contractual claims/ variations, etc

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

*Please do not apply for this position if you do not meet the minimum requirements contained herein as your application will be rejected.

B Degree in Civil Engineering

Professionally registered

SANRAL experience will be advantageous

Minimum 15 years’ experience in construction management of Road related projects.

Must be able to demonstrate a decent understanding of a Construction management role

Good interpersonal skills and a team player

A valid Driver's Licence and own reliable transport

South African citizen

Extensive knowledge of construction, production, team and budget management, cash flow forecasts, programming and planning.

Proficient with construction management (control and monitoring) tools, CCS and BuildSmart, MS Project, MS Office, etc. and construction regulations.

Demonstrable experience in the management of local community and specialized Subcontractors.

Manage suppliers in terms of quality, quantity and timeous deliveries.

Responsible for contract allowable management in conjunction with allocated quantity surveyors.

Manage quality plans and systems in conjunction with supporting staff.

Sound knowledge of construction contracts such as Fidic, GCC, NEC and JBCC.

Sound knowledge of project standards like COLTO, COTO, and SANS

Strong administrative skills to ensure company systems and processes are implemented.

Strong ability to compile and manage monthly certificates, cash flow forecasts and WIP values, in accordance with allowables.

Conversant in preparing monthly progress reports.

Experienced in construction risk management and mitigation.

Managing, coordinating and overseeing interactions with clients, local communities and other project stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance to all SHEQ regulations and applicable compliance obligations.

JOB SPECIFICATION

• Reporting to the Operations Director or Projects Director, the Senior Construction Manager is accountable for the successful on-site execution of construction projects from construction planning and execution.
• Formal construction management in accordance with company procedures & processes, legislation, standards and industry best practise; including technical, cost, programme, quality, HSE and all stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, local communities, suppliers, subcontractors and all project stakeholders to ensure successful project outcome.
• Adopt, implement and improve where necessary the Raubex Infra construction management procedures/ processes to minimize project risk and maximize performance and profitability.
• Motivate and manage the construction team, define and monitor achievement of production targets, whilst ensuring SHEQ compliance.
• Responsible for notices, permits and authorisations during construction.
• Monthly internal and external project reporting.
• Manage and mitigate project risks.
• Site administration according to company requirements.
• Record keeping and document control.
• Develop method statements & risk assessments for client approval.
• Develop and update applicable forecasts such as cash flow, plant, and human resources.
• Responsible for ensuring construction allowables are achieved and weekly reporting thereof.
• Participate and prepare relevant cost detail for monthly cost meetings.
• Appoint and manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review all external inspection and audit reports with regards to safety and quality and ensure the rectification of Non-Conformances, adjust current practices to mitigate future recurrences.
  • Attend or facilitate meetings, as required, with site personnel, sub-contractors, suppliers (including plant) and clients to ensure efficient co-ordination in accordance with compliance obligations.
  • Ensure safety appointments (mandatories) are in place prior to commencement of work.
  • Notify and work with Operations Director or Projects Director and Quantity Surveyor of all pending VO’s, claims and opportunities that may arise (EOT and other) and insurance claims.
  • Enforce the requirements of company safety campaigns.
  • Ensure all project personnel are skilled and competent for their allocated tasks, identify gaps and training needs.
  • Ensure a development plan is in place for employees and performance standards are assessed yearly through KPI’s with Management.
  • Evaluating the performance, the construction team and instituting disciplinary measures as needed.
  • Participate in the continual improvement and evolution of the Raubex Infra Management System.
  • In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, the Snr Construction Manager is required to carry out other duties that are in essence part of his area of activity, according to his knowledge and abilities as instructed by the Business Unit Directors.
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