Assistant Construction Manager
Free State, Bloemfontein
Fixed-Term
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Based in Bloemfontein, we are a subsidiary of the Raubex Group. We are looking for an Assistant Construction Manager to manage general civil, electrical and mechanical projects within Raubex Infra.
The Assistant Construction Manager will be responsible for on site management and construction of civil works for, roads, buildings, civil, solar PV and or Wind BoP projects in South Africa, including full responsibility for 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 civil construction management role.
Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Assistant Construction Manager will manage the works and teams in terms of, human, material, plant, and fuel resources. Ensure that all contractual requirements are met in terms of achieving deadlines and completing the project on time, within budget. Support the Construction Manager as required to ensure all necessary notifications, supporting documents/ records are submitted for contractual claims, compliant with contracts. Monthly measurements of completed and approved works; and support the Construction Manager with compilation of payment certificates, contractual claims/variations, etc.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
•Degree or National Diploma in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
•Minimum 5 years’ experience.
•Experience in the Renewable Energy and Civil industry.
•Extensive knowledge of construction, production and team management, programming and planning.
•Knowledge and skills in management of resources such as plant, people, materials and fuel.
•Develop method statements in collaboration with Quality Officers.
•Demonstrable experience in the management of local labour and specialized Subcontractors.
•Manage suppliers in terms of quality, quantity and timeous deliveries.
•Manage quality plans, systems and inspections in conjunction with supporting staff.
•Strong administrative skills to ensure company systems and processes are implemented.
•Conversant in preparation of weekly production forecasts and planning.
•Conversant with Standards, Drawings and Quality control metrics.
•Experienced in construction risk management and mitigation.
•Facilitate works inspection with client representatives.
•Ensure compliance to all SHEQ regulations and applicable compliance obligations, safety and quality control.
•Lead and facilitate teamwork to ensure efficiency, profitability and meet deadlines.
•Team player with demonstrable leadership qualities.
•Demonstrable ability to perform under pressure.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•Computer literate - MS Office and Project (Advanced level)
•A valid Driver's Licence and own reliable transport
•South African citizen.
JOB SPECIFICATION
•Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Assistant Construction Manager is accountable for the successful on-site execution.
•We require a multiskilled person with strong leadership qualities
•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.
•Manage and mitigate construction risks.
•Record keeping and document control.
•Develop method statements & risk assessments for client approval.
•Develop and update applicable forecasts such as materials, plant, and human resource requirements.
•Responsible for ensuring construction allowable is achieved and weekly reporting thereof.
•Assist in managing subcontractors and suppliers.
•Enforce the requirements of company safety campaigns.
•Manage drawings as per the requirements of the Raubex Management System.
•Physically verify the compliance of works infield in accordance with SHEQ compliance obligations.
•Verify the archiving process regarding SHEQ project records is as per the requirements of the Raubex Management System
•In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, the Assistant Construction Manager is required to carry out other duties that are in essence part of their area of activity, according to their knowledge and abilities as instructed by the Construction Manager.
