A leading multi-disciplinary project management firm urgently seeks a Resident Engineer on site to perform technical duties to plan and coordinate the construction of roads in the Koukamma region in the Eastern Cape.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- BSc/BTech (Civil Engineering)
- Professionally registered - PrEng/PrTechEng
- 10+ years' experience as Resident Engineer on road construction projects (Provincial or National)
- Must have been an RE on at least 1 SANRAL projects with construction value of more than R 100 million
- Knowledge of asphalt patching and surfacing seal construction.
- Knowledge of COTO and FIDIC
- Experience of SANRAL projects is preferable.
- Experience with BSM construction is preferable
- Must be computer literate in MS Outlook, MS Teams and MS Project
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Project Execution: - Review of tender documentation and drawings to be undertaken immediately upon appointment.
- Management of site staff, including PLO, trainees and sub-consultants (materials laboratory, OH&S, EMP, etc.)
- Report to the Contracts Engineer and liaise with main contractor
- Responsible for monthly site, technical and PLC meetings
- Responsible for monthly payment certificates.
- Prepare and submit WAF for approval.
- Apply the policies and procedures of SANRAL.
- Monitor environmental compliance.
- Record daily diaries of site progress.
- Prepare monthly progress reports.
- Applies, adheres, and manages site quality per ISO standards
- Monitor and report daily on construction progress ensuring that the project remains within the budget and the construction program.
- Monitor the quality of the roadworks and other works
- Monitor all safety procedures and take decisions to safeguard all employees and the general public
- Liaison with landowners, local authorities and communities
- Prepare as-built drawings and close out report
Competencies: - Proven project management skills
- Understand how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent administration skills
- Sound organisational skills
- Good time management skills
- Problem-solving
- Identifies critical issues with ease.
- Exhibits confidence and an extensive knowledge of emerging industry practices when solving business problems
- Pushes creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing industry practices and client mindsets
Professional qualities: - Must be able to work independently within a team of project personnel
- Demonstrate ability to read construction programs
- Achievement orientated
- Ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure
Teamwork: Facilitates effective team interaction.
Acknowledges and appreciates each team member's contributions.
Be able to lead and motivate the site team
Provide technical support
Be able to transfer his/her skills and experience to the site personnel
Client Relations: - Develops relationships with client personnel that foster client ties
- Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships
- Manages client expectations effectively
- Assists in the facilitation of team and client meetings