Lead Construction Engineer

1 day ago

Cape Town, South Africa Talent Acquisition Consulting Full time

BACKGROUND

The successful candidate will head / lead the site supervisory team on the runway rehabilitation project at the Cape Town International Airport. The Lead Construction Engineer will carry out his/her duties under the oversight of the Lead Contracts Engineer and manage the contractual aspects of the project as the Employer’s Agent on a full-time basis on site. The duration of the project is 14 months and has an anticipated start date of 01 April 2025 . The incumbent’s contract period will be aligned to the project period.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • BSc / BTech Civil engineering Professional registration as a Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng.
  • At least 10 years’ relevant experience (after obtaining professional registration), as a Contract Engineer on road / runway / taxiway rehabilitation and/or new surfaced roads.
  • Administrative and human resource management experience.
  • Extensive experience in the use of SAICE GCC form of contract.
  • Specific experience related to construction monitoring and contract administration of surfaced roads and/or airport projects.
  • Strong technical ability.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and MS Project.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills coupled with a sense of urgency and a participative management style.
  • Excellent leadership skills.
  • Strong administrative skills.
  • Ability to work independently, but also as part of a dynamic team as a co-operative, collaborative and supportive team player.
  • Have a keen eye for detail and work accurately under pressure.
  • Deadline driven.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for leading the site supervisory personnel on an ACSA Runway Rehabilitation Project as Lead Construction Engineer and Contract Administration.
  • Review of Subcontractor Tender and Quotation Documentation and tender evaluations.
  • Review and finalise the Contractor’s monthly payment certificates and reporting.
  • Confirm Contractor’s daily plant and equipment on site and daily production rates.
  • Compilation of estimate final project costs and monthly updates.
  • Project financial management and reporting.
  • Construction monitoring and implementation of site construction work.
  • Contract administration during construction and close out phase of project.
  • Compile and/or review close out reports.
  • Review as-built data and drawings.
  • Dealing with contractual claims and disputes.
  • Client liaison, including meetings and reporting.
  • Regular liaison and reporting to the Lead Contract Engineer (Executive Manager: Transportation-Cape Town) and Project Leader.
  • Manage the technical outputs of direct reports.
  • Management and supervision of direct reports.
  • Compliance with and managing direct reports compliance with the company’s Quality Management System (ISO9001:2015) Business Management System (BMS) and the Project Management Online Guide (PMOG).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Valid driver’s licence without any restrictions.
  • It is a requirement of this appointment to work during the evening and early morning hours (21h00 to 05h30) noting that a typical working week will consist of 6 working shifts.

 

 

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