Commercial Civils Lead

**The Company**:
WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa. To further our strategic business expansion plan, we are seeking new employees who are loyal, committed, competent and proud to work for us. We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.

**Key Role**:
This position involves professional input to a range of projects including large multidisciplinary projects. Duties include leading the functional group’s aspects of WSP projects to ensure that these are technically sound. Provide specialist professional services to clients of the functional group. This includes bidding for work, participation in multidisciplinary design/project teams and management of projects. Take stewardship of special group wide tasks assigned

**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Commercial Civils discipline within the Property & Buildings sector construction projects (e.g. bulk earthworks, platforms, roads, stormwater and utilities).
- Provide strategic oversight and project governance across all discipline projects, ensuring delegated project leads deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
- Drive business development by identifying, pursuing, and securing new opportunities in the commercial property and building markets (e.g. retail, mixed-use developments, industrial parks, commercial precincts).
- Collaborate with the Deputy Sector Lead and Sector Lead to manage financial performance, including revenue growth, profitability, and resource utilisation.
- Develop and implement a forward-looking strategy for the Commercial Civils discipline to ensure sustainable growth, market relevance, and alignment with WSP’s strategic objectives in Africa.
- Maintain and enhance technical excellence within the team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, developers, architects, and industry stakeholders to position WSP as a trusted advisor in the commercial property space.
- Monitor market trends and proactively adapt service offerings to meet evolving client and industry needs.
- Oversee and influence discipline budgets, including Project Gross Margin (PGM), revenue targets, and overheads.
- Lead project reviews to ensure technical quality, client satisfaction, and risk mitigation.
- Support project teams in contract negotiations, risk assessments, and subcontractor management.
- Ensure compliance with WSP’s administrative policies and procedures, and contribute to their continuous improvement.
- Champion strategic alliances and partnerships that enhance WSP’s market position in the commercial civils domain.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to regional teams across South Africa, fostering a high-performance culture, talent development, and staff retention

**Health and Safety**
- Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision, and policies by influencing those around you
- Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
- Embracing, displaying, and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

**Qualifications and Experience Required**:

- Minimum Qualification: BSc, BEng, or BTech in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Registration: Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng with ECSA is an added advantage.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ practical experience in the Civils and Infrastructure discipline, with a strong emphasis on commercial and transport-related projects (e.g., Bulk earthworks, Stormwater, Sewer and water reticulation for Commercial Projects
- Proven track record of delivering complex civil infrastructure projects related to the property and building sector, including bulk earthworks, platforms, roads, stormwater, and utilities for commercial developments.
- Deep understanding of the construction phases of property development lifecycle including planning, design, and approvals.
- Well-established network and recognized reputation within the commercial property and building industry is an added advantage.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

**Key Competencies and Generic Skills**:
Commercial Acumen
- Demonstrated success in delivering commercial civil engineering projects within the property and building sector.
- Strong understanding of budget oversight, cost control, and profitability tracking.
- Proven ability to manage Project Gross Margin (PGM) and influence revenue and overhead performance.

Business Development
- Strong track record in identifying and securing new business opportunities in the commercial property market.
- Skilled in client engagement, proposal development, and strategic positioning.
- Ability to build long-term relationships with developers, architects, and property stakeholders.

Strategic Oversight
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