(1271) Project Manager Construction - CSD

Brief Description

The main purpose of this position is to manage construction projects and multiple cash centre programmes, and provide advice and technical project management support on all South African Reserve Bank (SARB) real estate facilities across the full construction project life cycle, encompassing operational as well as capital projects and programmes.

Detailed Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Develop a comprehensive project plan by defining project goals, scope, objectives and deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to establish the project scope and design.
• Create and manage the project budget, estimate costs, allocate resources and track expenditure.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to obtain cost estimates, negotiate contracts and ensure project success.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential risks and challenges for construction projects or programmes, and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to safeguard the progress of the projects or programmes.
• Mitigate construction project or programme risks to minimise disruptions to the construction projects or programmes.
• Implement quality control processes and procedures to ensure adherence to construction project or programme specifications.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality audits to monitor construction activities and materials.
• Lead and manage the external and internal project teams for the successful delivery of construction projects or programmes.
• Motivate and inspire the team to achieve construction project or programme goals and maintain productivity.
• Maintain and track accurate, comprehensive documentation for construction projects or programmes, including contracts, permits and progress reports.
• Produce regular progress reports and provide updates to internal and external stakeholders.

Job Requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in the Built Environment or an equivalent qualification; 
• compulsory registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a professional/candidate Project Manager; and
• a minimum of five to seven years’ experience in construction project management environment.

Additional Requirements Include:

• knowledge and skill in:
• industry, organisational and business awareness;
• quality assurance and continuous improvement;
• project legislation;
• governance; 
• project planning and reporting; 
• risk management and compliance;
• project management planning, performance and cost management;
• judgement and decision-making skills;
• resource management;
• project reporting, risk and information management;
• problem-solving and analytical skills;
• negotiation and emotional intelligence skills;
• managing complexity and ambiguity;
• effective communication skills;
• impact and influence; and
• building and maintaining relationships.

About Sarb

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

What We Do

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments And Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes And Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.