136 Infrastructure Development jobs in South Africa

Job category: Construction Project Management

Location: Roodepoort

Contract: Permanent

Business Unit: Constantia Kloof

Remuneration: R 1,347,878.00

EE position: No

The incumbent will manage infrastructure development staff and delivery of construction projects across all SANBS sites. This role is required to fulfil the following objectives:

1. Provide effective and efficient planning and management of construction projects across SANBS.
2. Provide financial planning, cost estimation and effective cost control on construction projects.
3. Provide risk management guidance on contracting approach and on construction projects operations.

KPA 1: Financial Objectives - Effective Budget and Cost Management

1. Develop cost estimates to inform annual capex budget for construction projects.
2. Advise on the cost of the project considering alternative design and construction options.
3. Advise on alternative procurement options for the construction project.
4. Prepare initial budget estimates to test feasibility of proposals.
5. Investigate market and advise business on likely effect of market conditions.
6. Prepare, maintain and develop a project cost plan and cash flow forecast.
7. Prepare cost analyses.
8. Advise on the cost of the professional team.
9. Advise on cost variances to allowance in the cost plan.
10. Prepare interim valuations.
11. Approve the cost of contractor invoices.
12. Arrange release of retention funds and construction guarantees.
13. Prepare the final account.
14. Prepare department’s annual budget for approval in accordance with management guidelines, by analysing previous expenditure and future estimates.
15. Manage departmental capital expenditure in accordance with management guidelines by reporting progress against agreed timelines and costs.
16. Manage operational expenditure in accordance with management guidelines, reviewing actual costs against budgeted costs and prepare monthly variance reports with supporting justification where appropriate.

KPA 2: Project Management

1. Undertake planning of construction projects.
2. Identify and develop a project brief.
3. Lead and manage the project team.
4. Ensure that project risks are identified and managed.
5. Advise on selection or appointment of the project team.
6. Manage the integration and flow of design information.
7. Manage the project planning processes including review and management of project schedules, project development documents and project status.
8. Ensure efficient and effective monitoring and control of projects to successfully deliver on approved objectives.
9. Assure that specification requirements are met during execution of projects.
10. Ensure that project implementation performance is formally reviewed and lessons learnt are recorded to support value for money and continuous improvement efforts.
11. Develop and maintain institutional design standards to provide reference point on projects.
12. Advise in tender evaluation and contractor selection in accordance with SANBS procurement processes.
13. Control, monitor and report on project progress.
14. Project close-out and handover to user area.

KPA 3: Manage customer and stakeholder relations

1. Engage users in order to develop a plan to address various stakeholders’ requirements and include as input into the project brief.
2. Engage key project support departments including Finance, Legal and Procurement to ensure the most effective project procurement and contracting approach is agreed.
3. Establish partnerships with utility companies, Municipal inspectors, insurance companies, and local community stakeholders, regarding functional activities and to enable open communication in management of submissions and approvals.
4. Participate in insurance inspections and claims management processes related to construction assets and activities.

KPA 4: Compliance with Construction safety, environment and other relevant regulatory requirements

1. Ensure that construction projects comply with all applicable legislation and meet the required accreditation standards.
2. Ensure that facilities design incorporates affordable environmental sustainability principles.
3. Review SANBS sustainability strategy and develop an affordable SANBS Green Building.
4. Establish a formal process with procedures and/or guidelines to manage statutory and safety requirements for construction projects, in order to ensure compliance and prevent safety incidents.
5. Assure that regulatory-required submissions are completed and approvals are obtained in accordance with applicable regulations.
6. Where a Professional Team is appointed, liaise with the team and ensure project complies with relevant regulations.
7. Ensure where required, staff permits, licenses, and certificates are maintained, recorded, and remain current.
8. Ensure appointed contractors implement effective safe working procedures to safeguard people and assets when executing construction projects.

KPA 5: Effective Contract Management

1. Liaise with Legal and Procurement and advise on project contractual matters.
2. Liaise with Procurement on suitable construction contracts.
3. Administer construction and consultants’ contracts.
4. Prepare recommendations for liquidated and ascertain damages.
5. Attend adjudication and mediation proceedings.

KPA 6: People Management and Support to Achieve Operational Objectives

1. Develop a resource plan to address the required competency levels, resource levels, investment in training, performance management and empowerment of employees, as well the use of contractors.
2. Manage execution of work in addressing departmental goals, objectives, and in maintaining the required standards of work performance.
3. Ensure that all people working in the infrastructure unit have the appropriate level of competence in terms of knowledge and skills.
4. Conduct performance management and monitor performance on an ongoing basis.
5. Identify general training and staff development needs and ensure staff attend appropriate training programs.
6. Undertake recruitment in line with applicable organisational policies.

Cognitive

• Analytical thinking.
• Judgement and decision making.
• Problem solving.
• Big picture thinking.
• Technically creative and open-minded.

Personal

• Resilience and stress management.
• Drive and belief in the cause.
• Ethical behaviour.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and time spent outside of comfort zone acquiring new skills.

Prof. technical

• Quantity Surveying.
• Best practice.

Leadership

• Motivating people.
• Management (planning, organising and monitoring).
• Collaborative management style to include teamwork and team building ability.

Education

• University degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Registered as a professional Quantity Surveyor with the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS).
• Proficiency in cost estimation systems.
• Proficiency in design and office software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Photoshop and Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience and knowledge requirements

• 5 years’ experience in quantity surveying or cost consulting in the construction industry.
• Sound knowledge of construction industry practices, regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in cost estimation and cost management techniques.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and legal aspects of construction projects.
• Experience working with AutoCAD and/or with such other design software and be able to validate quantities from the given drawings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

Other (knowledge and skills)

• Project Management knowledge and skill.
• Statutory compliance including but not limited to OHS Act; Building Regulation; Environmental Management Act.

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Manager to join our team in Cape Town. You’ll play a critical role in delivering key projects on time and within scope, working across departments to drive clarity, communication, and accountability. Your ability to manage stakeholders, mitigate risks, and ensure smooth execution will be central to our success.

You’ll oversee end-to-end project delivery, working closely with internal teams to define requirements, timelines, and deliverables. You’ll lead cross-functional meetings, track progress, resolve roadblocks, and ensure key milestones are met. You’ll also act as the central point of communication, updating stakeholders at all levels and ensuring complete transparency.

Preferably degree level

Working knowledge of Prince2 / Agile methodologies and project management principles

Demonstrable organisational and prioritisation skills

Excellent communication skills are essential

Proactive, can-do attitude in a lively team environment

Experience of using Trello and Zendesk is advantageous

We offer a collaborative and supportive team culture, with opportunities to grow your career and take on increasingly strategic projects. You'll be working on high-impact initiatives, supported by modern tools and a forward-thinking leadership team.

ConnexAI is an award-winning Conversational AI platform. Designed by a world-class engineering team, ConnexAI's technology enables organizations to maximize profitability, increase revenue and take productivity to new levels. ConnexAI provides cutting-edge, enterprise-grade AI applications including AI Agent, AI Guru, AI Analytics, ASR, AI Voice, and AI Quality.

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Manager to join our team in Cape Town. You’ll play a critical role in delivering key projects on time and within scope, working across departments to drive clarity, communication, and accountability. Your ability to manage stakeholders, mitigate risks, and ensure smooth execution will be central to our success.

You’ll oversee end-to-end project delivery, working closely with internal teams to define requirements, timelines, and deliverables. You’ll lead cross-functional meetings, track progress, resolve roadblocks, and ensure key milestones are met. You’ll also act as the central point of communication, updating stakeholders at all levels and ensuring complete transparency.

Preferably degree level

Working knowledge of Prince2 / Agile methodologies and project management principles

Demonstrable organisational and prioritisation skills

Excellent communication skills are essential

Proactive, can-do attitude in a lively team environment

Experience of using Trello and Zendesk is advantageous

We offer a collaborative and supportive team culture, with opportunities to grow your career and take on increasingly strategic projects. You'll be working on high-impact initiatives, supported by modern tools and a forward-thinking leadership team.

ConnexAI is an award-winning Conversational AI platform. Designed by a world-class engineering team, ConnexAI's technology enables organizations to maximize profitability, increase revenue and take productivity to new levels. ConnexAI provides cutting-edge, enterprise-grade AI applications including AI Agent, AI Guru, AI Analytics, ASR, AI Voice, and AI Quality.

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Manager to join our team in Cape Town. You’ll play a critical role in delivering key projects on time and within scope, working across departments to drive clarity, communication, and accountability. Your ability to manage stakeholders, mitigate risks, and ensure smooth execution will be central to our success.

You’ll oversee end-to-end project delivery, working closely with internal teams to define requirements, timelines, and deliverables. You’ll lead cross-functional meetings, track progress, resolve roadblocks, and ensure key milestones are met. You’ll also act as the central point of communication, updating stakeholders at all levels and ensuring complete transparency.

Preferably degree level

Working knowledge of Prince2 / Agile methodologies and project management principles

Demonstrable organisational and prioritisation skills

Excellent communication skills are essential

Proactive, can-do attitude in a lively team environment

Experience of using Trello and Zendesk is advantageous

We offer a collaborative and supportive team culture, with opportunities to grow your career and take on increasingly strategic projects. You'll be working on high-impact initiatives, supported by modern tools and a forward-thinking leadership team.

ConnexAI is an award-winning Conversational AI platform. Designed by a world-class engineering team, ConnexAI's technology enables organizations to maximize profitability, increase revenue and take productivity to new levels. ConnexAI provides cutting-edge, enterprise-grade AI applications including AI Agent, AI Guru, AI Analytics, ASR, AI Voice, and AI Quality.

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Manager to join our team in Cape Town. You’ll play a critical role in delivering key projects on time and within scope, working across departments to drive clarity, communication, and accountability. Your ability to manage stakeholders, mitigate risks, and ensure smooth execution will be central to our success.

You’ll oversee end-to-end project delivery, working closely with internal teams to define requirements, timelines, and deliverables. You’ll lead cross-functional meetings, track progress, resolve roadblocks, and ensure key milestones are met. You’ll also act as the central point of communication, updating stakeholders at all levels and ensuring complete transparency.

Preferably degree level

Working knowledge of Prince2 / Agile methodologies and project management principles

Demonstrable organisational and prioritisation skills

Excellent communication skills are essential

Proactive, can-do attitude in a lively team environment

Experience of using Trello and Zendesk is advantageous

We offer a collaborative and supportive team culture, with opportunities to grow your career and take on increasingly strategic projects. You'll be working on high-impact initiatives, supported by modern tools and a forward-thinking leadership team.

ConnexAI is an award-winning Conversational AI platform. Designed by a world-class engineering team, ConnexAI's technology enables organizations to maximize profitability, increase revenue and take productivity to new levels. ConnexAI provides cutting-edge, enterprise-grade AI applications including AI Agent, AI Guru, AI Analytics, ASR, AI Voice, and AI Quality.

Pele Green Energy is seeking a talented, highly motivated, and self-driven Head of Project Management (Construction) to join our team. This role reports directly to the Head of Energy Operations.

The successful candidate will lead the Project Implementation function, overseeing all project management activities and guiding the team responsible for preparing and supervising the construction of our power plants. This will be executed in collaboration with selected EPC contractors and strategic partners, managing the full project lifecycle from Financial Close (FC) through to Commercial Operation Date (COD), final takeover, and internal handover to the Operations Team.

Requirements

Some of your key tasks will include but not be limited to:

• Manage the day-to-day activities across a portfolio of complex infrastructure projects, from preparation for construction through to execution, and ensure a smooth handover to the Operations team
• Lead the project management team responsible for the construction of power plants
• Oversee the broader, cross-disciplinary team during the construction phase, ensuring all risks are identified and mitigated, and that key decisions are made or escalated to management as needed throughout the implementation phase
• Report on project success criteria, including results, key metrics, testing, and deployment management activities
• Apply creative and analytical thinking in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to excellence
• Collaborate with Engineering teams for optimal project scope
• Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization, and project management tools
• Ensure proper record and management project documentation
• Prepare estimates and detailed project plan for all phases of the project
• Procure adequate resources to achieve project objectives in planned timeframes, including the appointment of external resources included Owner's Engineers, Independent Engineers, Lenders Technical Advisors, etc
• Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues, communicating across leadership
• Manage project scope and changes
• Strong understanding and application of business drivers, financial reporting standards
• Participate and/or drive feasibility studies, vendor selections and proposals for evaluation by appropriate key stakeholders
• Act as an internal quality control check for the project
• On-site regular quality inspection of the works, verification of contractual compliance, Tracking of site activities, Validation of the works progress for payment
• Manage ongoing quality control and participate in quality issue resolution
• Ensure that safety is key focus and paramount importance in all projects and shall be delivered in full compliance with local legislation and company policy and adherence / compliance to applicable standards, rules, and regulations (local and international)
• Assist in dispute, negotiation, arbitration or litigation, as needed
• Support formal/informal schedules to manage the engagement contract
• Set and continually manage project expectations while delegating and managing deliverables with team members and stakeholders including ESG work
• Facilitate operational exchanges with the grid operator
• Monitor, track and control outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies and critical path deliverables
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations to various audiences, including project team, sponsors, EXCO and key stakeholders
• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project management team (construction phase)
• Ensure that projects are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards
• Manage project issues and risks to mitigate impact to baseline
• Extensive understanding of project management principles, methods, and techniques
• Provide leadership for the project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project
• Performance reviews and staff development
• Establish practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization
• Report all Environment Health Safety findings via the internal reporting systems
• Critically analyze our objectives and those of the stakeholders to ensure universally successful outcomes and communicate effectively to all the stakeholders with accurate information
• Critically examine our project impact on operations and align with key stakeholders so that impact on operations is minimized to balance project delivery and operations
• Execute projects effectively and deliver revenue, profit, and cash targets to the business
• Regular reporting / updates to management advising project progress to plan, KPI's. Advice of areas requiring escalation, decision for resolution & non- conformance
• Effective management of risk, opportunities, contract and claims through risk mitigation measures
• Support the company in assessing alternative contracting structure for the construction
  
  

• A degree in project management, business management or a related field
• 8 - 10 years of relevant project management experience, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership or strategic role including tracking and planning projects
• 5+ years of experience working with business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
• 3+ years of experience with full product lifecycle with understanding of development lifecycles and various technology methodologies that support that lifecycle
• Proven track record in managing large-scale infrastructure or energy projects, ideally from Financial Close (FC) to Commercial Operation Date (COD)
• Experience working with EPC contractors, multidisciplinary teams, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and SharePoint with experience presenting to stakeholders and / or Senior Leadership
• Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability of business needs
• Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas to achieve a common business objective
• Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment
• Demonstrate decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions and identifying priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent planning and time management skills
• Excellent leadership abilities
• Clean Drivers' License
• Detail-oriented and thorough
  
  

• Participative Leadership
• Planning & Organizing
• Monitoring & Measuring Cognitive Capabilities:
• Analysis & Attention to detail
• Problem Solving
• Critical thinking
  
  

• Assertive
• Methodical
• Drive & Action Oriented
• Flexibility
• Excellence & Quality Orientation

The PMO Lead is responsible for supporting the strategic planning, delivery, and quality assurance of projects within the Flash Group. This role involves applying best practices in project management, supporting governance, and building capacity within the team.

1. Strategic Planning / Portfolio Support: Ensure the group focuses on the right projects by supporting management decision-making.
2. Delivery Support: Oversee effective project delivery, ensuring adherence to standards and best practices.
3. Best Practices: Promote consistent project management practices and standards across the group.

• Provide programmatic management support, maintaining standards and best practices.
• Advise on high-value and high-risk engagements, strengthening project governance.
• Contribute to strategic oversight, ensuring projects align with organizational objectives.
• Develop resource tracking systems for planning and forecasting.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues.

• Facilitate development of project plans and milestones.
• Manage dependencies and advise on quality delivery.
• Support project closure activities, ensuring proper asset and report management.

• Review project performance regularly against scope, cost, schedule, and quality.
• Maintain progress reports and track milestones.
• Identify risks, anticipate issues, and advise mitigation strategies.
• Ensure effective communication and stakeholder engagement strategies.

• Monitor project targets, manage risks, and ensure compliance with standards.
• Coordinate quality reviews and evaluate organizational implications.

• Support embedding best practices in project governance and risk management.
• Provide training and development to project practitioners.
• Identify skills gaps and recommend development actions.
• Extend project management support to partners and stakeholders.

We seek leaders who excel in coaching, managing performance, and fostering a high-performance culture aligned with our values.

Our Client, a leading and established financial services organisation is seeking the services of a Project Management Administrator. This is a contract role and is for a period of 12 months.

Role and responsibilities

Responsible for the provision of support and guidance on project management processes, procedures, tools and techniques to programme managers, project managers and their teams. Support includes the use of project management software, the development, production and maintenance of plans (including time, resource, cost and exception plans), the tracking and reporting of progress and performance of one or more ICT projects (including those performed by third parties under contract), the maintenance of programme and/or project files, the analysis of performance and the maintenance of metric data and estimating models, and the administration of project change control, including use of configuration management systems.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Provide administration support to Project Manager/s and Project teams which includes minute-taking, diary management, meeting scheduling & preparation
• Execute on the Groups' PMO continuous improvement plan by compiling updates on project reports.
• Optimal usage of PPO and other Group PMO Toolsets across all agreed functionalities and features. Incl. Updating issue, Risk & dependency logs.
• Effective Stakeholder engagement throughout project lifecycle.
• Continuous collaboration with Group/Business (internal) stakeholders and Clients
• Adhere to the Groups' Service Management procedures and protocol & to Project Management governance as agreed by Steerco or relevant Project Forum
• Project budget & Financial management: Track project budget, Reports, Projections, Invoicing, query resolution
• Ensure accurate Time Management of project resources.
• Handle Hardware/Software/Stationery requests on the project.
  
  

• Qualifications: Grade 12 and Relevant accredited courses (relevant diploma an advantage)
• Experience: At least 3 years job-related experience in formal project administration (IT software development projects beneficial)
• Knowledge and Skills: Solid understanding of a project's life cycle and a project methodology, Strong administration skills and advanced knowledge of Project tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Word & MS Project, JIRA
  
  

• Collaboration
• Care
• Innovation
• Integrity
  
  

• Project Administration
• JIRA
• Programme Office Management
• Project Management Office (PMO)
• Project Support Administration
• MS Project
• MS Powerpoint
• Excel
  
  

• Certificate

As the Assistant to both functions, you will work directly with the Head of Accounting and Controlling providing executive support and taking the lead in the day-to-day office administration facilitating its smooth and efficient operation. In addition, supporting project management related activities, for example keeping track of project statuses and providing project support where applicable.

1. Managing the Head of Accounting and Controlling diary to ensure that meetings and appointments are planned and prioritised ensuring optimum use of the time.
2. Communicating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that a professional image is portrayed.
3. Planning and organising travel including preparation of detailed itineraries in advance of travel.
4. Planning and organising workshops onsite and offsite, including preparation of detailed agendas.
5. Preparation of presentations in Ms Powerpoint.
6. Liaising with internal and external service providers.
7. Organize and support in running meetings.
8. Undertaking a range of administrative tasks including raising purchase orders.
9. Tracking status of project deliverables and milestones.
10. Defining and updating the project management processes, standards and governance.
11. Ensuring project plans and project documentation are complete and up to date, providing regular project status updates, helping acquire the necessary resources and skills, and contributing to the delivery of business systems to meet identified business requirements.
12. Organising workshops to identify areas of improvement for projects, documenting recommendations.

1. Strong administrative experience within a professional environment.
2. Working knowledge of all Microsoft packages including Word and Excel.
3. Excellent PowerPoint skills.
4. Highly organised individual with ability to multitask and manage high volume of work.
5. Confident individual with excellent spoken and written English.
6. The ability to work well under pressure.
7. Self-motivated with good attention to detail.
8. Team player and able to support other colleagues if required.

1. Working with a global team.
2. Opportunities to work on a variety of innovative projects.
3. Possibility to take over further tasks within the company.
4. Supportive work culture.
5. Remote/Flexible work.
6. Time off/Paid holidays.
7. Continual learning through the platform.
8. e-Learning.
9. Mentorship.
10. Coaching.
11. Open feedback culture.

Planning, Scheduling, Meeting Planning, Administration Management, Workshop Facilitation, Microsoft Office.