Contract director - Polokwane - MULTIFORM HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (Pty) Ltd

Description

Contract Director Experience

An experienced and skilled Contract Director is required to lead projects based in Limpopo.

• The successful incumbent must have a minimum of fifteen (15) years of relevant experience in construction project management, with a proven track record or successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.

Formal Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in engineering (civil or structural), construction management, building studies, quantity surveying or a related field is preferred.
• A post graduate degree in a related field will be advantageous.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Projects.
• Valid driving license code 08.
• Registration with SACPCMP as PrCM or ECSA as PrEng/PrTechEng will be advantageous.
• Own transport.

Responsibilities:

Planning:

• Managing the tender preparation for clients and commercial bids to help bring in new business.
• Preparing for the developing and presentation of project proposals.
• Managing plans and estimating budgets and timescales.
• Managing construction schedules and budgets.
• Handling any unexpected costs and unforeseen circumstances.
• Organising and arranging the human capital needed to provide labour to the client.
• Managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Managing resources regarding work schedules.

Client Relations and Liaison:

• Negotiating contracts, monitoring subcontractors, communication with employees and clients, overseeing and resolving disputes and process changes.
• Meeting with clients and all relevant stakeholders to ensure client satisfaction and to reach agreement regarding budgets and timescales.
• Discussing, drafting, reviewing and negotiating the terms of business contracts.
• Attending site meetings to monitor progress.
• Communicating with subcontractors.
• Conducting site visits on multiple sites.
• Handling and managing client expectations.
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, site and project managers.
• Working with third parties to ensure that everyone understands their roles and responsibilities.
• Liaising with technical and financial staff, sub-contractors, legal teams and the client's own representatives.
• Building and maintaining good relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Liaising with external stakeholders to document all activities.
• Compiling and making of presentations to clients and suppliers.

Quality and Legislation Compliance:

• Making sure construction projects meet agreed technical and legislative standards.
• Implementing various policies and guidelines.
• Overseeing invoicing upon satisfactory project completion.
• Ensuring that all contracts are accurate and relevant documentation is correct and updated when necessary.
• Identifying ways to increase efficiency and improve productivity.
• Ensuring health safety and environmental legislation and regulation compliance.

Inherent Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, building codes and safety regulations in the South African context.
• Working knowledge and experience with legal documentation.
• Excellent project management skills, including effective planning, organising and prioritising tasks.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical documents, including drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage project teams and stakeholders.
• Business management skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal, written and technical).
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in construction management software, project scheduling, tools and cost estimation software.
• Analytical thinking.
• Knowledge of project management software.
• Strong focus on compliance and regulatory aspects.
• Understanding of contractual conditions and relevant industry regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with sustainable construction practices.
• Excellent reporting skills.
• Familiarity with FIDIC forms of contract.