Project Manager - Property Developer

Job category : Construction Project ManagementContract : PermanentRemuneration : Market RelatedEE position : YesIntroductionConcor Construction is looking to employ a suitably qualified and experienced candidate as a Project Manager - Property Developer.

The vacancy is located in the Western Cape.

The position has stringent requirements, deliverables, and deadlines.

Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates.

This position will be site-based.The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) : Ensuring standard procedures are adhered to and any specific client requirements are considered.Fostering relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.Productivity and cost monitoring.Ensuring that quality of work and materials comply with specifications.Work to be completed within required time frames.Inspiring team members to achieve high levels of production.Building good relations with employees and relevant role players.Co-operating well with peers and subordinates.Professional conduct at all times.Providing constructive support to company initiatives.Reviewing work and ensuring corrective action when required.Implementing improvements and demonstrating initiative.Consistently complying with all company policies and procedures.Ensuring compliance with Safety, Health & Environmental Regulations.Project Development Manager Roles and ResponsibilitiesInceptionFacilitate development of a clear project brief.Establish procurement policy for the project.Assist the client in the procurement of necessary and appropriate other consultants including the clear definition of their roles and responsibilities.Establish in conjunction with the client, other consultants, and all relevant authorities, the site characteristics, rights, and constraints for the proper design of the intended project.Define the consultant's scope of work and services.Conclude the terms of the agreement with the client.Facilitate a schedule of the required consents and approvals.Prepare, co-ordinate, minute, and monitor a project initiation program.Facilitate client approval of all stage 1 documentation.Concept and ViabilityAssist the client in procurement of the other consultants including the clear definition of their roles, responsibilities, and liabilities.Advise the client on the requirement to appoint a health and safety consultantmunicate the project brief to the other consultants and monitor the development of the concept and viability.Agree format and procedures for cost control and reporting by the other consultants.Prepare a documentation program and indicative construction program.Co-ordinate concept and viability documentation for presentation to the client for approval.Facilitate approval of the concept and viability by the client.Facilitate approval of the concept and viability by statutory authorities.Documentation and ProcurementRecommend and agree procurement strategy for contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers with the client and the other consultants.Prepare and agree the procurement program.Advise the client, in conjunction with the other consultants, on the appropriate insurances.Co-ordinate and monitor preparation of procurement documentation by consultants in accordance with the project procurement program.Manage procurement process and recommend contractors for approval by the client.Agree the format and procedures for monitoring and control by the quantity surveyor of the cost of the works.Co-ordinate and assemble the contract documentation for signature.ConstructionArrange site handover to the contractor.Agree and monitor issue and distribution of construction documents.Instruct the contractor on behalf of the client to appoint subcontractors.Conduct, record, and minute site and technical meetings.Monitor, review, and approve the preparation of the construction program by the contractor.Regularly monitor performance of the contractor against the program.Adjudicate entitlements that arise from changes required to the construction program.Receive, co-ordinate, and monitor approval of all contract documentation provided by contractor(s).Agree quality assurance procedures and monitor implementation thereof by the other consultants and the contractors.Monitor preparation and auditing of the contractor's health and safety plan and approval thereof by the H&S consultant.Monitor preparation of the environmental management plan by the environmental consultant.Establish procedures for monitoring scope and cost variations.Monitor, review, approve and issue certificates.Receive, review and adjudicate any contractual claims.Monitor preparation of financial control reports by the other consultants.Prepare and submit progress reports.Coordinate, monitor and issue works completion, practical completion lists, and the certificate of practical completion.Manage the review and approval of all necessary shop details and product propriety information by the design consultants.Monitor long lead items and off-site production by the contractors and suppliers.Monitor the execution by the contractors of the defect items to achieve Works Completion.Facilitate and co-ordinate adequate access with the occupant for the rectification of defects by the contractors.Facilitate and expedite receipt of occupation certificate.Close-outCo-ordinate and monitor rectification of defects.Manage procurement of operations and maintenance manuals, guarantees, and warranties.Manage preparation of as-built drawings and documentation.Manage procurement of outstanding statutory certificates.Monitor, review, and issue payment certificates.Manage agreement of final account(s).Prepare and present the project close-out report.Manage the finalization of the Health and Safety File for submission to the Client.QualificationsGrade 12Relevant BSc / B Eng / BTech / National Diploma QualificationValid driver's licenseExperience8 years' minimum experience as a Project / Development Manager in the Construction IndustryKnowledge and SkillsExcellent oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills.Must have a working knowledge of the OHS ACT, and Construction Regulations.Must have the ability to read, understand and organize construction plans and specifications.Must have knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word, & Outlook).Must be a South African Citizen.Strong attention to detail.Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.Ability to work as part of the team while exercising own judgment.Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.

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