Overview

Construction Manager – Johannesburg

Hire Resolve is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join a dynamic team in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will oversee and manage water abstraction and pipeline construction projects, ensuring their successful delivery from initiation to completion. This role requires expertise in mass concrete works, river diversion, balancing dams, pump stations, and the integration of associated infrastructure. The Construction Manager will work closely with clients, engineers, project managers, and contractors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet design specifications, regulatory requirements, and sustainability standards.

Key Responsibilities: Oversee the construction phases of water abstraction and pipeline infrastructure projects, including weirs and pipelines, ensuring successful completion. Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure safe and effective project planning and design. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and adhere to safety and regulatory standards. Coordinate and manage contractors and subcontractors, resolving any issues or conflicts that may arise. Maintain up-to-date project documentation, including design drawings, specifications, quality data, and reports. Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements and cost savings. Lead construction team meetings and provide ongoing support to the construction supervision team. Manage project risks and implement effective risk mitigation strategies. Regularly communicate with all project stakeholders regarding progress, issues, and changes to the project plan. Qualifications & Experience: Qualifications: Degree or BTech in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering. Professional Registration: Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer and/or SACPCMP (PrCPM registration is advantageous). Experience: 10-20 years in construction and resident engineering roles, with a focus on water infrastructure construction, specifically in water abstraction and pipeline projects. Core Competencies: Strong technical expertise in water infrastructure construction and project management. Ability to manage multidisciplinary infrastructure projects independently. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Experience with contract management, project budgeting, and FIDIC-based construction projects. Proficiency in MS Office and effective project risk management. Ability to lead and guide project teams while maintaining effective stakeholder communication.

Salary: NegotiableContact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Gillian Weideman at gillian.weideman@hireresolve.us You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: Use “Construction Manager – JHB” as the subject in the email. We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise. Apply for job