Assistant Construction Manager

Based in Bloemfontein, we are a subsidiary of the Raubex Group. We are looking for an Assistant
Construction Manager to manage projects within Raubex Infra.

The Assistant Construction Manager will be responsible for on site management and construction of
Roads, projects in South Africa, including full responsibility for technical, environmental and safety
compliance; cost, quality, programme, integration, stakeholders, suppliers/ subcontractors, logistics
and security. This position is regarded as a hands–on, site based, skilled civil construction
management role.

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Assistant Construction Manager will manage the
Earthworks works and team in terms of, human, material, plant, and fuel resources. Ensure that all
contractual requirements are met in terms of achieving deadlines and completing the project on time,
within budget. Support the Construction Manager as required to ensure all necessary notifications,
supporting documents/ records are submitted for contractual claims, compliant with contracts.
Monthly measurements of completed and approved works; and support the Construction Manager
with compilation of payment certificates, contractual claims/variations, etc.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• B Degree in Civil Engineering and eligible to register as a professional.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in construction management of Road related projects.
• SACPCMP registration desirable.
• SANRAL experience will be advantageous.
• Extensive knowledge of construction, production and team management, programming and
  planning.
• Proficient with construction management (control and monitoring) tools, MS Project, MS
  Office, etc. and construction regulations.
• Extensive knowledge and skills in management of resources such as plant, people, materials
  and fuel.
• Develop method statements in collaboration with Quality Officers.
• Demonstrable experience in the management of local labour and specialized Subcontractors.
• Manage suppliers in terms of quality, quantity and timeous deliveries.
• Manage quality plans, systems and inspections in conjunction with supporting staff.
• Strong administrative skills to ensure company systems and processes are implemented.
• Conversant in preparation of weekly production forecasts and planning.
• Conversant with Standards, Drawings and Quality control metrics.
• Experienced in construction risk management and mitigation.
• Coordinating activities with electrical and or mechanical installation teams.
• Facilitate works inspection with client representatives.
• Ensure compliance to all SHEQ regulations and applicable compliance obligations, safety and
  quality control.
• Lead and facilitate teamwork to ensure efficiency, profitability and meet deadlines.
• Team player with demonstrable leadership qualities.
• Demonstrable ability to perform under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literate – MS Office and Project
• A valid Driver’s Licence and own reliable transport
• South African citizen

JOB SPECIFICATION

• Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Assistant Construction Manager is accountable for
  the successful on-site execution.
• We require a multiskilled person with strong leadership qualities
• Formal construction management in accordance with company procedures & processes,
  legislation, standards and industry best practise; including technical, cost, programme, quality,
  HSE and relevant stakeholders.
• Assist the Construction Manager to liaise with clients, owners, engineers, local communities,
  suppliers, subcontractors and relevant project stakeholders to ensure successful project
  outcome.
• Adopt, implement and improve where necessary the Raubex Infra construction management
  procedures/ processes to minimize project risk; and maximize performance and profitability.
• Motivate and manage the construction team, define and monitor achievement of production
  targets, whilst ensuring SHEQ compliance.
• Manage and mitigate construction risks.
• Record keeping and document control.
• Preparation and submission of quality data packs, facilitate client inspections and sign off.
• Develop method statements & risk assessments for client approval.
• Develop and update applicable forecasts such as materials, plant, and human resource
  requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring construction allowable is achieved and weekly reporting thereof.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review all external inspection and audit reports with regards to safety and quality and ensure
  the rectification of Non-Conformances, adjust current practices to mitigate future recurrences.
• Attend or facilitate meetings, as required, with site personnel, sub-contractors, suppliers and
  clients to ensure efficient co-ordination in accordance with compliance obligations.
• Enforce the requirements of company safety campaigns.
• Ensure all human resources are skilled and competent for their allocated tasks, identify gaps
  and training needs.
• Facilitate the development and approval of site documentation specific to the context of each
  project, mentor site personnel to ensure that developed documents accurately reflect the
  works on site. Where no quality officer is appointed to the project the assistant construction
  manager shall assume the role of quality representative.
• Manage drawings as per the requirements of the Raubex Management System.
• Physically verify the compliance of works infield in accordance with SHEQ compliance
  obligations.
• Identify the suppliers & sub-contractors to be vetted with the Construction Manager and onboarded as per applicable compliance obligations whilst ensuring all relevant SHEQ personal
  notified of these suppliers & sub-contractors in advance of their contract or purchase order.
• Ensure compliance of contractors & suppliers on site with regards to Raubex Management
• System and applicable compliance obligations.
• Verify the archiving process regarding SHEQ project records is as per the requirements of the
  Raubex Management System
• In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, the Assistant Construction Manager is
  required to carry out other duties that are in essence part of their area of activity, according to
  their knowledge and abilities as instructed by the Construction Manager.

TYPE

• Temporary employment
• Site based

PACKAGE

• Market related

HOW TO APPLY

If you meet the requirements, kindly email your cv to recruitment@raubexinfra.com

Subject: ASSISTANT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Please note, if you have not heard from us within two weeks after the advert closure date, kindly
consider your application unsuccessful

All the best with your applications.