CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

Reference number: 2026/316
Salary: R914 517 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), Total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the OSD
Centre: Gqeberha Regional Office
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 11 September 2026
Circular: No 30 of 2026

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Requirements

A minimum National higher diploma (Built Environment field) with a minimum of 4 years and six months certified experience. B-Tech (Built Environment field) with a minimum of 4 years certified managerial experience. Honours degree in any Built Environment field with a minimum of 3 years’ experience. Valid driver’s license. Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager on appointment. Computer literacy, Knowledge and understanding of the following Acts: Public Finance Management Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act as well as Building Regulations and Environmental Conservation Act, Knowledge and understanding of the Government Procurement System, Good planning, financial and budget skills, Sound analytical and good written and verbal communication skills; Knowledge and understanding of the JBCC and GCC form of contract.

Duties

Contribute to project initiation, scope definition and scope change control for envisaged projects. Full project management function, cost, quality and time control. Manage project cost estimates and control changes in line with allocated budgets. Plan and attend project meetings during the project phases. Assist with the compilation of projects documentation to support project processes. Implement project administration processes according to Government requirements. Ensure implementation of procurement activities and adherence thereof to Government policies. Provide assistance in implementing and assuring that project execution is in accordance with the approved project norms and time schedules. Support the project environment and activities to ensure that project objectives are delivered timeously. Manage and engage in multi-disciplinary construction teams regarding the construction/maintenance of facilities; Ensure that construction projects are implemented and executed as envisaged in the acquisition/procurement plan and that high-quality projects are delivered within time, cost and quality framework.

Where to send your application

For Port Elizabeth Regional Office: email to: RecruitPE26-36@dpw.gov.za 61 PUBLIC

Enquiries

Mr. S. Jikeka Tel No: (041) 408 2074

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 21 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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