CONTROL WORKS MANAGER: ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

Requirements

A minimum of Bachelor of Architectural Studies at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA. Appropriate three years' post-qualification architectural services experience in the built environment. A valid driver’s Licence. Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act; knowledge of the PFMA and National Building Regulations. Knowledge of Government Procurement systems in the built environment; Programme & Project Management; Client orientation & Customer focus; technical knowledge of key functions related to best practice within integrated Facilities Management. Knowledge of Supply Chain Management Framework and Government budget procedure Skills. Computer Literacy in MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project and MS Outlook), report-writing skills, planning and organising, project management skills, leadership skills, problem solving, facilitation skills, effective communication skills. Be patient, understanding, trustworthy, dependable, innovative, hardworking and analytical thinking. Ability to work under pressure, Self-Motivated, and Creative.

Duties

Manage state accommodation solutions within the existing development set-up to ensure integration. Ensure verification and Interpretation of Client departments’ needs, preferences, and space norms. Prepare balanced, proper, efficient and effective development plans and development frameworks compliant with legislative requirements, town planning schemes and governmental corporate image and customs. Preparation of drawings, reports and presentations. Prepare guidelines and objectives in documentation format for further detailed design of specific sites within precincts. Function as a team member and interact with appointed experts, local authorities, clients and management. Effectively manage the spatial programme and all interdependent and inter-reliant projects and stakeholders. Manage the programme resources and budget requirements. Effectively develop and manage the programme implementation framework as well as communication thereof. Participate in the administration and performance monitoring of Total Facilities Management (TFM) contracts, ensuring architectural service delivery, spatial standards and space norms are met by service providers. Conduct monthly site inspections to monitor project progress, verify work executed against payment claims, and report on quality and programme compliance. Promote sustainable practices aligned with Green Building standards and Occupational Health & Safety compliance. Conduct and contribute to Facility Condition Assessments (FCAs) of state-owned buildings and precincts from an architectural and spatial planning perspective, and compile supporting condition assessment reports. Translate FCA findings into refurbishment, upgrade and precinct redevelopment proposals, prioritising interventions according to condition ratings, risk and available budget. Prepare Project Execution Plans (PEPs), outlining project scope, budget, procurement strategy, programme and resourcing for approved facilities management projects.

Where to send your application

Applications for the position of Control Works Manager: Architectural Services must be emailed to: Recruitment26-91@dpw.gov.za

Enquiries

Patrick Nesengani Tel No: (012) 406 1378

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