Reference NumberH/O 02/2026
    SalaryR1 317 108 per annum, (OSD)
    Centre / LocationHead Office – Mahikeng
    Closing DateJuly 3, 2026
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    Requirements

    Qualifications and Experience: National Senior Certificate plus National Higher Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification in the built environment. Six (6) years post-qualification project management experience in construction required, preferably with experience in road construction. Professional registration with the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as Professional Construction Project Manager is compulsory. A valid driver’s license, willing to travel extensively. Knowledge: Understanding of the following acts: The Public Finance Management Act, Construction Industry Development Board Act, Government Immovable Asset Management Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations 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. Extensive understanding of the NEC, JBCC and GCC form of contract. Knowledge of programme and project management, project design and analysis, legal and operational compliance as well as the creation of a high-performance culture. Applicable legislation and prescripts in the Project Management field, Civil and Construction industries. Skills: Communication skills, problem-solving and analysis skills, Decision making and conflict management skills, Research and development, Strategic capability and leadership, financial management and computer skills, Negotiation skills. Programme and project management skills. Technical Report writing skills. Ability to work under pressure.

    Duties

    Perform final review and approvals or audits on project designs according to design principles or theory. Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology. Maintain project operational effectiveness. Manage the execution of project management strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources. Set project standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability. Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the project environment/services. Ensure that construction projects are implemented in line with the NHBRC requirements and standards. Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives. Manage the commercial added value of the discipline-related programmes and projects. Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Allocate, monitor and control resources. Provide technical consulting services for the operation of project related matters to minimize possible project risks. Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

    Enquiries

    Mr. S. Diko Tel No: (018) 388 1395

    How to Apply

    Notes

    This Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representatively (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representativity will receive preference. Applications must be accompanied by improved Z83 Employment Form (81/971431) obtainable from any Public Service Department and accessible on the website, www.dpsa.gov.za. The improved Z83 Form must be fully completed in all areas signed and dated. Should the applicant use incorrect application form for employment (Z83), the application/s will not be considered for selection purposes (disqualified). The completed and signed form Z83 should be accompanied by a recently updated, comprehensive CV and ID copy as well as three contactable referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interviews. Non-RSA citizens/permanent resident permit holders must attach a copy of their permanent residence permit to their applications. Should you possess a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the Application not being considered. All qualifications will be verified. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One shall be a practical exercise, and the other an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. No faxed or copied application will be considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record checks, qualification /study verification and previous employment verification, reference checks and security vetting. SMS appointments are also subjected to SMS competency assessment as a DPSA requirement. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts and positions with requisite skills will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Applicants who do not possess Nyukela Pre Entry Certificate shall be considered for shortlisting and interviews but cannot be appointed before they successfully obtain pre-entry certificate. (SMS Pre Entry Programme) is offered by the National School of government, information can be accessed via this link: http://www.thensg.gov.za. The appointee to SMS post must be in possession of such, prior to taking up the post. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment for the advertised posts. The successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the Department that will be reviewed based on performance. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

    Source / Circular Reference

    PSV Circular 20 of 2026, Post 20/265