Project Manager

In brief

**Overview** This Project Manager role is with the University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria, a prominent multi-faculty, research-intensive university recognized for its high research output, impact, and as a top producer of graduates in South Africa. The university operates campuses in Pretoria and its surrounds, as well as in Johannesburg, the country’s economic hub. The position involves providing effective project management services for a wide range of university building and infrastructure projects. **What you will do** The incumbent will deliver effective and efficient project management services, adhering to the University of Pretoria (UP) Project Protocol, specifically in relation to the planning, implementation, and construction of: * New buildings, additions, and refurbishment of existing buildings and other facilities, including office buildings, lecture halls, auditoria, laboratories, hospitals, domestic houses, residences, and sporting facilities such as swimming pools, sporting surfaces (excluding grass fields), pavilions, and clubhouses. * Installation and refurbishment of existing building systems like heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning, lifts and other mechanical installations, electronic access control, and fire detection systems. * Installation and refurbishment of existing services infrastructure, including electrical installations, water provision, gas distribution, standby generators, storm water and drainage systems, roads, and parking lots. * Ensuring that the UP Project Protocol Methodology is enforced and followed. * Co-ordination of project and administrative functions through all stages: initiation, concept and viability, design development, documentation and procurement, construction, and close out. * Facilitation of the preparation and management of all required project documentation. * Scheduling and attending project meetings. * Ensuring delivery of the highest quality, within approved budget and on the agreed time frame. * Ensuring that all required project documentation is handed over to the relevant divisions and all equipment is commissioned prior to the Practical Completion and Handover Stage. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Minimum Requirements:** * Bachelors’ degree (NQF level 7) in construction management, Quantity surveying, Architecture, Engineering, or any other building sciences or Building management. * Minimum of 4 years applicable construction project management experience in the building industry, as well as relevant technical experience. * Valid Driver’s License. * **Required Competencies (Skills, Knowledge, and Behavioural Attributes):** * Knowledge of Project Management principles and practices. * Knowledge of the National Building Regulations and relevant SANS standards. * Knowledge of building and construction practices. * Knowledge of construction contract law and standard forms of contract, including JBCC, FIDIC, NEC, and GCC. * Knowledge of PROCSA agreements. * Knowledge of Risk Management principles and practices. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office. * Proficiency in project management and construction software, including MS Project, CCS, and/or Primavera. * Budget compilation, control, and financial/cost management skills. * Administrative and organisational skills. * Ability to sequence and schedule project activities. * Programme and project management skills. * Ability to interpret and monitor construction programmes. * Construction quality management skills. * SHE and construction safety management knowledge. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Negotiation and argumentation skills. * Stakeholder management skills, including engagement with internal and external stakeholders. * Conflict management and leadership skills. * Ability to organise, prioritise, and manage multiple tasks effectively. * Ability to work effectively in a team. * Results-driven approach. * People-focused, caring, and nurturing. * High level of accuracy and attention to detail. * Demonstrates integrity, respect, trustworthiness, and honesty. * **Added Advantages and Preferences:** * Any relevant short courses, including professional registration with the relevant council (SACPCMP). * Experience in a higher education institution. **Who should apply** This role is ideal for a professional with a Bachelor's degree (NQF level 7) in construction management, quantity surveying, architecture, engineering, building sciences, or building management. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of construction project management experience within the building industry, coupled with relevant technical expertise and a valid Driver’s License. Applicants should possess a strong foundational knowledge of project management principles, national building regulations, construction practices, construction contract law (including JBCC, FIDIC, NEC, GCC), PROCSA agreements, and risk management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and key project management software (MS Project, CCS, and/or Primavera) is essential. Candidates must demonstrate excellent budget management, administrative, organisational, and programme management skills, alongside the ability to interpret and monitor construction programmes, manage quality, and ensure SHE and construction safety. Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, stakeholder management, conflict management, and leadership skills are critical, as is the ability to organise, prioritise, manage multiple tasks, and work effectively in a team. The ideal applicant will be results-driven, people-focused, caring, nurturing, detail-oriented, and embody integrity, respect, trustworthiness, and honesty. Preference will be given to candidates with relevant short courses, professional registration (e.g., SACPCMP), and/or experience within a higher education institution. **Deadline** 12 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/project-manager-university-of-pretoria-universiteit-van-pretoria-1 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 4 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office
• Project management

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