Control Works Manager: Civil/structural Engineering Services

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the Control Works Manager: Civil/Structural Engineering Services role (Reference No: 2026/380) at the Department Of Public Works And Infrastructure. This is a 12-month contract position based at the Head Office in Pretoria, with an annual salary of R605,742. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Assessing and reporting on the condition of infrastructure. * Conducting technical evaluations of professional service providers’ and contractors’ bids. * Planning, coordinating, and managing all technical facilities management activities/projects. * Overseeing and ensuring the maintenance of building assets from a structural engineering perspective. * Overseeing civil and structural infrastructure to ensure efficient, financial, and optimal maintenance. * Supervising service providers to deliver preventive and corrective maintenance programs for departmental infrastructure. * Attending to maintenance requests and infrastructure facility management in line with operational standards to ensure ongoing asset performance and reliability. * Conducting quality control over the work of consultants and contractors during project execution. * Assisting project managers in resolving technical disputes at different project stages. * Reviewing and auditing final professional civil/structural engineering accounts and construction contract final accounts. * Developing, implementing, reviewing, and regularly updating standardised civil engineering practice manuals for the Department. * Participating in the administration and performance monitoring of Total Facilities Management (TFM) contracts related to civil and structural infrastructure, including Service Level Agreement (SLA) compliance and contractor performance evaluation. * Conducting monthly site inspections to monitor project progress, verify work executed against payment claims, and report on quality and program compliance. * Conducting detailed Facility Condition Assessments (FCAs) of civil and structural infrastructure and compiling condition assessment reports, including remedial cost estimates and prioritised intervention plans. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A minimum of BSc/B.Eng./B.Tech in Civil/Structural Engineering at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA. * Appropriate three years' post-qualification experience in civil or structural engineering in building services. * 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. * Technical knowledge of key functions related to best practice within integrated Facilities Management. * Knowledge of Supply Chain Management Framework and Government budget procedures. * Computer Literacy in MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, and MS Outlook). * Report-writing skills. * Planning and organising skills. * Project management skills. * Leadership skills. * Problem-solving skills. * Facilitation skills. * Effective communication skills. * Be patient, understanding, trustworthy, dependable, innovative, hardworking, and possess analytical thinking. * Ability to work under pressure, be self-motivated, and creative. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a qualified Civil/Structural Engineer with at least three years of post-qualification experience, specifically in building services and facilities management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of relevant government legislation, procurement systems, and integrated facilities management best practices. They should be proficient in MS Office, demonstrate strong project management, leadership, and communication skills, and exhibit personal attributes such as analytical thinking, reliability, and the ability to thrive under pressure. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-public-works-and-infrastructure-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-2026-380 Source: govpage

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• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Project management
• Health and safety (OHS)
• Driver's licence

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