Contracts and Construction Manager

Are you passionate about transforming communities through impactful infrastructure and development projects? Do you have the vision and leadership to drive programmes that uplift lives and build sustainable futures? If your answer is yes, then this is your opportunity to lead meaningful change where it truly matters. We are looking for a strategic, driven and community-focused professional to lead the design, funding, and implementation of infrastructure and emerging needs programmes in rural and underdeveloped communities. This role plays a key part in the execution of our Community Development Strategy (CDS), ensuring that projects are not only delivered on time and within budget, but that they also make a measurable and lasting difference to the people they serve. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Planning: Develop and implement the infrastructure framework aligned with CDS and the overall organisational strategy. Drive operational planning and execution, ensuring community-centred project outcomes. Ensure compliance with regulatory, risk and governance standards. Project Development & Execution: Identify infrastructure needs within beneficiary communities. Build and manage a pipeline of infrastructure and construction programmes. Develop funding models and secure necessary resources for programme implementation. Oversee all phases of programme lifecyclefrom planning to impact evaluation. Stakeholder & Community Engagement: Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, community members, and service providers. Act as the face of the Infrastructure division in steering committees and community engagements. Governance & Risk: Manage contractual compliance across all infrastructure programmes (GCC and JBCC). Ensure quality risk mitigation, auditing, and reporting frameworks are in place. Financial Oversight: Develop and manage budgets for the Infrastructure unit. Monitor expenditure and implement cost-effective project delivery strategies. Team Leadership: Lead a skilled team of project and programme professionals. Implement performance management, mentorship, and capacity-building initiatives. Job Experience & Skills Required: Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management. Professional registration with SAICE, SAPCMP, or ECSA. 7 years operational experience in infrastructure and programme management. 3 years in a leadership or management role. Experience working in community trust structures, NPOs, or community upliftment programmes is essential. Post-graduate studies in Engineering, Business Administration or Leadership. Exposure to community-based planning and development methodologies. Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Power BI, with GIS capabilities. Deep understanding of SANS 1200 specifications, contractual law (GCC and JBCC), and project lifecycle methodologies. Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, financial acumen, and strategic planning skills. Valid Code EB drivers license (Articulated Motor Vehicle License). Willingness to work on-site and travel to rural project areas as needed. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.

Location: Kathu, ZA

Posted Date: 8/22/2025