Job Requirements
An Engineering Degree (B Eng / BSc Eng) in Civil or relevant qualification. Six (6) years post qualification experience. Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence. Registration with the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Professional Construction Project Manager (Pr. CPM) or a Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) with the Project Management Institute (PMI) will serve as an added advantage. Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in the planning, design, and construction of water resources infrastructure projects will serve as an added advantage. Understanding of the complete project life cycle from initial planning stages through to completion. Extensive experience in project management especially in the project management of large infrastructure projects will be beneficial. Extensive contract management experience. A detailed understanding of construction procurement processes. Sound knowledge of construction law contracts such as GCC, FIDIC and NEC. Detailed knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Experience in financial planning and financial management. Knowledge of project risk analysis and risk management. The ability to relate with associated professional field in a multi-disciplinary team. Additional studies in Water Resources Engineering are recommended. High-level communication skills both (verbal and written). Conflict management, contract dispute resolution, and negotiation skills. Problem solving and analysis skills. Computer proficiency (such as MS Office, MS Projects, etc). Ability to work independently, and be self-motivated, responsible, and reliable.
Duties
Manage and oversee all aspects of project implementation. Coordinate the implementation of a portfolio of mega-projects. The Chief Engineer’s responsibilities span a broad spectrum, covering all areas of project management including planning, cost and time management, quality management, contract administration and management, risk management, social aspects, stakeholder management (internal and external), environmental and safety management. The Chief Engineer will be required to ensure that the project is technically sound, that all activities associated with managing the project workflow and performance are met and to provide the necessary management and leadership skills to ensure the project team deliver including the provision of leadership and performance management of subordinates. Coordinate water users, institutions, and stakeholders’ input for decision-making on infrastructure projects. Promote the Department’s interests in projects implemented by external bodies. Ensure compliance with legal requirements, timeframes and approved budgets during the project implementation. Manage the commissioning and takeover of the infrastructure. 110 Ensure good work ethic Promote transformation. Promote a culture of innovation and performance.
What is the Salary
R1 317 108 – R1 504 797 per annum, (OSD), (all-inclusive OSD salary package). This appointment will be made on the minimum notch of the salary range, however, a higher notch within the salary range of Grade A/B will be considered based on experience and qualification in line with the provisions of the Public Service Regulations 2016, i.e. provision of the candidate’s current salary advice.
Location
Pretoria Head Office
How to Apply
Ms P Moodley Tel No: (012) 336 6929
All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
Apply Before:
30 June 2026
Reference No:
300626/03
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