Manager: Special Projects And Infrastructure

Purpose of this Role

In line with the prescripts of the NPSET Plan the CETA is committed to the development of skills infrastructure in rural and township areas within South Africa; and to fund Special Projects linked with Discretionary Grant (DG) windows; as well as funding projects linked to Economic Reconstruction and Recovery Plan (ERRP). The Office of the CEO is responsible for monitoring and managing the CETA special projects including the construction of skills development centre DG and ERRP projects etc.

The role will ensure project implementation on track in line with project plans; monitoring evaluation and reporting of milestones timeously; and that effectiveness of infrastructure projects is regularly evaluated.

Job Responsibilities

• Drive and oversee the project implementation of special infrastructure projects to ensure completion of work on time and within budgets.
• Provide a lead role in the operational delivery and monitoring of special infrastructure projects.
• Negotiate contractors orders and monitor contractors performance in line with relevant regulatory contractors frameworks.
• Manage and execute special infrastructure projects and other special projects as required.
• Deliver efficient savings for the CETA by adopting a strategic supplier performance management approach and work closely with Finance Unit to control and manage expenditure.
• Ensure that proper industry techniques and processes are followed. Identify and mitigate infrastructure projects risks.
• Prepare for internal and external audits and quality assurance reviews of the infrastructure related special projects.
• Communicate with the responsible parties to ensure that quality construction exceeds the required standards.
• Set high standards on the project to ensure that the stakeholders needs are efficiently met.
• Prepare internal and external reports relating to project status and progress estimates deliverables and safety statistics within required timelines.
• Hold meetings with necessary stakeholders on construction projects related matters.
• Monitor compliance with safety and building regulations and implement public safety measures. Supervise the construction project team to ensure that project work is completed on time and exceeds the customers requirements.
• Ensure proper and updated record-keeping of all project documents reports and compliance certificates including financial related information.
• Ensure achievement of set goals and targets within set timeframes

• Negotiate agreement terms and budgets manage construction contract drafts bid on projects and obtain permits to analyse and mitigate risks.
• Work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment to plan and coordinate all aspects of the building process from hiring contractors to working with engineers architects and vendors.
• Contribute and enhance the work and role of the infrastructure Project Steering Committees.
• Manage the budget for the project and achieve and/or exceed the project financial targets.
• Supervise the construction project team to ensure that project work is completed on time and exceed the customers requirements.
• Lead the special project team to achieve set goals and targets within set timeframes.

Other general responsibilities attached to this role

• Implement and oversee corrective action to address audit findings and recommendations as reported in assisting CETA achieve its turnaround strategy.
• Identify and develop strategies to optimise key stakeholder relationships implement those strategies in building sustainable and resilient relationships.
• Monitor and manage staff performance within the division in compliance with the CETA Performance Management policy and processes. This includes coaching and mentoring staff and candidates / interns as appropriate to improve performance within the CETA.
• To develop a comprehensive reporting system for the unit that considers all operational aspects and report such on a weekly monthly quarterly and on annual basis.
• To provide regular management reports for governance and executive management reporting processes.
• Establish processes and routines that ensure the CEOs and Accounting Authoritys decisions are followed up and to contribute / support the implementation of such decisions.
• Perform any other relevant duties as directed by the CEO.

Specific Deliverables Expected

• Credible and up to date Special Projects and Infrastructure Projects Registers.
• Projects Monitoring and Evaluation reports monthly and quarterly.
• Business units Service Standards and Business Scorecard aligned to overall CETA scorecards APP SLA Strategic Plans etc.
• All risk compliance and governance reports for the Special Projects unit.
• Business units budgets spending progress reports.

Desired Skills Experience Competencies and Attributes

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Project Management Urban / Town / Regional Planning or equivalent qualification. Relevant NQF qualification in Project Management is key.
• 5 years experience in construction project management and / or as a Team Leader or supervisor in a built environment.
• Registration with the SACPMP other relevant Councils within the CBE or equivalent professional body is essential.
• Knowledge of Quality systems applicable to construction related projects is essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of the design and construction processes.
• Experience in a PSET entity or public sector environment will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Projects tools in report writing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of Corporate Governance and Regulatory Framework (i.e. SDA PFMA National Treasury Regulations General Conditions of Contracts for Construction Works and JBCC etc.) and other related legislative and regulatory frameworks and requirements in a SETA construction and built environment.
• Advanced numerical conceptual and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Risk management awareness and application of same; and budget control management.
• A valid drivers license is necessary.

The following Attributes are necessary to succeed in this Management role:

• Self-discipline and motivated team player.
• Good time management and decision-making skills.
• Ability to apply management skills at a strategic level in the context of project management.
• Superior analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to motivate others and diplomacy skills. Emotionally intelligent and communicates well across all levels.
• Ethical consciousness and conduct in all dealings with the matters of CETA.
• Analytical and pay attention to detail plus data analytical.
• Strategic thinker and problem-solver.
• Value-adding advisor to the processes of the organisation.

Remuneration and Benefits

Remuneration for this role is a market related package per annum in line with the CETA Remuneration Policy and the applicable salary scales. A competitive package may be negotiated with best candidates.

PLEASE NOTE

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to vetting and assessment process by the CETA; with the successful candidates subjected to security vetting.

Interested applicants should send an application letter together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the vacancy / position title reference number in the subject line and copies of academic qualifications and professional institutes membership certificates and names of three contactable referees via

Enquiries: Be submitted by e-mail to not later than 5 days before closing date. Please note the following contact details are for enquiries about JOB CONTENT ONLY and NOT for application purposes.

CETA will not consider any late applications.

The CETA reserves the right to cancel this advert and / or not to appoint. within 4 weeks of the closing date please consider your applicationunsuccessful.

Preference will be given to applicants who are still far from normal retirement age from closing date; in line with preferred CETA succession planning principles.

Closing date: 28 August 2025 @ 23h59.

CETA is committed to providing equal opportunities. It is ourintentiontopromoterepresentativity(racegenderdisability)intheorganisationthroughfillingofthis position and candidates whose appointment will promote representativity will receivepreference.