Infrastructure & Facilities Project Manager (Pr CPM) ( 24 Months Contract)
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Job Summary
The KwaZulu-Natal Museum is one of the largest and leading heritage institutions in the country. It is dedicated to serving the people of South Africa by collecting interpreting and exhibiting material evidence of the cultural and natural world in order to increase knowledge understanding and appreciation of the nations rich order to drive its strategic objectives properly the KwaZulu-Natal Museum invites applicants for the following positions:
Infrastructure & Facilities Project Manager (Pr CPM) ( 24 Months Contract)
(24-MONTH PERFORMANCE BASED CONTRACT RENEWABLE FOR A FURTHER YEAR BASED ON PERFORMANCE)
The KwaZulu-Natal Museum is seeking an experienced Infrastructure & Facilities Project Manager (Pr CPM) to lead and deliver a large-scale project and provide other facilities management duties. The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end project management stakeholder coordination risk control and ensuring delivery within scope time budget and quality standards. This is a senior-level position requiring strong technical understanding financial management capability and demonstrated leadership in complex multi-stakeholder environments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Planning & Delivery
- Lead infrastructure projects across the full lifecycle: planning execution monitoring and close-out
- Develop and manage project scope schedules budgets and resources
- Coordinate consultants contractors and multidisciplinary teams
- Ensure delivery within time cost and quality expectations
Financial & Contract Management
- Manage project budgets with strong cost control and forecasting
- Administer contracts (JBCC / NEC / GCC) and oversee supplier performance
- Ensure compliance with procurement processes and financial governance frameworks
Risk Compliance & Quality
- Identify assess and mitigate project risks and dependencies
- Ensure compliance with South African legislation safety standards and regulatory requirements
- Implement and monitor quality assurance processes
Facilities Management
- Oversee maintenance and operational performance of buildings and infrastructure
- Ensure compliance with health safety and statutory requirements
- Manage service providers and facilities-related contracts
- Support space planning and operational efficiency
Handover & Closure (Strategic Function)
- Oversee snag/punch lists and ensure all outstanding work is completed
- Obtain all compliance and statutory certificates
- Ensure effective project handover to operations
- Confirm that all contractual deliverables are met before close-out
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Lead project meetings and ensure clear communication across all levels
- Manage expectations across government contractors and consultants
Reporting & Governance
- Prepare regular progress and performance reports
- Maintain accurate project documentation
- Support audits and governance processes
Requirements
- Bachelors degree (NQF 7) in a built environment discipline such as:
- Construction Management
- Civil or Structural Engineering
- Quantity Surveying
- Construction-focused Project Management
- Construction Management
Note: Only clearly aligned built-environment qualifications will be considered.
- Mandatory:
- Registration as a Professional Construction Project Manager (Pr CPM) with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions
- Registration as a Professional Construction Project Manager (Pr CPM) with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions
- Experience:
- 810 years post-qualification experience
- Proven delivery of projects valued at R200 million R300 million
- Experience in infrastructure construction or public sector environments
- 810 years post-qualification experience
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Project Primavera or similar tools
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and South African regulatory frameworks
- Proficiency in MS Project Primavera or similar tools
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- A Masters degree will be advantageous; however candidates with an Honours degree and relevant experience will be considered
- Experience in complex or regulated environments
- Exposure to heritage or public infrastructure projects
- Strong leadership capability including:
- Team management and accountability
- Conflict resolution and decision-making
- Ability to lead in high-pressure environments
- Team management and accountability
Competencies
- Strategic thinking with strong execution capability
- Financial and commercial acumen
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
- High levels of integrity and professionalism
Notice: Extension of Closing Date
The closing date for this position has been extended to 25 April 2026 at 16h30.
Kindly note that if you have already applied for this position there is no need to reapply as your existing application will still be considered.
Required Skills:
Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree in Project Management Engineering Construction Management Quantity Surveying or related field. Professional certification: PMP PRINCE2 Practitioner PMA or equivalent (mandatory). 10 years project management experience with at least 5 years managing large-scale projects valued above R200 million up to completion. Demonstrated experience with government infrastructure construction or similar high-value capital projects. Strong knowledge of South African legislative frameworks procurement systems and industry standards. Proven leadership skills and ability to manage large multidisciplinary teams. Advanced proficiency in MS Project / Primavera / equivalent tools. Experience managing large heritage construction projects will serve as an added advantage. Preferred Qualifications & Experience Honours or Masters degree in a relevant field. Experience in mega-projects (R500m to multi-billion). Experience working in complex political social or regulated environments. Strong negotiation stakeholder management and contract administration skills. Competencies Strategic thinking and high-level decision-making. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Financial acumen and analytical skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines. High integrity professional ethics and problem-solving ability.
