Engineering Manager Projects needed at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Institutionally responsible to monitor the implementation of the UP technical specifications during all projects to ensure compliance, quality and maintainability of new plant and equipment;
• This function will be applicable during the total project scope from inception to hand over.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• A Bachelor’s or B-Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years of experience.
• Proven experience in:
• Project management within a property-related environment;
• Developing concept designs and estimating costs for relevant engineering systems;
• Preparing reports and documentation related to project activities;
• Writing technical specifications;
• Reading and reviewing drawings/plans;
• Using computer-aided design (CAD) software;
• Conducting site inspections and evaluating contractors’ work;
• Ensuring project execution conforms to design specifications and applicable codes;
• Setting up and maintaining project files and records;
• Overseeing project handovers and ensuring compliance with the OHS Act and SANS codes.
• ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Technologist;
• A valid driver’s Licence.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES): 

• Gas systems;
• Mechanical systems;
• Fire protection system;
• HVAC system;
• Compressors,
• Pressure vessels;
• Lift and lifting equipment;
• Building management system;
• Biosafety labs; 
• Organizing skills; 
• Negotiating skills;
• Analytical thinking; 
• Conflict-handling ability;
• MS Office and especially in Excel; 
• Accounting and budget control skills;
• Administrative skills and record keeping;
• Have the ability to lead and make decisions;
• Physically able to visit  certain sites and buildings;
• An understanding of contract documentation (Procsa, FIDIC, GCC , NEC3, JBCC and Others);
• Communication skills to bring across a message in a logical and effective manner;
• The ability to use the communication medium (written and verbal) in order to transfer complex concepts (technical and non-technical) without ambiguity at all levels;
• The ability to identify and solve high priority problems in crisis situation;
• Knowledge to understand the methods of investigating, analyzing, compiling, organizing information and presenting it in an easily understandable manner to customers and/or role players.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES: 

• Implementation and supervision of health and safety requirements in the built environment for two years, including experience working at heights and in confined spaces.