Construction Manager
Available for exploratory interviews.
Ref: EP87516377
Company classification: Produce Commodities (mined, natural resources or grown, e.g. chemicals, gold, agriculture, energy (i.e. Eskom Generation)) Industry in: Mining Metal Ore - Ferrous | Non-ferrous Highest formal qualification and other: Degree Certificate Discipline: Civil Engineering Years of experience range: h. More than 30 years (e. More than 10 years management) Annual package range: South African Rand - ZAR Annual package range: 2.1 mil - 2.5 mil, per annum Nationality: South African Home and other languages: Afrikaans, English Gender: Male Ethnicity: Caucasian/White Candidate location: South Africa Location preference: I am open to positions internationally.
Online Interview Questionnaire
Core elements or functions that must operate effectively in order to achieve primary purpose:
To achieve my primary purpose, the following core elements must operate effectively:
Safety Management – All activities must comply with safety regulations and best practices to ensure zero harm to personnel and the environment.
Project Planning and Scheduling – Clear timelines, realistic milestones, and proactive monitoring are essential to ensure the project is completed on time.
Cost Control and Budget Management – Accurate budgeting, continuous cost tracking, and early intervention help maintain financial discipline and avoid overruns.
Team Coordination and Communication – Effective collaboration among stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers ensures smooth execution and quick resolution of issues.
Quality Assurance – Every phase must meet the required standards and specifications to ensure long-term durability and client satisfaction.
Description of self, along with greater purpose and passions:
I’m a team player and a creative problem-solver who thrives in high-pressure environments. I enjoy taking on complex challenges with fresh ideas and practical solutions—especially when quick decisions are needed to keep a project on track.
As an ENFP and natural innovator, I bring energy, enthusiasm, and a forward-thinking mindset to every project. I stay calm under pressure, assess situations clearly, and respond with realistic, actionable solutions that move things forward.
One of my strongest skills is communication. Over the years, I’ve seen how vital it is to keep everyone aligned—from clients and senior management to internal teams and subcontractors. I believe in clear, open, and simple communication that reduces confusion and keeps momentum going.
My greater purpose is to build and lead teams that deliver meaningful results—whether in construction, infrastructure, or any environment where leadership, clarity, and creativity can make a difference. I’m passionate about creating progress, supporting others to succeed, and leaving behind work I can be proud of.
Ideal business title:
My ideal position would be one of the following senior leadership roles, depending on the project's nature and structure:
Project Director
Contracts Director
Construction Director
Engineering Manager
Senior Project Manager
Given my extensive experience across mining, infrastructure, and building sectors in both greenfield and brownfield environments, I’m confident I can add value in any of these roles—especially where strategic oversight, multidisciplinary coordination, and end-to-end project delivery are key to success.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities of ideal position:
In my ideal position, the key responsibilities and accountabilities would include:
Overall project leadership from initiation through to handover, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery.
Managing multidisciplinary teams across engineering, construction, commercial, and HSE functions to achieve project goals.
Contract and stakeholder management, including negotiations, risk identification, and resolution of disputes.
Financial control, including budget preparation, cost tracking, and forecasting to ensure the project remains within approved limits.
Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and client requirements.
Driving construction execution, progress monitoring, and ensuring that productivity, quality, and safety targets are met.
Reporting to senior leadership and clients, providing accurate updates and maintaining alignment on key deliverables.
Skill area of competence:
1. Project & Construction Management
Proven ability to manage large-scale, multidisciplinary construction projects from design through to commissioning and handover.
Skilled in managing contractors, procurement, logistics, construction scheduling, and contract administration under FIDIC and NEC frameworks.
Strong focus on zero-harm safety culture, ensuring compliance with MHSA and OHS standards.
2. Engineering Expertise (Civil/Structural/Infrastructure)
In-depth technical understanding of heavy civil works, concrete structures, earthworks, roads, pipelines, tailings dams, and port infrastructure.
Competent in reviewing and interpreting drawings, specs, and QA/QC protocols to ensure engineering integrity.
3. Cost Control & Commercial Management
Experienced in preparing and managing detailed budgets, forecasts, cash flow models, and BOQs.
Strong financial discipline, including cost tracking, variation management, and risk mitigation to ensure delivery within budget.
4. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Alignment
Known for building high-performing teams with a focus on accountability, morale, and results.
Excellent communicator who keeps clients, consultants, and internal teams aligned, especially during pressure moments or schedule recovery.
5. Strategic & Operational Thinking
Big-picture focus on aligning project objectives with business outcomes.
Skilled in developing execution strategies, mobilization plans, risk registers, and interface management.
6. Systems & Software Proficiency
Proficient in MS Project, Primavera P6, Excel-based reporting, document control systems (e.g. Aconex), and construction progress tracking tools.
Comfortable working in both corporate systems and site-based operational setups.
7. Business Development & Entrepreneurial Insight
Experience with unbundling large projects to create opportunities for local SMMEs and BEE firms.
Skilled in client-facing roles, proposal development, cost estimations, and stakeholder negotiations.
Unique Value Add:
My unique strength lies in my ability to lead high-risk, capital-intensive projects from the ground up—with a balance of technical depth, financial control, and calm leadership under pressure. I bridge the gap between engineering, execution, and commercial success—bringing both structure and agility to fast-paced environments.
Career summary:
Mining Infrastructure, Tailings Facilities, Hydraulic Mining – 5 years
Infrastructure Development (roads, buildings, pipelines) – 6 years
High-Rise Buildings – 3 years
Port Expansion Projects – 2 years
Open Cast Mining / Overburden Stripping – 3 years
Business Development & Company Leadership – 3 years
General Construction (including residential and industrial) – 5 years
Consulting Engineering (Civil Design & Supervision) – 7 years
What do you absolutely love doing:
I absolutely love creating something from the ground up—especially a complex project that needs a clear plan, the right people, and strong leadership to succeed. I enjoy taking a vision, turning it into a structured plan, and then building a team that brings it to life. There’s something deeply satisfying about solving challenges together, keeping momentum going, and seeing a project come together through collaboration, clear communication, and shared focus.
Whether it’s in construction, engineering, or business, I thrive when I’m leading a team through tight timelines, making fast decisions, and keeping everything on track—especially when the pressure’s on. That’s when I do my best work.
Ideal company (culture and values):
I would like to work for a company that values initiative, practical problem-solving, and open communication—where decisions are made with clarity and speed, and where innovation is encouraged, especially under pressure.
The ideal company culture would be collaborative, energetic, and solutions-driven, with strong leadership and a clear focus on project delivery. I thrive in environments where people are empowered to take ownership, where accountability is shared, and where integrity, safety, and performance are non-negotiable values.
I also value a workplace that respects both structure and flexibility—where there’s room for creativity within a disciplined project framework. A company that understands the realities of construction and engineering, supports its teams in tough situations, and promotes clear, honest communication across all levels would be the right fit for me.
Ultimately, I’m looking for a company that allows me to lead with energy, solve problems with confidence, and drive projects forward—with the freedom to do what I do best: keep people aligned, make good decisions quickly, and deliver real results.
If you are looking for a Construction Manager, then do get in touch.
Call the Head Office – Gauteng, SA. + 27 10 597 0862.
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