Senior Project Manager

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At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.

The project:

Mace has experienced significant growth within the Western Cape, establishing itself as a key player in the region's construction and project management industry. Our commitment to delivering high-quality projects and fostering strong relationships with clients has driven our success and expansion. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and experienced senior project manager to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing large-scale projects, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive projects to successful completion. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving company and contribute to the continued growth and success of Mace in the Western Cape.

If you are passionate about project management and looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Join us and be a part of our journey to shape the future of the built environment in the Western Cape.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will promote Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff.
• You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to the project portfolio.
• You will promote a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people in your team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will ensure robust quality systems are in place and suitably managed in line with service excellence.
• You will manage delivery from project inception/brief through design development and planning, contractor procurement and the construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones.
• You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of the associate director and other senior leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations.
• You will support the long-term development of your function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

• You will manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities.
• You will lead and manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practices, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.

You'll need to have:

• Right to work: Be a South African citizen or possess a valid and legal permit to work. You will be located in Cape Town or surrounds.
• A tertiary qualification in a related field such as project management, construction management, or a similar discipline is essential. This could include degrees like B. Tech in Quantity Surveying or a National Diploma in Building.
• Professionally registered with the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Professional Construction Project Manager (Pr.CPM). Additionally, registration with the Project Management Institute as a Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP) or Construction Professional (PMI-CP) is also beneficial.
• Substantial previous work experience in project management, particularly in the built environment, is crucial.
• Candidates should have a proven track record of managing projects with significant construction value.
• Experience in high-end residential, mixed-use, hotels and leisure projects is preferred.
• Proficiency in project information management software and tools such as Aconex, Procore, ACC, BIM360 and Smartsheet will be highly regarded.
• Familiarity with contracts like JBCC, NEC, and FIDIC is also important.

You'll also have:

• Substantial experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the high-end residential and hospitality sectors.
• Property or infrastructure project management expertise.
• Commercial and financial acumen.
• Experience leading parts of projects within large, diverse teams.
• Experience of developing and forming relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.

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